Christopher J. Sullivan

Christopher J. Sullivan is an associate attorney in Charlottesville, Virginia, who focuses on business counsel and intellectual property law. He assists clients with matters involving trademarks, copyrights, trade secrets, intellectual property licensing, infringement concerns, rights of privacy, and rights of publicity. His work supports businesses, startups, and emerging technology clients that need practical legal guidance for protecting ideas, creative assets, brand identity, and commercial relationships.

Chris earned his J.D. from the University of Richmond School of Law with a concentration in intellectual property and graduated summa cum laude. He also earned a B.A. from the University of Richmond, where he majored in Philosophy, Politics, Economics, and Law and minored in Rhetoric and Communication Studies, also graduating summa cum laude. As a law student, he served as Editor-in-Chief of Volume 56 of the University of Richmond Law Review.

Chris has developed a practice that connects business planning with intellectual property protection. He assists with general business counsel while advising on trademark, copyright, trade secret, licensing, and infringement matters. His experience helps clients evaluate ownership issues, protect creative and commercial rights, manage brand assets, and address legal concerns that arise as businesses grow, develop new products, and build market value.

Christopher J. Sullivan is recognized for strong academic achievement in intellectual property. During law school, he earned the top grade in Copyright Law and Trademark Law and received the Faculty Award for Excellence in Intellectual Property. His background in business, startups, and intellectual property law allows him to provide clear, practical guidance to clients seeking to protect valuable rights and make informed legal decisions.

Law Office Affiliations

• Associate, Ritter Law PLLC
• Member, Virginia Bar Association

Licensed State

• Virginia

Education

• University of Richmond School of Law
  Juris Doctor (JD)
• University of Richmond
  Bachelor of Arts (BA)

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