Atty. Benjamin A. Powell
Benjamin Powell is widely recognized as one of the country's top authorities on handling cybersecurity, data breach and related investigation matters. He has advised companies on major cybersecurity incidents and incident preparedness across virtually every sector of the economy, including the banking, investment management, software, retail, energy, defense and intelligence, media and entertainment, pharmaceutical, cloud services, government contracting, aerospace, information technology, manufacturing, and travel sectors.
Government Relations Practice & More Attorney · Serving Washington, DC
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About Benjamin A. Powell at a Glance
Benjamin A. Powell is a securities and government attorney based in Washington, District of Columbia, practicing at Wilmer Cutler Pickering Hale and Dorr LLP. Admitted to practice in District of Columbia, The District of Columbia Bar, New York, New York State Bar Association, and California, The State Bar of California. Educated at Columbia University (J.D., 1996) and University of Pennsylvania (—, 1989). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Government Relations Practice (2026) and Best Lawyers in America — Privacy and Data Security Law (2026). Serves clients in Washington, DC and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Benjamin A. Powell
- Benjamin Powell is widely recognized as one of the country's top authorities on handling cybersecurity, data breach and related investigation matters
- He has advised companies on major cybersecurity incidents and incident preparedness across virtually every sector of the economy, including the banking, investment management, software, retail, energy, defense and intelligence, media and entertainment, pharmaceutical, cloud services, government contracting, aerospace, information technology, manufacturing, and travel sectors
- He is recognized as a leading attorney in handling complex regulatory matters relating to international investment and mergers, including matters involving the Committee on Foreign Investment in the United States (CFIUS) and the Defense Counterintelligence and Security Agency (DCSA)
- He also is regularly asked to be lead counsel on major investigations and strategic counseling across a variety of sensitive regulatory matters for the world's most prominent companies
- In 2020, President Trump appointed Mr. Powell to the Public Interest Declassification Board
- He previously served on President Trump’s intelligence community transition team
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Benjamin A. Powell's Areas of Legal Practice
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Securities Law in Washington
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Government & Administrative Law in Washington
Attorneys for administrative law, agency hearings, government contracts, licensing, and public benefits.
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Why Local Counsel Matters in Washington
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 venue, 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.
Washington Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Washington-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Why Clients in Washington Choose Benjamin A. Powell
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish Benjamin A. Powell's practice in the field of securities and government.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in District of Columbia, The District of Columbia Bar, New York, New York State Bar Association, and California, The State Bar of California, Benjamin A. Powell can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering securities and government, Benjamin A. Powell can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Washington
A Washington-based practice means Benjamin A. Powell attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
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