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Louis Woo, IP Attorney in Alexandria, Virginia

Over 43 years of legal practice · focused on IP and Patent

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Alexandria, VA

Practicing ip in Alexandria since 1983.

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Louis Woo is a member based in Alexandria, VA. The practice focuses on IP and Patent. Louis has over 43 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Louis Woo.

Based in
Alexandria, VA
Experience
over 43 years
Known for
IP · Patent
  • Handles IP and Patent matters from Alexandria, VA.
  • Over 43 years of practice as a licensed attorney.

About Louis Woo: Louis Woo is a member based in Alexandria, VA. The practice focuses on IP and Patent. Louis has over 43 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Louis Woo.

Areas of practice

Practice areas handled by Louis Woo

Louis concentrates on ip and patent. Each area below outlines the kind of case Louis handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

IP cases in Alexandria, Virginia

Louis takes ip matters in Alexandria, Virginia. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Louis agrees to represent you.

Patent cases in Alexandria, Virginia

Louis takes patent matters in Alexandria, Virginia. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Louis agrees to represent you.

Biography

About Louis Woo — Over 43 years of Virginia ip experience

Louis Woo is a member based in Alexandria, VA. The practice focuses on IP and Patent. Louis has over 43 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Louis Woo.

Louis Woo is a lawyer practicing computer and software patents, electronic patents, patent applications and 2 other areas of law. Louis received a M.M. degree from Northwestern University in 1979, and has been licensed for 43 years. Louis practices at Louis Woo in Alexandria, VA.

How Louis handles ip matters

Louis Woo is a lawyer practicing computer and software patents, electronic patents, patent applications and 2 other areas of law. Louis received a M.M. degree from Northwestern University in 1979, and has been licensed for 43 years. Louis practices at Louis Woo in Alexandria, VA.

The kind of cases Louis takes

Louis reviews new inquiries case-by-case for ip and patent matters in Alexandria and the surrounding Virginia area.

Credentials

Louis Woo's legal education and bar admissions

  • DePaul University

    J.D. · 1983

  • Northwestern University

    M.M. University · 1979

Jurisdictions

Louis's state bar admissions

  • Virginia

    2000 · ACTIVE

  • District of Columbia

    1988 · ACTIVE

  • Illinois

    1983 · ACTIVE

Louis studied at J.D. in DePaul University and M.M. University in Northwestern University.

Law school and academic background

Louis completed J.D. in DePaul University and M.M. University in Northwestern University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Louis runs in Virginia is where that training gets applied to real client questions.

Affiliations

Louis's professional memberships and bar associations

  • District of Columbia Bar American Bar Association Patent Trademark Office Society Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers

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Locations

Louis Woo's office in Alexandria

Louis's primary office is at 717 N. Fayette St., Alexandria, VA, 22314-1857. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Main office

Louis Woo

717 N. Fayette St.

Alexandria, VA 22314-1857

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Hiring guide

How to hire Louis Woo — what to expect in your first consultation

Working with a new ip attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Louis usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.

Consultation formats and pricing

Louis charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Louis's office.

What to bring to your first meeting

Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; Louis will tell you what matters and what doesn't.

Questions to ask a ip attorney in Alexandria, Virginia

A short list to run through before you commit: How many ip matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?

Fees & payment

Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for Louis

Louis discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in ip practice — ask which fits.

Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options

Every ip matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. Louis confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.

Payment methods and payment plans

Louis's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many ip practices work with clients on structured schedules.

Frequently asked

Frequently asked questions about Louis Woo

  • How much does it cost to hire Louis for a ip case?

    Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Louis walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.

  • Does Louis offer a free consultation?

    Louis charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Louis's office. Some ip attorneys offer free consults — check Louis's current terms during booking.

  • How long do ip cases in Virginia typically take?

    Simple ip matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. Louis gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.

  • Can Louis take my case if I'm outside Alexandria?

    Louis is licensed in Virginia. Matters governed by Virginia law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Louis will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.

  • What should I bring to my first meeting with Louis?

    Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. Louis will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.

  • Is Louis accepting new ip clients right now?

    Louis's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.

Areas served

IP attorneys serving Alexandria, Richmond and Arlington in Virginia

Louis handles ip matters throughout Virginia. Each city below is a direct link into the search page for verified ip attorneys in that community.

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