Atty. William Paul Berridge

Atty. William Paul Berridge

William Paul Berridge is a lawyer practicing intellectual property, appeals, life sciences / biotechnology. William received a B.A. degree from Vanderbilt University in 1978, and has been licensed for 45 years.

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About William Paul Berridge at a glance

William Paul Berridge is a Member based in Alexandria, Virginia, practicing at Oliff PLC. They have 45+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1981. Their practice focuses on ip and appellate. Admitted to practice in Virginia (1981), U.S. Court of Appeals, Federal Circuit and U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Michigan (1985), U.S. Supreme Court (1986), and U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Virginia (1991). Educated at Georgetown University Law Center (J.D., 1981) and Vanderbilt University (B.A. Chemistry, 1978). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Virginia State Bar Federal Circuit Bar Association American Intellectual Property Law Association (Interference Committee) International Trademark Association. Serands clients in Alexandria, VA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • William Paul Berridge is a lawyer practicing intellectual property, appeals, life sciences / biotechnology
  • William received a B.A. degree from Vanderbilt University in 1978, and has been licensed for 45 years
  • William practices at Oliff PLC in Alexandria, VA

Practice Areas Explained

William Paul Berridge's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases William Paul Berridge 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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Appellate Practice

Appellate attorneys for civil and criminal appeals at state and federal court.

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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 Alexandria 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 William Paul Berridge

Where is William Paul Berridge's law office located?
William Paul Berridge's law practice is located in Alexandria, Virginia. The firm is Oliff PLC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does William Paul Berridge handle?
William Paul Berridge focuses on ip, appellate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Virginia.
How long has William Paul Berridge practiced law?
William Paul Berridge has 45+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1981.
Where did William Paul Berridge go to law school?
William Paul Berridge earned their education at (J.D., 1981); (B.A. Chemistry, 1978).
How can I contact William Paul Berridge for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has William Paul Berridge received?
William Paul Berridge's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Georgetown University Law Center
- 1981
B.A. Chemistry
Vanderbilt University
- 1978

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Virginia
Admitted: 1981
U.S. Court of Appeals, Federal Circuit and U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Michigan
Admitted: 1985
U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 1986
U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Virginia
Admitted: 1991
U.S. Court of Federal Claims
Admitted: 1993
U.S. District Court, District of Columbia registered to practice before U.S. Patent and Trademark Of
Admitted: 2004

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