Atty. Carson H. Sullivan
Carson Sullivan is Chair of Paul Hastings’ Washington, D.C. Employment Law Department and Co-Chair of the Washington, D.C. office.
Litigation - Labor and Employment Attorney · Serving Washington, DC
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About Carson H. Sullivan at a Glance
Carson H. Sullivan is a employment and litigation attorney based in Washington, District of Columbia, practicing at Paul Hastings LLP. Educated at George Mason University (J.D., 2004). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Labor and Employment (2026). Serves clients in Washington, DC and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Carson H. Sullivan
- Carson Sullivan is Chair of Paul Hastings’ Washington, D.C
- Employment Law Department and Co-Chair of the Washington, D.C. office
- She represents employers in all aspects of employment law, with an emphasis on the defense of class and collective action suits
- As one of the leaders of the firm’s Pay Equity Practice Group, Ms. Sullivan provides sophisticated litigation defense and works with clients to review and analyze their compensation practices for pay equity and legal compliance
- She is particularly skilled in developing strategies for the use of complex data in large-scale class litigation and investigation matters
- Ms. Sullivan also has a particular focus on litigation involving trade secrets and restrictive covenants and is a member of the firm’s Employee Mobility and Trade Secrets Practice Group
- Additionally, she provides employment counseling and advice to leading corporate, law firm and professional services clients
- Her client results are recognized by the market
- Ms. Sullivan is Chambers-ranked for Labor and Employment law and recognized by The Legal 500 for Workplace and Employment counseling
- Clients note to Chambers that she is “an outstanding partner,” and “incredibly responsive and her writing is impeccable.” To Legal 500, they note she is “quite simply phenomenal,” and her “knowledge of employment laws, both in theory and in practice is something we were very lucky to have on our side.”
Practice Areas Explained
Carson H. Sullivan's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Carson H. Sullivan handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Washington.
Employment Law in Washington
Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.
Carson H. Sullivan is one of 167,770 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in District of Columbia →
Civil Litigation in Washington
Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.
Carson H. Sullivan is one of 450,750 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in District of Columbia →
Jurisdictional Context
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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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Washington Choose Carson H. Sullivan
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 Carson H. Sullivan's practice in the field of employment and litigation.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering employment and litigation, Carson H. Sullivan 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 Carson H. Sullivan 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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Common Legal Issues Carson H. Sullivan Handles in Washington
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