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Peter Chang Yi, Business Attorney in Reston, Virginia

Over 16 years of legal practice · focused on Business and Patent

AttorneyatCooley LLP

Reston, VA

Practicing business in Reston since 2010.

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Peter Chang Yi is an attorney based in Reston, VA. The practice focuses on Business and Patent. Peter has over 16 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Cooley LLP.

Based in
Reston, VA
Experience
over 16 years
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Business · Patent
  • Handles Business and Patent matters from Reston, VA.
  • Over 16 years of practice as a licensed attorney.

About Peter Chang Yi: Peter Chang Yi is an attorney based in Reston, VA. The practice focuses on Business and Patent. Peter has over 16 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Cooley LLP.

Areas of practice

Legal matters Peter takes on

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

Business cases in Reston, Virginia

Peter takes business 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 Peter agrees to represent you.

Patent cases in Reston, Virginia

Peter takes patent 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 Peter agrees to represent you.

Biography

Meet Peter Chang Yi — business lawyer in Reston

Peter Chang Yi is an attorney based in Reston, VA. The practice focuses on Business and Patent. Peter has over 16 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Cooley LLP.

Peter Chang Yi is a lawyer practicing business method patents, computer and software patents, electronic patents and 3 other areas of law. Peter received a B.S. degree from California Institute of Technology in 2003, and has been licensed for 16 years. Peter practices at Cooley LLP in Reston, VA.

Peter's approach to business cases

Peter Chang Yi is a lawyer practicing business method patents, computer and software patents, electronic patents and 3 other areas of law. Peter received a B.S. degree from California Institute of Technology in 2003, and has been licensed for 16 years. Peter practices at Cooley LLP in Reston, VA.

Clients Peter works with

Peter reviews new inquiries case-by-case for business and patent matters in Reston and the surrounding Virginia area.

Credentials

Education, bar admissions, and languages

  • George Washington University Law School

    J.D. · 2010

  • California Institute of Technology

    B.S. Engineering · 2003

Jurisdictions

Peter's state bar admissions

  • District of Columbia

    2011 · ACTIVE

  • Virginia

    2010 · ACTIVE

Peter studied at J.D. in George Washington University Law School and B.S. Engineering in California Institute of Technology.

Law school and academic background

Peter completed J.D. in George Washington University Law School and B.S. Engineering in California Institute of Technology. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Peter runs in Virginia is where that training gets applied to real client questions.

Locations

Peter Chang Yi's office in Reston

Peter's primary office is at One Freedom Square, Reston Town Center, 11951 Freedom Drive, Reston, VA, 20190-5656. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Main office

Cooley LLP

One Freedom Square, Reston Town Center, 11951 Freedom Drive

Reston, VA 20190-5656

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Hiring guide

How to hire Peter Chang Yi — what to expect in your first consultation

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

Consultation formats and pricing

Peter charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Peter'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; Peter will tell you what matters and what doesn't.

Questions to ask a business attorney in Reston, Virginia

A short list to run through before you commit: How many business 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 Peter

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

Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options

Every business 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. Peter confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.

Payment methods and payment plans

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

Frequently asked

Frequently asked questions about Peter Chang Yi

  • How much does it cost to hire Peter for a business case?

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

  • Does Peter offer a free consultation?

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

  • How long do business cases in Virginia typically take?

    Simple business 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. Peter gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.

  • Can Peter take my case if I'm outside Reston?

    Peter 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 — Peter 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 Peter?

    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. Peter will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.

  • Is Peter accepting new business clients right now?

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

Areas served

Business attorneys serving Reston, Richmond and Alexandria in Virginia

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