Atty. Peter Edwin Broadbent, Jr.

Atty. Peter Edwin Broadbent, Jr.

Peter Edwin Broadbent, Jr. is a lawyer practicing corporate and business law, intellectual property, trademark and copyright and 9 other areas of law. Peter received a B.A. degree from Duke University in 1973, and has been licensed for 50 years.

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About Peter Edwin Broadbent, Jr. at a glance

Peter Edwin Broadbent, Jr. is a Partner based in Richmond, Virginia, practicing at Christian & Barton, L.L.P.. They have 50+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1976. Their practice focuses on trademark, copyright, business, ip, and m&a. Admitted to practice in Virginia (1976). Educated at University of Virginia (J.D., 1976) and Duke University (B.A., 1973). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Chair, Public Information Committee, 1982-1985) Business Law Section (Chair 2005-2007) Virginia Bar Association Virginia Federalist Society (Director, Virginia State Bar. Serands clients in Richmond, VA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Peter Edwin Broadbent, Jr. is a lawyer practicing corporate and business law, intellectual property, trademark and copyright and 9 other areas of law
  • Peter received a B.A. degree from Duke University in 1973, and has been licensed for 50 years
  • Peter practices at Christian & Barton, L.L.P. in Richmond, VA

Practice Areas Explained

Peter Edwin Broadbent, Jr.'s Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Peter Edwin Broadbent, Jr. handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Trademark Law

Peter Edwin Broadbent, Jr. is one of 23,222 trademark attorneys indexed nationally. Browse trademark attorneys in Virginia →

Copyright Law

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Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

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Intellectual Property

IP attorneys protect inventions, brands, and creative work through patent prosecution, trademark registration, copyright, and trade-secret enforcement.

Peter Edwin Broadbent, Jr. is one of 106,079 ip attorneys indexed nationally. Browse ip attorneys in Virginia →

Mergers & Acquisitions

Peter Edwin Broadbent, Jr. is one of 49,731 m&a attorneys indexed nationally. Browse m&a attorneys in Virginia →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Virginia

Practicing law in Virginia. Legal matters in Virginia are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Richmond are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Virginia state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Virginia brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Virginia courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Peter Edwin Broadbent, Jr.

Where is Peter Edwin Broadbent, Jr.'s law office located?
Peter Edwin Broadbent, Jr.'s law practice is located in Richmond, Virginia. The firm is Christian & Barton, L.L.P.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Peter Edwin Broadbent, Jr. handle?
Peter Edwin Broadbent, Jr. focuses on trademark, copyright, business, ip, m&a. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Virginia.
How long has Peter Edwin Broadbent, Jr. practiced law?
Peter Edwin Broadbent, Jr. has 50+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1976.
Where did Peter Edwin Broadbent, Jr. go to law school?
Peter Edwin Broadbent, Jr. earned their education at (J.D., 1976); (B.A., 1973).
How can I contact Peter Edwin Broadbent, Jr. for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Peter Edwin Broadbent, Jr. received?
Peter Edwin Broadbent, Jr.'s notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of Virginia
- 1976
B.A.
Duke University
- 1973

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Virginia
Admitted: 1976

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