James Williams
Partner
E: james@tingen.law
A: 1801 Bayberry Court, Suite 203, Richmond, VA 23226
P: (804) 477-1720
James focuses his practice on intellectual property law and family law.
James graduated from the University of Richmond School of Law and was accepted to the Virginia Bar in 2019. He earned his Intellectual Property Certificate as well as the Auzville Jackson Jr. award for excellence in intellectual property.
James is excited to assist artists, business owners, and content creators with their trademark and copyright concerns.
He has expanded his practice to include assisting clients in family law matters, estate planning, and business law. Whether the case is contested or non-contested, James is committed to helping his clients pursue the best possible outcome.
Regardless of whether he’s consulting a content creator or a spouse, James will develop a creative solution to best suit the client’s needs.
Practice Areas
- Intellectual Property
- Family Law
Education
- University of Richmond School of Law, J.D. 2019
- University of Tennessee-Knoxville, B.A. 2015
Admissions
- Virginia State Bar
- Eastern District of Virginia
Personal and Professional Memberships
- Greater Richmond Intellectual Property Lawyers Association (GRIPLA)
- Lawyers for the Arts — Chair
- Virginia Bar Association
- Esports Bar Association — Attorney Member
- SkateNation Plus
Recent Articles from the Knowledge Base
How to Copyright Your Music in 7 Easy Steps
Copyright registration does not equate to copyright enforcement. Instead, registration is simply a prerequisite for legal action against an infringing party.
How Long Does a Trademark Last?
Provided you renew them at the appropriate intervals, trademarks can last for as long as you decide to use the mark in commerce.
5 Tips for Avoiding Common Trademark Mistakes
Failing to follow certain trademark registration best practices could increase the time and money you’ll spend on protecting your trademark.
7 Best Practices to Help You Protect Your Copyright
By following several copyright best practices, you can better protect your creative works from instances of infringement and plagiarism.
9 Benefits of Registering a Trademark with the USPTO
Developing and protecting your brand isn’t just a “cost of doing business,” but rather an investment in customer goodwill and recognition.
6 Basic Trademark Application Tips
Trademark registration gives you additional rights and powers over how your branding is used, and can help you fight instances of infringement.
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