Atty. Garen E. Dodge
Garen Dodge, a principal in the Washington, D.C. region office, has spent his career working side by side with clients looking to tackle the thorniest of labor and employment issues with creative solutions. He has successfully defended employers, including Fortune 500 companies in a broad range of industries, including restaurants and retail, in matters involving privacy, discrimination, background checks, harassment, wage and hour, and occupational safety and health.
Employment Law Management & More Attorney · Serving Reston, VA
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About Garen E. Dodge at a Glance
Garen E. Dodge is a employment and litigation attorney based in Reston, Virginia, practicing at Odin, Feldman & Pittleman PC. Educated at William & Mary Law School (J.D., 1982). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Employment Law - Management (2026) and Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Labor and Employment (2026). Serves clients in Reston, VA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Garen E. Dodge
- Garen Dodge, a principal in the Washington, D.C. region office, has spent his career working side by side with clients looking to tackle the thorniest of labor and employment issues with creative solutions
- He has successfully defended employers, including Fortune 500 companies in a broad range of industries, including restaurants and retail, in matters involving privacy, discrimination, background checks, harassment, wage and hour, and occupational safety and health
- His Washington, D.C. experience extends to representing clients before Congress and various federal agencies
- He has testified before the U.S
- Commission on Civil Rights and served as counsel of record in seminal U.S
- Supreme Court and appellate cases as amicus curiae
- Garen started his career as Attorney-Advisor for the Benefits Review Board of the U.S
- Department of Labor’s Office of the Secretary
- Clients appreciate Garen’s ability to marshal his collective experience and agency relationships to think outside the box to solve their problems, offering fresh perspectives
- For example, when a food service client was being investigated for its pay practices on a government contract, Garen not only defended the client in litigation but also met with congressional staff which helped turn the tide of the investigation
- As a trusted adviser, Garen assists companies in establishing workplace programs on harassment, affirmative action, and substance abuse
- Additionally, he trains supervisors and employees on effective personnel policies and conducts workplace investigations
- Garen speaks frequently to industry and other groups on employment topics
- He is the author (or co-author) of many publications, including the book Winning the War on Drugs: The Role of Workplace Drug Testing
- He has been a guest lecturer at George Washington University School of Business, Georgetown University, and the University of Denver
Practice Areas Explained
Garen E. Dodge's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Garen E. Dodge handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Reston.
Employment Law in Reston
Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.
Garen E. Dodge is one of 167,770 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in Virginia →
Civil Litigation in Reston
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 Reston
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 Reston 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.
Reston Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Reston-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 Reston Choose Garen E. Dodge
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 Garen E. Dodge's practice in the field of employment and litigation.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering employment and litigation, Garen E. Dodge can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Reston
A Reston-based practice means Garen E. Dodge 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 Garen E. Dodge Handles in Reston
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