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Reed Risenmay, IP Attorney in Vienna, Virginia

Over 10 years of legal practice

Practicing ip in Vienna since 2016.

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Reed Risenmay is an attorney based in Vienna, VIRGINIA. The practice focuses on IP. Reed has over 10 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Birch, Stewart, Kolasch & Birch LLP.

Based in
Vienna, VIRGINIA
Experience
over 10 years
Known for
IP
  • Handles IP matters from Vienna, VIRGINIA.
  • Over 10 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
  • Recognized with Best Lawyers in America — Patent Law (2026).

About Reed Risenmay: Reed Risenmay is an attorney based in Vienna, VIRGINIA. The practice focuses on IP. Reed has over 10 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Birch, Stewart, Kolasch & Birch LLP.

Areas of practice

Reed's practice areas in Vienna

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

IP cases in Vienna, Virginia

Reed takes ip matters in Vienna, 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 Reed agrees to represent you.

Biography

Reed Risenmay, ip attorney serving Vienna

Reed Risenmay is an attorney based in Vienna, VIRGINIA. The practice focuses on IP. Reed has over 10 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Birch, Stewart, Kolasch & Birch LLP. Reed works from Vienna, Virginia and takes on ip matters across the region.

Reed Risenmay is an Associate at BSKB specializing in all aspects of patent prosecution in the electrical arts and IT services. During his career, Mr. Risenmay has experience in drafting and prosecuting patent applications related to electronic hardware, electronic software, machine learning/artificial intelligence, electronic communications, analog circuit design, semiconductor fabrication, and medical devices.

Mr. Risenmay has also counseled clients on patent portfolio management, patent acquisition, patentability, patent clearance, and other proceedings at the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO). Mr. Risenmay has worked with both in-house counsel and foreign counsel to manage national and international patent prosecution.

Before joining BSKB, Mr. Risenmay gained extensive experience working as an associate in the patent prosecution departments of various law firms. He received his Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical Engineering from the University of Washington in 2012 before earning his Juris Doctorate from Santa Clara University in 2015.

Reed's approach to ip cases

Reed Risenmay is an Associate at BSKB specializing in all aspects of patent prosecution in the electrical arts and IT services. During his career, Mr. Risenmay has experience in drafting and prosecuting patent applications related to electronic hardware, electronic software, machine learning/artificial intelligence, electronic communications, analog circuit design, semiconductor fabrication, and…

Clients Reed works with

Reed reviews new inquiries case-by-case for ip matters in Vienna and the surrounding Virginia area.

Credentials

Credentials — where Reed studied and practices

  • University of Washington

    B.S. in Electrical Engineering · 2012

  • Santa Clara University

    J.D. · 2015

Jurisdictions

Reed's state bar admissions

  • District of Columbia

    2024 · ACTIVE

  • California, The Stat

    2016 · ACTIVE

Reed studied at B.S. in Electrical Engineering in University of Washington and J.D. in Santa Clara University.

Law school and academic background

Reed completed B.S. in Electrical Engineering in University of Washington and J.D. in Santa Clara University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Reed runs in Virginia is where that training gets applied to real client questions.

Recognition

Reed's legal honors and published work

Reed has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.

  • Best Lawyers in America — Patent Law

    2026

Legal awards and honors

Best Lawyers in America — Patent Law (2026).

Locations

Reed Risenmay's office in Vienna

Reed's primary office is at 2600 Park Tower Drive Suite 600, Vienna, Virginia, 22180. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Main office

Birch, Stewart, Kolasch & Birch LLP

2600 Park Tower Drive Suite 600

Vienna, Virginia 22180

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Hiring guide

How to hire Reed Risenmay — what to expect in your first consultation

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

Consultation formats and pricing

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

Questions to ask a ip attorney in Vienna, 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 Reed

Reed 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. Reed confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.

Payment methods and payment plans

Reed'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 Reed Risenmay

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

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

  • Does Reed offer a free consultation?

    Reed charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Reed's office. Some ip attorneys offer free consults — check Reed'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. Reed gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.

  • Can Reed take my case if I'm outside Vienna?

    Reed 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 — Reed 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 Reed?

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

  • Is Reed accepting new ip clients right now?

    Reed'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 Vienna, Richmond and Alexandria in Virginia

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