Nancy A Vashaw, IP Attorney in Reston, Virginia
Over 24 years of legal practice
Attorney, IP GroupatAmbrose Lazarow, PLLC
Reston, VA
Practicing ip in Reston since 2002.
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Nancy A Vashaw is an attorney, ip group based in Reston, VA. The practice focuses on IP. Nancy has over 24 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Ambrose Lazarow, PLLC.
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- IP
- Handles IP matters from Reston, VA.
- Over 24 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About Nancy A Vashaw: Nancy A Vashaw is an attorney, ip group based in Reston, VA. The practice focuses on IP. Nancy has over 24 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Ambrose Lazarow, PLLC.
Areas of practice
Legal matters Nancy takes on
Nancy concentrates on ip. Each area below outlines the kind of case Nancy handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
IP cases in Reston, Virginia
Nancy takes ip matters in Reston, 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 Nancy agrees to represent you.
Biography
Meet Nancy A Vashaw — ip lawyer in Reston
Nancy A Vashaw is an attorney, ip group based in Reston, VA. The practice focuses on IP. Nancy has over 24 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Ambrose Lazarow, PLLC.
Nancy A Vashaw is a lawyer practicing intellectual property. Nancy received a B.S. degree from Michigan State University in 1989, and has been licensed for 24 years. Nancy practices at Ambrose Lazarow, PLLC in Reston, VA.
Working with Nancy on a ip matter
Nancy A Vashaw is a lawyer practicing intellectual property. Nancy received a B.S. degree from Michigan State University in 1989, and has been licensed for 24 years. Nancy practices at Ambrose Lazarow, PLLC in Reston, VA.
Clients Nancy works with
Nancy reviews new inquiries case-by-case for ip matters in Reston and the surrounding Virginia area.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
Michigan State University
J.D. · 2002
Michigan State University
B.S. Mechanical · 1989
Jurisdictions
Nancy's state bar admissions
Virginia
2005 · ACTIVE
Michigan
2002 · ACTIVE
U.S. Court of Appeal
2002 · ACTIVE
Nancy studied at J.D. in Michigan State University and B.S. Mechanical in Michigan State University.
Law school and academic background
Nancy completed J.D. in Michigan State University and B.S. Mechanical in Michigan State University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Nancy runs in Virginia is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Locations
Nancy A Vashaw's office in Reston
Nancy's primary office is at Ambrose Lazarow, PLLC, Reston, VA, 20190. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
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How to hire Nancy A Vashaw — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new ip attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Nancy usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Nancy charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Nancy'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; Nancy will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a ip attorney in Reston, 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 Nancy
Nancy 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. Nancy confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Nancy'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 Nancy A Vashaw
How much does it cost to hire Nancy for a ip case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Nancy walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Nancy offer a free consultation?
Nancy charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Nancy's office. Some ip attorneys offer free consults — check Nancy'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. Nancy gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Nancy take my case if I'm outside Reston?
Nancy 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 — Nancy 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 Nancy?
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. Nancy will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Nancy accepting new ip clients right now?
Nancy'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 Reston, Richmond and Alexandria in Virginia
Nancy 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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