Atty. John V. Berry

Atty. John V. Berry

John V. Berry is the founding partner of the Berry & Berry, PLLC law firm and represents federal employees, government contractors, intelligence agency personnel, law enforcement officers, firefighters, private sector employees, and state workers in employment, labor, and national security law matters.

Reston Reston 29 yrs experience 29 year
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Profile Summary

About John V. Berry at a glance

John V. Berry is a Founding Partner based in Reston, Virginia, practicing at Berry & Berry PLLC. They have 29+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1997. Their practice focuses on contracts, employment, securities, and government. Admitted to practice in Michigan (1997), District of Columbia (1998), Maryland (2005), and New York (2006). Educated at University of Detroit School of Law (J.D. Executive, 1997) and University of Michigan (B.A., 1993). Active member of Security Clearance Lawyers Association D, C, and Bar Labor and Employment Law Section Virginia Employment Lawyers Association Metropolitan Washington Employment Lawyers Association. Serands clients in Reston, VA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • John V. Berry is the founding partner of the Berry & Berry, PLLC law firm and represents federal employees, government contractors, intelligence agency personnel, law enforcement officers, firefighters, private sector employees, and state workers in employment, labor, and national security law matters
  • His practice focuses on security clearance defense, disciplinary action defense, administrative investigations, and equal employment opportunity (EEO) claims
  • He represents federal employees nationwide in security clearance appeals, disciplinary actions, MSPB appeals, EEO complaints, and other employment-related issues
  • His experience includes handling cases before federal agencies such as the Defense Counterintelligence and Security Agency (DCSA) and the Defense Office of Hearings and Appeals (DOHA), as well as intelligence agencies (IC) like the CIA and NSA
  • Mr. Berry has also served as General Counsel to the United States Park Police and Capitol Police labor unions and provided counsel to businesses on wage, hour, and HR policy matters
  • He has been recognized as a Top Lawyer by Northern Virginia Magazine and Arlington Magazine, authored legal blogs, and co-taught CLE courses on security clearance and MSPB representation
  • Frequently interviewed by major media outlets and published in legal journals, Mr. Berry has built a reputation for his contributions to employment and national security law

Practice Areas Explained

John V. Berry's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases John V. Berry handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Contracts

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Employment Law

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Securities Law

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Government & Administrative Law

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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 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 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 John V. Berry

Where is John V. Berry's law office located?
John V. Berry's law practice is located in Reston, Virginia. The firm is Berry & Berry PLLC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does John V. Berry handle?
John V. Berry focuses on contracts, employment, securities, government. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Virginia.
How long has John V. Berry practiced law?
John V. Berry has 29+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1997.
Where did John V. Berry go to law school?
John V. Berry earned their education at (J.D. Executive, 1997); (B.A., 1993).
How can I contact John V. Berry for a consultation?
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Education

J.D. Executive
University of Detroit School of Law
- 1997
B.A.
University of Michigan
- 1993

Bar Admissions

Michigan
Admitted: 1997
District of Columbia
Admitted: 1998
Maryland
Admitted: 2005
New York
Admitted: 2006
Virginia U.S. Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit U.S. Court of Appeals for the District of Col
Admitted: 2010

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