Atty. Adam T. Calandra

Atty. Adam T. Calandra

Adam Calandra assists clients with complex labor and employment matters. Adam counsels clients on matters related to employee benefits and provides them with creative problem-solving and unique solutions to the problems they face.

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Profile Summary

About Adam T. Calandra at a glance

Adam T. Calandra is a employment attorney based in Washington, District of Columbia, practicing at Barnes & Thornburg LLP. Admitted to practice in New York, New York State Bar Association and District of Columbia, The District of Columbia Bar. Educated at Georgetown University (—, 2023) and American University Washington College of Law (J.D., 2017). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Employee Benefits (ERISA) Law (2026). Serands clients in Washington, DC and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Adam Calandra assists clients with complex labor and employment matters
  • Adam counsels clients on matters related to employee benefits and provides them with creative problem-solving and unique solutions to the problems they face
  • He offers clients a distinctive perspective on government regulations and policies, informed by his time as a general attorney for the U.S
  • Internal Revenue Service’s (IRS) Office of Chief Counsel
  • Adam has experience researching case law and writing memoranda analyzing new technologies in e-discovery
  • He is also well-versed in managing document review projects for litigation matters in the U.S
  • Tax Court and federal district courts
  • Additionally, Adam held multiple legislative roles and served as a law clerk for the U.S
  • Senate
  • During law school, he also was a legal intern with the U.S
  • Department of Labor Office of Federal Contract Compliance and the U.S
  • Department of Justice Tax Division

Practice Areas Explained

Adam T. Calandra's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Adam T. Calandra handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Employment Law

Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in District of Columbia

Practicing law in District of Columbia. Legal matters in District of Columbia are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Washington are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate District of Columbia state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in District of Columbia brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in District of Columbia courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Adam T. Calandra

Where is Adam T. Calandra's law office located?
Adam T. Calandra's law practice is located in Washington, District of Columbia. The firm is Barnes & Thornburg LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Adam T. Calandra handle?
Adam T. Calandra focuses on employment. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in District of Columbia.
Where did Adam T. Calandra go to law school?
Adam T. Calandra earned their education at (—, 2023); (J.D., 2017); (J.D., 2017).
How can I contact Adam T. Calandra for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Adam T. Calandra received?
Adam T. Calandra's notable recognition includes: Best Lawyers in America — Employee Benefits (ERISA) Law.

Education

Georgetown University
- 2023
J.D.
American University Washington College of Law
- 2017
J.D.
American University Washington College of Law
- 2017
J.D.
American University Washington College of Law
- 2017
J.D.
American University Washington College of Law
- 2017
J.D.
American University Washington College of Law
- 2017
J.D.
American University Washington College of Law
- 2017
J.D.
American University Washington College of Law
- 2017
J.D.
American University Washington College of Law
- 2017
J.D.
American University Washington College of Law
- 2017
J.D.
American University
- 2017
M.B.A
Canisius College
- 2014

Awards

Best Lawyers in America — Employee Benefits (ERISA) Law
- 2026

Bar Admissions

New York, New York State Bar Association
District of Columbia, The District of Columbia Bar

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