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also known as Michael N. Lau, Michael Lau
Lau & Associates, PLC. is a law firm conveniently located a block away from the Fairfax County Courthouse. This location provides easy access to the facilities and personnel of the courthouse. Mr. Michael N. Lau is a highly experienced Attorney licensed in Virginia, District of Columbia, Illinois and the United States Patent & Trademark Office. He has represented clients in federal courts, federal agencies and state courts including circuit courts and the Virginia Supreme Court.
Through decades of practice, Michael has helped clients resolve disputes through litigations in copyright infringement including those brought by Strike 3 Holding, LLC, fraud, defamation, insurance, partnership, landlord tenant, complex business, partnership, among others. On the criminal side, he has also handled cases involving misdemeansor, felony, expungement of records, among others.
Michael has a wealth of experiences behind him. In fact, Michael has served many lawfirm and lawyer clients.
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Chat withState: Virginia
Acquired: 2006
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State: District of Columbia
Acquired: 1999
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State: Illinois
Acquired: 1993
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10517 West Drive, Unit B, Fairfax, VA, 22030
139 Client Reviews
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Posted by anonymous | April 23, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Intellectual Property
Highly Recommended
I reached out to Mr. Lau for consultation in regards to an Intellectual Property civil suit in Federal Court as a defendant. Mr. Lau was extremely responsive talking to me on the phone and met with me on short notice on a Sunday afternoon. He provided me with extensive, knowledgeable, and straight fo...
Posted by Pablo | September 23, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
Excellent and professional
We were referred to Michael Lau through the Fairfax County Bar Association and could not have been more satisfied with our experience. From the very first consultation, Michael was professional, thorough, and clear in explaining our legal options. He went above and beyond in researching the restorati...
Posted by anonymous | September 18, 2024
One of the best attorneys
Attorney Michael is professional, knowledgeable, experienced, thoroughly and strategic. After he listened to my case patiently, he provided an in-depth analysis and laid out options that I have. He provided good and sincere advice and strategies which helps me to make up my mind for future direction....
Posted by Jill | July 26, 2024 | Contracts & Agreements
Warranty Issue
I appreciated Mr. Lau's advice in helping me resolve a contractor warranty issue. He asked specific questions, listened to my concerns and questions. He then offered me a few avenues to follow to resolve my issue. We are still in the process of working through the issue, but I felt more informed and ...
Posted by Linda | February 21, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Consumer Protection
They do it Because they Can
If you've never tasted a cherry pie before or this is the first time you tasted a cherry pie, it's nigh on to impossible to grade the cherry pie. Only after you've eaten many cherry pies from many sources will you truly be able to grade the cherry pie. Mr. Lau is the first lawyer I ever used to su...
We won this lawsuit against a giant corporation which other law firms might not take. As correctly expressed by Linda, the court did not award full legal fees sought, but we forewarned Linda this risk before starting the lawsuit.
"I endorse this lawyer. Although we represented opposing parties, Michael was always courteous and professional and worked to find a good resolution."
"Michael is a hard-working, diligent attorney. He was always prepared for his hearings and for trial. He professionally and faithfully advocated his client's position. I recommend him for anyone needing general civil ligation defense in the Fairfax, Virginia area."
"I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Lau and I opposed each other in two somewhat connected cases. Mr. Lau was tenacious in his representation of this clients and was easy to work with."
"I tried two cases with Mr. Lau. His preparation is thorough; his research deep. Both before and during trial, he championed his clients while remaining reasonable."
"Mr. Lau is a meticulous and kind attorney who will zealously advocate for what is best for his clients! Also a pleasure to work with, I endorse him!"
"I recently worked with Mr. Lau as opposing counsel in a civil matter and I can certainly say that he was a very hard-working attorney zealously defending his client's position. Future clients will be in good hands with Mr. Lau."
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2007
Washington D.C. Advisory Board, International Leadership Foundation
2001
Life Member of National Registry of Who's Who, National Registry of Who's Who
1993 - 1995
Patent Examiner, United States Patent & Trademark Office
2022 - Present
Pan-Pacific American Leaders and MentorsGeneral Counsel
2009 - Present
APA Chamber of CommerceBoard of Directors
2009 - Present
Coalition of Asian Pacific Americans of VirginiaBoard of Director, Former Chairman and Former President
2008 - Present
International Leadership FoundationLegal Counsel
2023 - 2025
Police Civilian Review Panel of Fairfax County, VAMember
2019 - 2022
APA Chamber of Commerce FoundationPresident
2010 - 2012
Government Intellectual Property Law AssociationPresident
2010 - 2010
1882 ProjectFounding Member, Former Board Member
Secured patents based on appellate efforts
Sample Patents Secured
Clients served
2011
Certificate
1992
JD - Juris Doctor
1989
BSEE
2012
President of GIPLA
2011
2006
Proposed Rule Changes of the United States Patent & Trademark Office
2004
Patent Law of the United States of America
1997
English
Mandarin
Cantonese