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Brett Callahan
Manassas, VA Attorney with 17 years of experience
Arbitration & Mediation
George Mason University School of Law
Brett Callahan is a Litigation Associate at Vanderpool, Frostick & Nishanian. Her focus in approaching any case is to identify and work toward the solution that is tailored to best serve her client’s needs. That means approaching problems from different angles to come up with the most practical and cost effective way to achieve her client’s goals, either through traditional negotiations and litigation or use of alternative dispute resolution options. Brett takes a client driven big picture approach to her representation, working with clients to not only address current concerns but identify future vulnerabilities and fix them...
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Bernard John-Eduard van Gils
Vint Hill Farms, VA Attorney
Business, IP, International and Trademarks
American University Washington College of Law
Bernard "Bert" van Gils works in the areas of estate planning and business law. His business practice includes general counsel services, local and international business transactions, copyrights, trademarks and non-profit organizations. He has facilitated, negotiated and drafted transactions for companies active throughout the United States and for companies conducting business in Europe, Latin America and Southeast Asia. As he was a business owner before becoming a lawyer, Bert especially enjoys assisting business owners with establishing and growing their businesses. He has assisted businesses in information technology, retail and wholesale sales, engineering, building and home contracting, printing,...
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Karen Cohen
Manassas, VA Attorney with 30 years of experience
Real Estate
Georgetown University Law Center
Karen L. Cohen is a Shareholder with the law firm of Vanderpool, Frostick & Nishanian, P.C (VF&N). Her practice focuses on commercial real estate and business transactions, including real estate development, land use and zoning, commercial leasing, commercial lending, and purchase and sale contracts, as well as advising clients in negotiating a variety of business contracts such as operating agreements, supplier agreements, asset purchase and sale agreements, and shareholder agreements. As an attorney with a prior career in architecture and a master’s degree in Real Estate Development, Karen’s legal knowledge is enhanced by her understanding of the business...
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John James Good
Stafford, VA Attorney
Free ConsultationBusiness
California Western School of Law
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Ruth Dordoe
Stafford, VA Lawyer with 10 years of experience
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V. Rick Nishanian
Manassas, VA Attorney with 40 years of experience
Business and Real Estate
George Mason University
Rick Nishanian is a highly respected real estate attorney. He is well known for his ability to craft legal documents for complex situations, ranging from complicated loan documents to multi-faceted business transactions. Clients appreciate his responsiveness and his attention to detail.
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Joanne H. Yi
Manassas, VA Attorney with 21 years of experience
Bankruptcy
Western Michigan University Cooley Law School
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David D. Armistead III
Manassas, VA Attorney
Bankruptcy and Workers' Comp
Michigan State University
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Brian Banner
Fredericksburg, VA Attorney with 49 years of experience
Business, IP and Trademarks
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Justin Scott McLeod
Fredericksburg, VA Attorney with 13 years of experience
(540) 328-0794
910 Princess Anne Street
Suite 215
Fredericksburg, VA 22401
Real Estate
UDC David A. Clarke School of Law
Mr. McLeod grew up in North Texas before his undergraduate studies took him across the globe. Mr. McLeod graduated from Adelaide University (South Australia), receiving a B.A. degree in History. Returning to Texas, he then attended Texas Christian University and went on to comlpete an M.A. in History. Mr. McLeod then undertook his legal education at the University of the District of Columbia School of Law with the help of academic scholarships and grants and went on to graduate cum laude. During law school Mr. McLeod attained the prestigious position of Managing Editor of the University...
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Adam C Calinger
Fredericksburg, VA Lawyer with 17 years of experience
Appeals
University of Virginia School of Law
Adam C. Calinger is an attorney currently practicing law in Fredericksburg, VA. He practices appeals in the state courts of Virginia. He also defends persons in cases involving misdemeanors and traffic cases.
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J. Burkhardt Beale
Woodbridge, VA Attorney with 43 years of experience
(703) 690-1222
4391 Ridgewood Center Dr
Suite G
Woodbridge, VA 22192-5399
Appeals
Washington and Lee University School of Law
I began practicing law in 1980 with a firm where I tried my first felony jury after being in practice approximately 4 months. Just as in the NBA or MLB the rookie who is good gains responsibility and rises in the ranks. I have dedicated my career to helping those who sometimes felt that their situatio was impossible to win or overcome. I have heard on many occasions from judges around the state that "this is the first time I have heard that defense" when finding my client "not guilty". There are many lawyers who will take your money, and...
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Eric Persian
Manassas, VA Lawyer with 40 years of experience
Insurance Claims, Insurance Defense and Products Liability
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Fred Edwards
Fredericksburg, VA Lawyer
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Jason E Hickman
Prince William, VA Lawyer
(703) 565-5137
12701 Marblestone Drive, Suite 350
Prince William, VA 22192-8307
Business and Insurance Claims
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Michael Andreas Kernbach
Manassas, VA Attorney with 41 years of experience
Products Liability and Workers' Comp
Over thirty years active trial experience on all matters of personal injury or death. I have secured major settlements and verdicts on behalf of clients throughout the Commonwealth of Virginia.
John P. Harris, III
Fredericksburg, VA Attorney
Arbitration & Mediation
Cumberland School of Law
Robert J. Windle
Woodbridge, VA Lawyer
(703) 690-1222
4391 Ridgewood Center Dr.
Suite H
Woodbridge, VA 22192-5399
Consumer, Employment and Products Liability
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Katherine S. Charapich
Culpeper, VA Lawyer with 11 years of experience
Business
Liberty University School of Law
U Mass Amherst - University of Massachusetts at Amherst - Political Science - Undergraduate Degree
Real Estate Broker License - Commonwealth of Virginia
Juris Doctorate Degree - Law Degree - Liberty University School of Law - Lynchburg, Virginia
Virginia State Bar - Commonwealth of Virginia
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John C. Cook
Fairfax, VA Lawyer with 35 years of experience
Employment
The George Washington University Law School
Outside of our families and our homes, our jobs may be the most important relationship we have. When you are having legal trouble in the workplace, or were just terminated, where do you turn? John Cook is the savvy negotiator who can get you that severance payment you really need. He’s the steady-handed counselor to advise you through one of the most difficult periods in your life. And, if you do need to file suit, he is the tenacious courtroom bulldog who can bring home the win.
John’s colleagues agree he is the go-to person for employees. Based on surveys of...
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Robert R Weed
Stafford, VA Attorney with 47 years of experience
Bankruptcy
University of Maryland Francis King Carey School of Law
Robert Weed is one of Northern Virginia’s most experienced, and top rated bankruptcy attorneys. He has offices in Annandale, Stafford, Sterling-Herndon and Woodbridge.
Nationally Known
During the debate in Congress on the 2005 bankruptcy reform, Robert Weed was interviewed on local and national TV and quoted in newspapers across the country.
His top rated bankruptcy layer blog on is seen by hundreds of people around the country!
Bankruptcy Lawyer: Nationally Recognized
In May 2019, the National Association of Consumer Bankruptcy Attorneys presented Robert Weed with the Hammes-Schulman Award.
Previously, Robert Weed was named Bankruptcy Lawyer of the Month by the National Association of Consumer Bankruptcy Attorneys...
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Glendia Del Evans
Fairfax, VA Lawyer with 25 years of experience
Employment and Immigration
Rutgers School of Law-Camden
Originally from Toronto, Ontario Canada Glenda Del Evans is an immigrant herself who has practiced U.S. Immigration law for the past twenty years. She is versed in all aspects of U.S. Immigration law and has successfully handled hundreds of immigration matters for businesses, individuals and family in U.S. Immigration matters. Mrs. Evans is the managing attorney and works with a great team of staff immigration lawyers at ScottVassell & LeeRC Law Group, PC. Based on demand, she has also founded a separate division of the law firm B&E Capital Law dedicated to business and employment in areas such as temporary...
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Terry Lee Fox
Fairfax, VA Attorney with 32 years of experience
Business, Real Estate and Trademarks
University of New Hampshire School of Law
Mr. Fox is senior partner in the real estate practice group at Fox & Moghul who has over two decades of experience successfully representing developers, real estate brokers, community association boards, title companies, and commercial landlords as well as tenants on a full range of complex real estate matters.
Mr. Fox’s sophistication in this subject matter is reflected in the fact that he has handled more than 3,000 commercial real estate transactions for multi-national entities like Exxon Mobil Corporation. Mr. Fox also has noted expertise in title disputes, and his Continuing Legal Education Seminars (CLEs) on curing complex title defects...
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Merritt James Green
McLean, VA Lawyer with 26 years of experience
Administrative, Arbitration & Mediation, Business and Employment
Syracuse University College of Law and University of Oxford
Mr. Green is General Counsel, P.C.'s founder, managing partner and leads its employment law practice.
Merritt serves as an outside general counsel to numerous clients providing guidance on legal issues confronting businesses and non-profit organizations ranging from contracts and agreements to the structuring of corporate transactions and business formations. Merritt also represents businesses and individuals in all aspects of labor and employment law.
Merritt received his J.D., cum laude, from the Syracuse University College of Law (1997). At Syracuse, he was an Associate Editor of the Syracuse Law Review and was Editor-in-Chief of The Labor Lawyer, the publication of...
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Sat Nam S. Khalsa
McLean, VA Attorney with 14 years of experience
(202) 796-8995
Tyson's Corner
1750 Tyson's Boulevard, Suite 1500
McLean, VA 22102
Business and Tax
Georgetown University Law Center
Sat Nam Khalsa's mission is centered on service, he is dedicated to helping clients resolve difficult problems with excellence and integrity. His clients include individuals, families, small businesses, and nonprofits. Sat Nam Khalsa practices Tax and Business Law, Estate Planning and Probate, and non-adversarial Family Law.
In his tax practice, Sat Nam represents individuals and organizations seeking to resolve tax controversies with the IRS and state and local tax authorities. He also represents clients litigating tax disputes in Federal and State courts.
Sat Nam’s work for business clients, nonprofits and tax-exempt organizations includes advice related to entity formation and...
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Lindsay A Freedman
McLean, VA Attorney
8200 Greensboro Drive
Suite #900
McLean, VA 22102
Business and Employment
George Mason University School of Law
Lindsay A. Freedman is one of the top-rated employment lawyers in the County. He has successfully represented thousands of workers in a wide range of employment litigation — obtaining millions of dollars in damages for his clients. Mr. Freedman founded Freedman Law, LLC, to fight for workers' rights and provide a voice to those who have been wronged in the workplace. He litigates all types of employment law matters—for both employees and employers—including discrimination, sex harassment, disability, whistleblower, and wage and hour claims.
Mr. Freedman’s practice regularly includes Title VII of the Civil Rights Act, Family and Medical...
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Elaine Jarvis
Front Royal, VA Lawyer with 26 years of experience
29 Crescent St
Front Royal, VA 22630
Antitrust, Bankruptcy, Business and Consumer
College of William and Mary
Eleven years’ legal experience in business law, corporate formation, compliance, complex consumer litigation, regulatory, contracts and bankruptcy law.
Local experience in family law; advocate for domestic violence survivors.
Four years in Am Law (top 100 American law firms) located in DC, with
business, bankruptcy and commercial litigation focus.
Experience in automotive and construction fraud litigation.
Fifteen years’ corporate experience, gained as business owner, award-winning author and airplane owner.
Advanced knowledge of and experience working with UDAAP,
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Benjamin Boscolo
Fairfax, VA Attorney with 37 years of experience
(888) 591-4008
8280 Willow Oaks Corporate Dr
Suite 810
Fairfax, VA 22031
Insurance Claims, Products Liability and Workers' Comp
American University Washington College of Law and Lafayette College
When you speak with Ben for even a few minutes, it’s impossible to ignore his energy. His enthusiasm comes both from his roles as Attorney, Chief Executive Officer, and Owner at CHASENBOSCOLO, and, more importantly, his passion for people. When it comes to his clients, he is a trial lawyer whose sole focus is on fighting for his client’s rights. Ben cannot tolerate a world where working men and women are not treated fairly by the legal system. Ben and the CHASENBOSCOLO team believe in better. They work tirelessly to hold wrongdoers accountable and help their clients overcome troubles.
Ben was...
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Darrin A. Auito
McLean, VA Attorney with 19 years of experience
Free ConsultationIP, Patents and Trademarks
Case Western Reserve University School of Law
I am an intellectual property attorney and business advisor (JD/MBA/MSE) with over 15 years of experience counseling clients on a range of matters, including portfolio development, patent preparation and prosecution, trademark and brand protection, litigation, licensing, and corporate due diligence.
I am registered to practice before the United States Patent Office (USPTO) (Reg. No. 56,024) and admitted to practice in the State of Michigan, the United States Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit (CAFC) and the U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Michigan.
I have prepared, filed and prosecuted thousands of patent applications in fields such as automotive, autonomous...
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Robert Cox
Tysons Corner, VA Attorney with 32 years of experience
Antitrust, Business and Securities
University of Virginia School of Law
For more than 25 years, I have represented Fortune 500 companies and individuals in commercial litigation and securities enforcement matters. I have also represented accounting firms and their partners and employees in government investigations and enforcement proceedings, malpractice, and state disciplinary proceedings.
As a partner in an ‘American Lawyer Top 100 firm’, I’ve represented clients in bet-the-company litigation matters involving breach of contract, business tort, antitrust, insurance coverage, and securities claims. At the PCAOB, I led investigations of Big 4, mid-size, and small accounting firms and their partners and employees.
My litigation experience includes:
• securities fraud class action in the...
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Erik Michael Pelton
Falls Church, VA Lawyer with 24 years of experience
Free ConsultationIP and Trademarks
The Catholic University of America Columbus School of Law
Erik is all about energy, whether he’s representing clients, addressing workshop or conference goers, volunteering with Falls Church City’s Economic Development Authority, testing his mettle in a triathlon, drumming up support for charity, or wrangling kids on Bike to School Day. His superpower is making complicated subjects clear, using real-world examples to illustrate his points in an engaging—sometimes-hilarious—way. And as an early-adopter gadget freak, the exploding world of technology and associated intellectual property laws is to Erik familiar and fun rather than intimidating. Erik got his start as a trademark examiner for the USPTO and, in the years since, has...
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Robert Franklin Powers
Falls Church, VA Lawyer with 14 years of experience
(703) 520-1326
3160 Fairview Park Drive
Suite 410
Falls Church, VA 22042
Free ConsultationIP and Trademarks
Michigan State University
Mr. Powers is an experienced litigator as well as a transactional attorney. Mr. Powers serves as outside general counsel to over 100 businesses located through the United States at any given time. Counsel ranges from compliance and mitigation issues to prevent litigation, drafting and negotiating contracts, and litigation as a last resort. He has negotiated and drafted several multi-million dollar contracts involving IP licensing and assignments, business acquisitions, asset purchases, and employment-related contracts. Mr. Powers has litigated matters involving business disputes before Virginia Circuit and Federal Courts; trademark disputes before Virginia and District of Columbia Federal Courts as well as...
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Benjamin W. Glass III
Fairfax, VA Lawyer with 40 years of experience
Free ConsultationEmployment
George Mason University School of Law
Most people who meet attorney Ben Glass come to know him as a father of nine children, four of them adopted from China, a small business advocate, a non-profit and charity supporter, and a soccer referee - in addition to being one of the top-reviewed attorneys in the area (see him on Avvo and Google).
Born and raised in Annandale, Ben has spent his career practicing law in the courtrooms throughout Virginia and beyond. A recognized expert among his peers, lawyers travel from around the country to be trained by Ben and his team in the Ben Glass Center for Growth...
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Vishrut B Shelat
Aldie, VA Attorney
Free ConsultationBusiness and Immigration
Vermont Law School
Vishrut Shelat, Esq. is a D.C. Barred Attorney, who specializes in Immigration Law, Criminal Defense, and Business Law & Entity Formation. Vishrut has 3 years of professional experience in the legal field, with cases involving both transactional and litigation work.
After working with companies such as Thompson Reuters, Robert Half, and Wolters Kluwer, Vishrut decided to use his accumulated legal experience and contacts to forge his own law firm to better serve his clients with his vision. This desire led him to create TheBajLawGroup PLLC, the premier boutique law firm specializing in Immigration Law, Criminal Law, and Business Law & Entity...
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Joshua Erlich
Arlington, VA Attorney with 12 years of experience
Appeals and Employment
Georgetown University Law Center and Georgetown University Law Center
Joshua Erlich's practice includes transactional and litigation projects for both individuals and small businesses. Prior to forming The Erlich Law Office, Mr. Erlich was an associate at McTigue & Veis, LLP. In that position, he worked on complex class action litigation, representing participants in employee benefit plans. Mr. Erlich also served as a legal intern at the Department of Labor, Plan Benefits Security Division and in the Department of the Treasury’s Office of the Assistant General Counsel for General Law, Ethics, and Regulation. He worked at private firms during law school and held a summer associate position at O’Donoghue &...