Atty. Brian R. Sanderson

Atty. Brian R. Sanderson

Brian R. Sanderson is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Litigation - Health Care, Medical Malpractice Law - Defendants and Professional Malpractice Law - Defendants.

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Profile Summary

About Brian R. Sanderson at a glance

Brian R. Sanderson is a medical malpractice, litigation, and health care attorney based in Fairfax, Virginia, practicing at Blankingship & Keith PC. Educated at George Mason University (J.D., 1996). Recognitions include Lawyer of the Year — Litigation - Health Care, Washington (D.C.) (2026), Lawyer of the Year — Medical Malpractice Law - Defendants, Washington (D.C.) (2026), and Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Health Care (2026). Serves clients in Fairfax, VA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

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  • Brian R. Sanderson is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Litigation - Health Care, Medical Malpractice Law - Defendants and Professional Malpractice Law - Defendants
  • Brian R., who practices law in Fairfax, Virginia, has been recognized since 2021
  • This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Brian R. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area

Practice Areas Explained

Brian R. Sanderson's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Brian R. Sanderson handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Medical Malpractice

Medical malpractice lawyers represent patients harmed by negligent doctors, hospitals, and other providers. Free case review, no fee unless you win.

Brian R. Sanderson is one of 44,425 medical malpractice attorneys indexed nationally. Browse medical malpractice attorneys in Virginia →

Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

Brian R. Sanderson is one of 409,070 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Virginia →

Health Care Law

Health care attorneys for HIPAA, Medicare, Medicaid, regulatory compliance, and medical licensing matters.

Brian R. Sanderson is one of 59,895 health care attorneys indexed nationally. Browse health care attorneys in Virginia →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Virginia

Practicing law in Virginia. Legal matters in Virginia are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Fairfax are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Virginia state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Virginia 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 Virginia courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Brian R. Sanderson

Where is Brian R. Sanderson's law office located?
Brian R. Sanderson's law practice is located in Fairfax, Virginia. The firm is Blankingship & Keith PC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Brian R. Sanderson handle?
Brian R. Sanderson focuses on medical malpractice, litigation, health care. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Virginia.
Where did Brian R. Sanderson go to law school?
Brian R. Sanderson earned their education at (J.D., 1996).
How can I contact Brian R. Sanderson for a consultation?
You can contact Brian R. Sanderson directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has Brian R. Sanderson received?
Brian R. Sanderson's notable recognition includes: Lawyer of the Year — Litigation - Health Care, Washington (D.C.); Lawyer of the Year — Medical Malpractice Law - Defendants, Washington (D.C.); Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Health Care; Best Lawyers in America — Medical Malpractice Law - Defendants; Best Lawyers in America — Professional Malpractice Law - Defendants.

Education

J.D.
George Mason University
- 1996

Awards

Lawyer of the Year — Litigation - Health Care, Washington (D.C.)
- 2026
Lawyer of the Year — Medical Malpractice Law - Defendants, Washington (D.C.)
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Health Care
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Medical Malpractice Law - Defendants
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Professional Malpractice Law - Defendants
- 2026

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