Atty. Raphael Cunniff
Raphael Cunniff is a lawyer practicing media law, commercial litigation, intellectual property. Raphael received a B.A. degree from Brown University in 1998, and has been licensed for 20 years.
Commercial Litigation & More Attorney · Serving Philadelphia, PA · 20+ Years Experience
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About Raphael Cunniff at a Glance
Raphael Cunniff is an Associate based in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, practicing at Troutman Pepper Locke. They have 20+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2006. Their practice focuses on business, ip, litigation, and entertainment. Admitted to practice in Pennsylvania (2006). Educated at University of Pennsylvania Law School (J.D., 2005) and Brown University (B.A., 1998). Serves clients in Philadelphia, PA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Raphael Cunniff
- Raphael Cunniff is a lawyer practicing media law, commercial litigation, intellectual property
- Raphael received a B.A. degree from Brown University in 1998, and has been licensed for 20 years
- Raphael practices at Troutman Pepper Locke in Philadelphia, PA
Practice Areas Explained
Raphael Cunniff's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Raphael Cunniff handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Philadelphia.
Business & Corporate Law in Philadelphia
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
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Intellectual Property in Philadelphia
IP attorneys protect inventions, brands, and creative work through patent prosecution, trademark registration, copyright, and trade-secret enforcement.
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Civil Litigation in Philadelphia
Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.
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Entertainment & Sports Law in Philadelphia
Entertainment lawyers for music, film, sports contracts, talent representation, and IP licensing.
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Philadelphia
Practicing law in Pennsylvania. Legal matters in Pennsylvania are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Philadelphia are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Pennsylvania state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Pennsylvania brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this venue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Pennsylvania courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
Philadelphia Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Philadelphia-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Philadelphia Choose Raphael Cunniff
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish Raphael Cunniff's practice in the field of business, ip, litigation, and entertainment.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Raphael Cunniff brings 20+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering business, ip, and litigation, Raphael Cunniff can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Philadelphia
A Philadelphia-based practice means Raphael Cunniff attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
Case Types
Common Legal Issues Raphael Cunniff Handles in Philadelphia
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