Our Team

Protecting Business. Protecting Ideas.

We view the practice of law a little bit differently. We believe that clients matter and that legal disputes are an opportunity to minister to everyone. We hope you will let us champion your case or your business. Read more about our attorneys and staff below, or visit our About page to learn more about our philosophy.

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Andrew P. Connors, Esq.

Principal & Founder

A former software developer, current law professor, and accomplished IP litigator. When he’s not talking about Intellectual Property, he’s spending time with his family, playing video games, or fishing.

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Jacob P. East, Esq.

Junior Partner

A business and IP specialist with experience drafting contracts, acquiring businesses, and counseling entrepreneurs. If he’s not in the office, he’s probably out throwing heavy objects in a kilt at Highland Games competition or coaching a Special Olympics team.

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Emily Newman, Esq.

Associate

A former head of a student run intellectual property clinic. Emily enjoys helping businesses with their contracts and their IP, when she’s not playing volleyball or watching her beloved Yankees.

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Virginia Intellectual Property Attorney Chris Akins

Chris Akins, Esq.

Associate

A strong column of support for the firm’s trademark and intellectual property practice. He knows contracts and business too. And he loves the New Orleans Saints and golfing.

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Ava Perez Erickson

Law Clerk

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Bobbi Brooke Smith

Law Clerk

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Kandi Fabri

Paralegal

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