Atty. Reed Risenmay

Atty. Reed Risenmay

Reed Risenmay is an Associate at BSKB specializing in all aspects of patent prosecution in the electrical arts and IT services. During his career, Mr.

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Reed Risenmay is a ip attorney based in Vienna, Virginia, practicing at Birch, Stewart, Kolasch & Birch LLP. They have 10+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2016. Admitted to practice in California, The State Bar of California (2016) and District of Columbia, The District of Columbia Bar (2024). Educated at Santa Clara University (J.D., 2015) and University of Washington (B.S. in Electrical Engineering, 2012). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Patent Law (2026). Serves clients in Vienna, VA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Reed Risenmay is an Associate at BSKB specializing in all aspects of patent prosecution in the electrical arts and IT services
  • During his career, Mr. Risenmay has experience in drafting and prosecuting patent applications related to electronic hardware, electronic software, machine learning/artificial intelligence, electronic communications, analog circuit design, semiconductor fabrication, and medical devices
  • Mr. Risenmay has also counseled clients on patent portfolio management, patent acquisition, patentability, patent clearance, and other proceedings at the U.S
  • Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO)
  • Mr. Risenmay has worked with both in-house counsel and foreign counsel to manage national and international patent prosecution
  • Before joining BSKB, Mr. Risenmay gained extensive experience working as an associate in the patent prosecution departments of various law firms
  • He received his Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical Engineering from the University of Washington in 2012 before earning his Juris Doctorate from Santa Clara University in 2015

Practice Areas Explained

Reed Risenmay's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Reed Risenmay handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Intellectual Property

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

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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 Vienna 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 venue, 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 Reed Risenmay

Where is Reed Risenmay's law office located?
Reed Risenmay's law practice is located in Vienna, Virginia. The firm is Birch, Stewart, Kolasch & Birch LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Reed Risenmay handle?
Reed Risenmay focuses on ip. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Virginia.
How long has Reed Risenmay practiced law?
Reed Risenmay has 10+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2016.
Where did Reed Risenmay go to law school?
Reed Risenmay earned their education at (J.D., 2015); (B.S. in Electrical Engineering, 2012).
How can I contact Reed Risenmay for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Reed Risenmay received?
Reed Risenmay's notable recognition includes: Best Lawyers in America — Patent Law.

Practice Areas

Education

J.D.
Santa Clara University
- 2015
B.S. in Electrical Engineering
University of Washington
- 2012

Awards

Best Lawyers in America — Patent Law
- 2026

Bar Admissions

California, The State Bar of California
Admitted: 2016
District of Columbia, The District of Columbia Bar
Admitted: 2024

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