Atty. David P. Phippen

Atty. David P. Phippen

Mr. David P.

Fairfax Fairfax 43 yrs experience 43 year
Call (202) 244-0723 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About David P. Phippen at a glance

David P. Phippen is an Of Counsel based in Fairfax, Virginia, practicing at Constangy, Brooks, Smith & Prophete, LLP. They have 43+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1983. Their practice focuses on employment, class action, trade secrets, wage & hour, and litigation. Admitted to practice in Virginia (1983), Georgia (1984), and District of Columbia U.S. District Courts for the District of Columbia, Eastern District of Virginia (1985). Educated at Washington and Lee University School of Law (J.D., 1983) and University of Virginia (B.A. Economics, 1980). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Serands clients in Fairfax, VA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Mr. David P. Phippen is a lawyer practicing privacy & technology, transportation, labor relations and 5 other areas of law
  • David received a B.A. degree from University of Virginia in 1980, and has been licensed for 43 years
  • David practices at Constangy, Brooks, Smith & Prophete, LLP in Fairfax, VA

Practice Areas Explained

David P. Phippen's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases David P. Phippen 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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Class Action

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Trade Secrets

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Wage & Hour Disputes

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Civil Litigation

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

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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 andnue, 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 David P. Phippen

Where is David P. Phippen's law office located?
David P. Phippen's law practice is located in Fairfax, Virginia. The firm is Constangy, Brooks, Smith & Prophete, LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does David P. Phippen handle?
David P. Phippen focuses on employment, class action, trade secrets, wage & hour, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Virginia.
How long has David P. Phippen practiced law?
David P. Phippen has 43+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1983.
Where did David P. Phippen go to law school?
David P. Phippen earned their education at (J.D., 1983); (B.A. Economics, 1980).
How can I contact David P. Phippen for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has David P. Phippen received?
David P. Phippen's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
Washington and Lee University School of Law
- 1983
B.A. Economics
University of Virginia
- 1980

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Virginia
Admitted: 1983
Georgia
Admitted: 1984
District of Columbia U.S. District Courts for the District of Columbia, Eastern District of Virginia
Admitted: 1985

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