Virginia Lynch

Ginnie Lynch brings a sharp legal mind and a steady, collaborative presence to the Shaw Keller team. With a background in biology and deep training in intellectual property law, she supports complex litigation with a focus on clarity, responsiveness, and strategic execution.

Her experience spans advising startups and nonprofits on trademark and copyright matters, participating in moot court competitions, and helping clients navigate transactional IP issues. Ginnie is especially drawn to legal work that blends technical subject matter with business insight, and she thrives on delivering practical solutions in high-pressure environments.

Overview

Ginnie has built a strong foundation in intellectual property law through a mix of hands-on clinical work, leadership, and academic achievement. As a student attorney in the Richmond Law Intellectual Property and Transactional Law Clinic, she provided strategic guidance to startups and nonprofits on trademark and copyright matters. She also served as the Articles Editor of the University of Richmond Law Review, led the Student Intellectual Property Law Association, and competed in the prestigious Jessup Moot Court.

With her attention to detail, poise, and collaborative mindset, Ginnie brings thoughtful energy to every case she supports. Her ability to break down technical issues and deliver clear, strategic solutions makes her a valuable resource for clients and colleagues alike.

Bar Admissions

Delaware

Education

J.D., University of Richmond School of Law, magna cum laude
Faculty Award for Excellence in Intellectual Property Law
Certificate in Intellectual Property Law
Articles Editor, University of Richmond Law Review
President, Student Intellectual Property Law Association
Secretary and 2L Representative, Student Bar Association
Member, Appropriations Committee
Competitor, Jessup International Law Moot Court (2023)
Student Attorney, Intellectual Property and Transactional Law Clinic
Advised startups and non-profits on trademark and copyright registration
B.A., Biology, University of Virginia

Pro Bono

Diop, et al v. Bureau of Professional and Occupational Affairs, State Board of Cosmetology of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, C.A. No. 363 MD 2020, Pa. Commw. Ct. 2024
Arbolay v. Vettori, et al, C.A. No. 19-976-GBW, D. Del.

Publications

American Bar Association, ANDA Litigation: Strategies and Tactics for Pharmaceutical Patent Litigators, Chapter 18: Antitrust (Kenneth L. Dorsney ed., 4th ed. 2024).
Virginia Lynch, The Patentability of De-Extinct Animals: The Not-So Dire(wolf) Truth, Perspectives (Fed. Bar Assoc. Younger Laws. Div., Fall 2025).
IPO Pharmaceutical & Biotechnology Committee Amgen v Sanofi Subcommittee - case digest summaries of all US decisions from PTAB and the Courts that address 35 U.S.C. §112 issues post-Amgen v. Sanofi (Sup. Ct.).

Organizations

Federal Bar Association, Delaware State Bar Association, and New York Intellectual Property Law Association.
Federal Bar Association Younger Lawyers Division Board of Directors for FY26.
Association of Intellectual Property Firms Patent and Trademark & Copyright Committees for 2025-2026.

Fun Fact

Ginnie grew up all over the world, from the middle of the outback of Australia to the cobblestones of Frankfurt, Germany. She now lives in New York City enjoying all it has to offer, including the dog parades.