Atty. Sally A. Hostetler

Atty. Sally A. Hostetler

Sally is the consummate trial attorney. Whether she is working to resolve shareholder disputes or litigating everything from breach of contract claims to complex construction cases, this much is clear: she regularly and willingly goes to trial in zealous defense of her clients.

Reston Reston 44 yrs experience 44 year
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About Sally A. Hostetler at a glance

Sally A. Hostetler is a Shareholder based in Reston, Virginia, practicing at Odin, Feldman & Pittleman, P.C.. They have 44+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1982. Their practice focuses on business, construction, litigation, and government. Admitted to practice in Virginia (1982) and U.S. District Court, Western District of Virginia U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Virginia (1983). Educated at George Washington University (J.D., 1982) and Anderson University (B.A., 1979). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Fairfax Bar Association Virginia Bar Association Virginia State Bar Association, Construction Law & Public Contracts and Litigation Section National Association of Clean Water Agencies. Serands clients in Reston, VA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Sally is the consummate trial attorney
  • Whether she is working to resolve shareholder disputes or litigating everything from breach of contract claims to complex construction cases, this much is clear: she regularly and willingly goes to trial in zealous defense of her clients
  • Well before those cases see the courtroom, though, Sally takes a collaborative approach to resolving the client’s litigation demands, assembling a team of legal professionals to find the most efficient and effective path forward
  • She is well versed in federal, state and multi‐ jurisdictional disputes and counts public and private entities among her clients
  • Sally, who leads the firm’s Litigation Practice Group, focuses on trials, appeals, and arbitration, and has served as a court‐appointed arbitrator in federal securities cases
  • Her commercial litigation experience includes construction disputes, business controversies, and securities claims
  • She also handles the funding and formation of start‐up companies and litigates minority shareholder disputes, bankruptcy non‐dischargeability matters, contract claims, antitrust claims, partnership issues, trade secret matters, land use and condemnation matters, employment and compensation disputes, as well as numerous cases involving fraud, breach of fiduciary duty, and other business tort allegations
  • Sally also has represented local governments and is general counsel to a regional utility handling its litigation as well as contracts, construction and land use issues, and regulatory compliance and bonds issues
  • She has received an AV rating, the highest rating given by Martindale‐Hubbell® Peer Review Ratings™, for her legal ability and general ethical standards
  • She has also been named one of Virginia’s “Legal Elite” by Virginia Business magazine seven times

Practice Areas Explained

Sally A. Hostetler's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Sally A. Hostetler handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

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Construction Law

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Civil Litigation

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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 Sally A. Hostetler

Where is Sally A. Hostetler's law office located?
Sally A. Hostetler's law practice is located in Reston, Virginia. The firm is Odin, Feldman & Pittleman, P.C.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Sally A. Hostetler handle?
Sally A. Hostetler focuses on business, construction, litigation, government. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Virginia.
How long has Sally A. Hostetler practiced law?
Sally A. Hostetler has 44+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1982.
Where did Sally A. Hostetler go to law school?
Sally A. Hostetler earned their education at (J.D., 1982); (B.A., 1979).
How can I contact Sally A. Hostetler for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Sally A. Hostetler received?
Sally A. Hostetler's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
George Washington University
- 1982
B.A.
Anderson University
- 1979

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Virginia
Admitted: 1982
U.S. District Court, Western District of Virginia U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Virginia
Admitted: 1983

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