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Andrew P. Connors
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Biography
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 ten years in a row, from 2012-2022. 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.
Practice Areas
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Practice Areas
Business
25%
15 years
Contracts and Agreements
25%
15 years
Intellectual Property
25%
15 years
Litigation
25%
15 years
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Licensed in Virginia for 15 years
State: Virginia
Acquired: 2010
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Location
Darkhorse Law PLLC
7331 Timberlake Rd., Ste 201A, Lynchburg, VA, 24502
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Showing 1 - 2 of 2 reviews | Contracts & Agreements
Posted by Yvette | April 09, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Contracts & Agreements
Best Attorney I Have Ever Had
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.
Posted by Brian | May 04, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Contracts & Agreements
General legal help for business and patent search.
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 opini...
Andrew P. Connors's Lawyer Endorsements
"I endorse Andrew - he is an excellent lawyer and intellectual property expert."
"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."
"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."
"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."
"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."
"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."
"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."
"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."
"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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Experience
Honors
2018
Rising Star, Super Lawyers Magazine
2017
Rising Star, Super Lawyers Magazine
2017
Legal Elite, Virginia Business Magazine
2016
Rising Star, Super Lawyers Magazine
2015
Rising Star, Super Lawyers Magazine
2014
Rising Star, Super Lawyers Magazine
2013
Rising Star, Super Lawyers Magazine
2010
Champion, 2L/3L Moot Court Tournament, Liberty University School of Law
2010
Best Brief, 2L/3L Moot Court Tournament, Liberty University School of Law
2010
Best Advocate (4th), Nat'l Appellate Adv. Comp. (D.C. Region), American Bar Association
2009
Editorial Board, Liberty University Law Review
Work Experience
2017 - Present
Adjunct Professor of Law, Liberty University School of Law
2016 - Present
Partner, Connors & Brenke
2015 - 2015
Adjunct Assistant Professor of Law, Liberty University School of Law
2012 - 2016
Attorney, The Creekmore Law Firm PC
2010 - 2012
Law Clerk to the Hon. William G. Petty, Court of Appeals of Virginia
2006 - 2007
Technical Adviser, Rossi, Kimms & McDowell
2005 - 2006
Technology Associate, Sapient Corporation
Associations
2016 - Present
Montgomery-Radford Bar AssociationVice President (Montgomery)
2010 - Present
Virginia State BarMember
Sample of Legal Cases
Garner v. Higgins
KEPA, Inc. dba She-Sha Cafe and Hookah Lounge v. Va. Dept. of Health
Garner v. Republican Party of Virginia, Inc.
Education
2010
Liberty University School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
2005
University of Virginia
BS - Bachelor of Science
Speaking Engagements
2016
Liberty Law Business Planning Class
Intellectual Property and Business Planning
2016
Dublin Middle School Civics Class
Understand the Justice System and Due Process
2015
Virginia Tech Entrepreneur Club Workshop
Trademark and Copyright Law
2015
Liberty Law Business Planning Class
Intellectual Property and Business Planning
2014
Virginia Tech Entrepreneur Club 1000 Pitches Awards Ceremony
Remarks on Starting a Business
2014
Liberty Law Legal Research and Writing Class
Real World Law
2014
Liberty Law Business Planning Class
Intellectual Property and Business Planning
2013
Montgomery-Radford Bar Association 20th Annual Family Law Seminar
Making Your Case at the Court of Appeals of Virginia
2013
Liberty Law Legal Research and Writing Class
Real World Law
2012
The Business of Filmmaking (college class)
Copyright and Trademark Issues in Film
2012
Liberty University School of Law CLE Seminar
Making Your Criminal Case to the Court of Appeals of Virginia
Publications
2013
Liberty University Law Review
Understanding Intellectual Property: A Guide for Artists
2011
2011
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers