Atty. Stephen A. Northup

Atty. Stephen A. Northup

Stephen A. Northup is a lawyer practicing intellectual property.

Richmond Richmond 52 yrs experience 52 year
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Profile Summary

About Stephen A. Northup at a glance

Stephen A. Northup is a Retired Partner based in Richmond, Virginia, practicing at Troutman Sanders LLP. They have 52+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1974. Their practice focuses on ip. Admitted to practice in Pennsylvania (1974), Virginia (1977), and District of Columbia (1992). Educated at Harvard University (LL.B., 1974) and University of Notre Dame (A.B., 1967). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Richmond, VA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Stephen A. Northup is a lawyer practicing intellectual property
  • Stephen received a A.B. degree from University of Notre Dame in 1967, and has been licensed for 52 years
  • Stephen practices at Troutman Sanders LLP in Richmond, VA

Practice Areas Explained

Stephen A. Northup's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Stephen A. Northup 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 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 Stephen A. Northup

Where is Stephen A. Northup's law office located?
Stephen A. Northup's law practice is located in Richmond, Virginia. The firm is Troutman Sanders LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Stephen A. Northup handle?
Stephen A. Northup focuses on ip. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Virginia.
How long has Stephen A. Northup practiced law?
Stephen A. Northup has 52+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1974.
Where did Stephen A. Northup go to law school?
Stephen A. Northup earned their education at (LL.B., 1974); (A.B., 1967).
How can I contact Stephen A. Northup for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Stephen A. Northup received?
Stephen A. Northup's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Practice Areas

Education

LL.B.
Harvard University
- 1974
A.B.
University of Notre Dame
- 1967

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Pennsylvania
Admitted: 1974
Virginia
Admitted: 1977
District of Columbia
Admitted: 1992

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