About Christopher

Christopher Campbell practices intellectual property law in Reston, Virginia. He has been a partner at his firm, focusing primarily on patent law and related intellectual property matters. The firm handles a variety of cases, including patent litigation, trademark registration, and licensing agreements, serving clients across multiple industries. He earned his J.D. from Columbus School of Law in 1993 after completing his undergraduate degree — a B.S. from Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University in 1988.

His educational background laid a strong foundation for his legal career, equipping him with the necessary skills to navigate complex intellectual property issues. Christopher is admitted to practice in numerous jurisdictions, including the U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Georgia and the U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Virginia. His experience includes various federal courts, including the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of California and the U.S.

Patent & Trademark Office. This broad range of admissions allows him to represent clients in diverse legal matters across the country. Most of Christopher's work involves representing clients in patent disputes and advising on patent strategy. He assists clients in protecting their inventions and intellectual property rights, guiding them through the details of patent applications and enforcement. Cases typically progress from initial consultations to filing and litigation, with Christopher ensuring that his clients' interests are effectively represented at every stage. Before establishing his current practice, Christopher worked in various legal settings, which helped shape his approach to intellectual property law.

He is a member of both the Virginia State Bar and the District of Columbia Bar, staying active in the legal community. His involvement in these associations keeps him updated on the latest developments in intellectual property law and enhances his professional network. In addition to his legal practice, Christopher is committed to mentoring young attorneys and law students interested in intellectual property law. He frequently participates in workshops and seminars, sharing his insights and experiences with the next generation of legal professionals. His dedication to the field and to fostering new talent reflects his belief in the importance of intellectual property rights in today's innovation-driven economy.

Education

Columbus School of Law

J.D.

1993

Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University

B.S.

1988

Experience

Partner

Cooley Godward Kronish LLP

Accepted Jurisdictions

U.S. District Court, Southern District of Georgia
U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Virginia
U.S. District Court, Southern District of Texas
U.S. District Court, District of Minnesota
U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Texas
U.S. District Court, Northern District of California
U.S. Patent & Trademark Office
U.S. District Court, Southern District of New York
District of Columbia
U.S. District Court, Central District of California
U.S. District Court, Northern District of Georgia
U.S. District Court, Northern District of Texas
U.S. District Court, District of Delaware
Virginia
U.S. District Court, District of New Jersey
Federal Circuit
U.S. District Court, District of Oregon
U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois

Court Admissions

U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Georgia U.S. District Court
U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Virginia U.S. District Court
U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Texas U.S. District Court
U.S. District Court for the District of Minnesota U.S. District Court
U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Texas U.S. District Court
U.S. District Court for the Northern District of California U.S. District Court
U.S. Patent & Trademark Office
U.S. District Court for the Southern District of New York U.S. District Court
District of Columbia
U.S. District Court for the Central District of California U.S. District Court
U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Georgia U.S. District Court
U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Texas U.S. District Court
U.S. District Court for the District of Delaware U.S. District Court
U.S. District Court for the District of New Jersey U.S. District Court
Federal Circuit U.S. Circuit Court
U.S. District Court for the District of Oregon U.S. District Court
U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Illinois U.S. District Court

Types of Cases Handled

patent litigation trademark registration licensing agreements

Legal Services Scope

Initial consultations Filing Litigation

Professional Associations

Virginia State Bar

has membership Current

District of Columbia Bar

has membership 1994 - Current

Office Locations

Main Office

 One Freedom Square - Reston Town Center 11951 Freedom Drive Reston VA 20190