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  • Lynchburg, VA
  • Licensed for 11 years
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About Andrew

Andrew P. Connors is an experienced business and intellectual property law attorney. He has represented clients in both state and federal court in the Commonwealth of Virginia, including before the Supreme Court of Virginia.  Super Lawyers Magazine named him a Rising Star in Virginia nine years in a row, from 2012-2021. Virginia Business Magazine has also named him a member of its "Legal Elite" in intellectual property law. He is presently on the Board of Governors for the Virginia State Bar Litigation Section. He is also a barrister in the Ted Dalton Inn of Court in Roanoke, Virginia. He previously served as the Vice President of the Montgomery-Radford Bar Association. Before practice, he clerked for two years for Judge William G. Petty at the Court of Appeals of Virginia. In law school, he won several moot court awards and was on the editorial board of the Liberty University Law Review.

In addition to his practice, Mr. Connors is a law professor at Liberty University School of Law, where he teaches courses in intellectual property, trademarks, legal research and writing, and mediation. He is also the director of the Intellectual Property Clinic at the school.

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Practice areas

BusinessIntellectual propertyLitigationContracts and agreements
  1. Contracts and agreements: 25%

    I review and draft contracts of all kinds: sales contracts, service agreements, commercial leases, intellectual property licenses, software end user license agreement, website terms of use, privacy policies, non-disclosure agreements, and more.

    10 years

  2. Litigation: 25%

    I've litigated business and personal civil disputes in state and federal court. I also have a vibrant appeals practice, and have handled cases before the Court of Appeals of Virginia and the Supreme Court of Virginia.

    10 years

  3. Intellectual property: 25%

    Intellectual property: copyrights, patents, trademarks, and trade secrets, are some of the most valuable assets your company has. I have experiencing with registration, licensing, and infringement.

    10 years

  4. Business: 25%

    I help both new and established businesses with their legal needs. Technology companies, software firms, restaurants, auto shops, creative firms, and small and medium sized businesses are just some of the kinds of companies I help.

    10 years

Languages spoken

English

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Contact

Darkhorse Law PLLC

7331 Timberlake Rd.
Ste 201A
Lynchburg, VA, 24502

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      License
      StateStatusAcquiredUpdated
      VAAuthorized to Practice Law201010/05/2021
      We have not found any instances of professional misconduct for this lawyer.
      Avvo Contributions
      Legal answers14
      Legal guides0
      Awards
      Award nameGrantorDate granted
      Rising StarSuper Lawyers Magazine2018
      Legal EliteVirginia Business Magazine2017
      Rising StarSuper Lawyers Magazine2017
      Rising StarSuper Lawyers Magazine2016
      Rising StarSuper Lawyers Magazine2015
      Rising StarSuper Lawyers Magazine2014
      Rising StarSuper Lawyers Magazine2013
      Champion, 2L/3L Moot Court TournamentLiberty University School of Law2010
      Best Brief, 2L/3L Moot Court TournamentLiberty University School of Law2010
      Best Advocate (4th), Nat'l Appellate Adv. Comp. (D.C. Region)American Bar Association2010
      Editorial BoardLiberty University Law Review2009
      Work Experience
      TitleCompany nameDuration
      Adjunct Professor of LawLiberty University School of Law2017 - Present
      PartnerConnors & Brenke2016 - Present
      Adjunct Assistant Professor of LawLiberty University School of Law2015 - 2015
      AttorneyThe Creekmore Law Firm PC2012 - 2016
      Law Clerk to the Hon. William G. PettyCourt of Appeals of Virginia2010 - 2012
      Technical AdviserRossi, Kimms & McDowell2006 - 2007
      Technology AssociateSapient Corporation2005 - 2006
      Associations
      Association namePosition nameDuration
      Montgomery-Radford Bar AssociationVice President (Montgomery)2016 - Present
      Virginia State BarMember2010 - Present
      Publications
      Publication nameTitleDate
      Liberty University Law ReviewUnderstanding Intellectual Property: A Guide for Artists2013
      BookWriting for the Bar Exam2011
      Liberty University Law ReviewDissecting Electronic Arts' Spore: An Analysis of the Illicit Transfer of Copyright Ownership of User-Generated Content in Computer Software2011
      Education
      School nameDegreeGraduated
      Liberty University School of LawJD - Juris Doctor2010
      University of VirginiaBS - Bachelor of Science2005
      Speaking Engagements
      Conference nameTitleDate
      Liberty Law Business Planning ClassIntellectual Property and Business Planning2016
      Dublin Middle School Civics ClassUnderstand the Justice System and Due Process2016
      Virginia Tech Entrepreneur Club WorkshopTrademark and Copyright Law2015
      Liberty Law Business Planning ClassIntellectual Property and Business Planning2015
      Liberty Law Legal Research and Writing ClassReal World Law2014
      Virginia Tech Entrepreneur Club 1000 Pitches Awards CeremonyRemarks on Starting a Business2014
      Liberty Law Business Planning ClassIntellectual Property and Business Planning2014
      Liberty Law Legal Research and Writing ClassReal World Law2013
      Montgomery-Radford Bar Association 20th Annual Family Law SeminarMaking Your Case at the Court of Appeals of Virginia2013
      The Business of Filmmaking (college class)Copyright and Trademark Issues in Film2012
      Liberty University School of Law CLE SeminarMaking Your Criminal Case to the Court of Appeals of Virginia2012
      Legal cases
      Case nameOutcome
      Garner v. Higgins
      KEPA, Inc. dba She-Sha Cafe and Hookah Lounge v. Va. Dept. of Health
      Garner v. Republican Party of Virginia, Inc.

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      Best Attorney I Have Ever Had

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      I have hired Andrew Connors for a business contract dispute. Mr. Connors has exceeded my expectations. He is knowledgable, kind, considerate, empathetic and just a pleasure to have as an attorney. I highly recommend him.
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      Fights fornhis clients!

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      I had the privilege of having Andrew represent me in a dispute with a former employer. Andrew explained the process i was going to be enduring, what I should expect and the outcomes that were possible. He went to battle for me, the dispute was handled swiftly and in a very professional manner! I have and will continue to have complete trust in Andrew!
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      Intellectual Property Litigation Representation

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      Andrew Connors has a keen knowledge of Intellectual Property and represents me in IP litigation. Andrew is always respectful and patience even with not so patient clients like me. He responds to questions and concerns quickly. He explains the litigation process and what to expect. He is good at brainstorming options for you. He is highly ethical and realistic in his advice. Andrew listens to his clients and is a good communicator. He doesn't promise the moon but he delivers trust and confidence easing the anxiety that comes with litigation. Billing is always fair.
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      A Mere 'Thank you' Falls Short

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      I trust Andrew Conners. He skillfully guided me through a serious and delicate legal entanglement which might have cost me a great deal had I attempted it alone. I found him to be an intelligent and moral attorney who went above and beyond to meet my needs.
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      Andrew Connors is a great lawyer.

      5.0 stars

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      Andrew was so professional in helping me with my legal matter. I was scared, he gave me reason to be calm. I had so many questions about what could happen, and he helped me find answers to these questions with a plan to move forward after the legal matter was settled. I would consider no other lawyer other than Andrew.
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      General legal help for business and patent search.

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      Andrew has been excellent at responding quickly to legal matters that require immediate attention. This includes threatening letters from a previous supplier, breach of contract with my existing print-vendor, lease arrangements, and other general issues. He has also provided good and accurate opinions on two previous patent searches. The one issue that I would complain about is that we filed a patent in the 11th-hour (literally on the last day possible), which was cutting things a little close.
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      "Mr. Andrew Connors represented my family concerning a hard fought legal debate in court. This 'civil law' matter was complex. Only after he completed a thorough study did Mr. Connors clarify the facts for us so that we could make informed decisions on legal options open to us. His research of the issue gave us a solid legal basis for pursuing the matter in court. He ably represented my family throughout the appellate process at the level of the Virginia Supreme Court. Key in all of this was Mr. Connors' familiarity with the process/requirements that were required. His background and experience was the foundation of an effective advocacy of our position before the judges that heard our case. Mr. Connors was a consummate professional in working for us... respectful and understanding throughout the prosecution of our case. He had a knack for describing legal points in an uncomplicated manner that kept us informed. He made certain that we knew what we needed to know to clearly understand all options and to make important decisions. Finally, Mr. Connors was always accessible when we needed to talk. I recommend him without reservation as an honest and capable attorney with the highest integrity."
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      Professional and Personalized Service: Intellectual Property & Business Law

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      Andrew has been extremely helpful in providing legal guidance & services for my startup business. He has taken the time to get to know the intricacies of my business and made sure to talk through all potential "gotchas" and risks up front. This allowed him to create appropriate legal documents and filings to minimize my risk. He has also been able to add crucial insight into how potential business decisions could have legal implications, which helps me steer clear of potential obstacles down the road. Andrew is very professional, capable, and, on top of all that, a compassionate and caring human being. He is a great asset to my business, and I'm very happy to have his level of skill & expertise in a legal partner.
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      Lawyer John Joseph Robertson

      John Robertson, Intellectual property Attorney on Feb 21, 2018
      Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

      I've worked with Andrew (on both sides of the aisle) for a number of years, and he's consistently been a credit to the bar - extremely ethical, and always prepared. He's extraordinarily knowledgeable on matters of intellectual property, trademark, copyright, and so forth. I would highly recommend him to anyone seeking such services.

      Lawyer Brenda Cheryl Moses

      Brenda Moses, Contracts and agreements Attorney on Aug 23, 2017
      Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

      Mr. Connors has a high ethical standard and commendable involvement within the community. I would be pleased to have him handle my business litigation needs.

      Lawyer John Joseph Robertson

      John Robertson, Intellectual property Attorney on Feb 21, 2018
      Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

      I've worked with Andrew (on both sides of the aisle) for a number of years, and he's consistently been a credit to the bar - extremely ethical, and always prepared. He's extraordinarily knowledgeable on matters of intellectual property, trademark, copyright, and so forth. I would highly recommend him to anyone seeking such services.

      Lawyer Brenda Cheryl Moses

      Brenda Moses, Contracts and agreements Attorney on Aug 23, 2017
      Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

      Mr. Connors has a high ethical standard and commendable involvement within the community. I would be pleased to have him handle my business litigation needs.

      Lawyer Ryan Lester Pry

      Ryan Pry, Intellectual property Attorney on Jun 15, 2017
      Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

      Recently collaborated with Andrew on an intellectual property case for one of my clients. Andrew has handled the matter thoughtfully and with a great deal of expertise. He communicates well with clients and clearly works hard to get a good result for his clients. I highly recommend him.

      Lawyer Matthew Lewis Falwell

      Matthew Falwell, Unknown Attorney on Jan 3, 2017
      Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

      If your business needs legal services, you can do no better than Andrew Connors. While he is a tremendous writer and litigant, he is also a man of integrity and honesty. I strongly endorse his lawyer.

      Lawyer Christopher J. Pitera

      Christopher Pitera, Intellectual property Attorney on Nov 2, 2016
      Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

      I've known Andrew for a long time. He an intelligent attorney and an expert in intellectual property matters. Over the years, I've referred clients to Andrew and received nothing but positive responses about Andrew's services. He is a master of his craft. I endorse this lawyer.

      Lawyer Jordan Kerry Van Matre

      Jordan Van Matre, Intellectual property Attorney on May 9, 2016
      Relationship: Friend

      I went to law school with Andrew and I can confidently say that he is one of the finest legal minds I know. He has personally helped me tackle some of my more difficult legal issues. You can be confident that by hiring him you have hired one of the best.

      Lawyer Brandon Steven Osterbind

      Brandon Osterbind, Appeals Attorney on Mar 6, 2013
      Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

      I endorse this lawyer. Andrew is an incredibly skilled lawyer. I have had the privilege to know him for several years and I am always impressed with his knowledge, ability to reason through legal and practical issues, and his skill dealing with those issues. Andrew has mastered the craft of communication through the written and spoken word.

      Lawyer Robert Dean

      Robert Dean, Criminal defense Attorney on Jan 21, 2013
      Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

      Andrew Connors is an outstanding attorney and talented advocate. His practice focuses on criminal defense, civil litigation, and IP/trademark matters. He began his legal career as a law clerk for the Court of Appeals of Virginia, and through that experience, he has developed a strong reputation for handling tough, complex matters - especially in the area of criminal defense. I would not hesitate to contact him if I needed help.

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