Atty. Mitchell J. "Mitch" Langberg

Atty. Mitchell J. "Mitch" Langberg

Nationally recognized authority in defamation law. Focused on protecting, defending and vindicating the most valuable asset many people and companies have—their reputations.

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Profile Summary

About Mitchell J. "Mitch" Langberg at a glance

Mitchell J. "Mitch" Langberg is a civil rights and entertainment attorney based in Alexandria, Virginia, practicing at Clare Locke LLP. Admitted to practice in California, The State Bar of California and Nevada, State Bar of Nevada. Educated at University of Southern California (J.D., 1994). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — First Amendment Law (2026), Best Lawyers in America — Media Law (2026), and Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice: (2026). Serands clients in Alexandria, VA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Nationally recognized authority in defamation law
  • Focused on protecting, defending and vindicating the most valuable asset many people and companies have—their reputations
  • In addition to being an accomplished business litigator for 25 years, Mitch Langberg serves as co-chair of the firm's Crisis Management Group
  • He brings his unique perspective on communications and media relations to brewing crises and those that have already erupted
  • Mitch works with individuals and companies to proactively build plans to minimize the risk of attacks on reputation before they happen
  • When necessary, Mitch is equally comfortable fighting for his clients in the courtroom
  • As an experienced defamation litigator with a national reputation, he has represented numerous celebrities, corporate leaders and companies in libel and slander cases across the country
  • Mitch has extensive experience navigating anti-SLAPP laws in several jurisdictions and testified as an expert in the Nevada Legislature when it adopted its current anti-SLAPP statute
  • Mitch also has extensive business litigation experience both in and out of the entertainment industry
  • He is known for fashioning creative resolutions while also aggressively protecting his clients’ interests in court

Practice Areas Explained

Mitchell J. "Mitch" Langberg's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Mitchell J. "Mitch" Langberg handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Civil Rights

Civil rights attorneys for discrimination, police misconduct, constitutional rights, and civil liberties cases.

Mitchell J. "Mitch" Langberg is one of 70,245 civil rights attorneys indexed nationally. Browse civil rights attorneys in Virginia →

Entertainment & Sports Law

Entertainment lawyers for music, film, sports contracts, talent representation, and IP licensing.

Mitchell J. "Mitch" Langberg is one of 45,946 entertainment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse entertainment 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 Alexandria 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 Mitchell J. "Mitch" Langberg

Where is Mitchell J. "Mitch" Langberg's law office located?
Mitchell J. "Mitch" Langberg's law practice is located in Alexandria, Virginia. The firm is Clare Locke LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Mitchell J. "Mitch" Langberg handle?
Mitchell J. "Mitch" Langberg focuses on civil rights, entertainment. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Virginia.
Where did Mitchell J. "Mitch" Langberg go to law school?
Mitchell J. "Mitch" Langberg earned their education at (J.D., 1994).
How can I contact Mitchell J. "Mitch" Langberg for a consultation?
You can contact Mitchell J. "Mitch" Langberg 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 Mitchell J. "Mitch" Langberg received?
Mitchell J. "Mitch" Langberg's notable recognition includes: Best Lawyers in America — First Amendment Law; Best Lawyers in America — Media Law; Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice:; Best Lawyers in America — Commercial Litigation; Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - First Amendment.

Education

J.D.
University of Southern California
- 1994

Awards

Best Lawyers in America — First Amendment Law
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Media Law
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice:
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Commercial Litigation
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - First Amendment
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Trademark Law
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Special Focus:
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — COVID-19
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Awards:
- 2026
Lawyer of the Year — First Amendment Law (Las Vegas)
- 2024
Lawyer of the Year — First Amendment Law (Las Vegas)
- 2022

Bar Admissions

California, The State Bar of California
Nevada, State Bar of Nevada

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