Atty. Teresa Burke Wright

Atty. Teresa Burke Wright

Teresa Burke Wright is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Employment Law - Management and Litigation - Labor and Employment. Teresa Burke, who practices law in Reston, Virginia, has been recognized since 2018.

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Profile Summary

About Teresa Burke Wright at a glance

Teresa Burke Wright is a employment and litigation attorney based in Reston, Virginia, practicing at Jackson Lewis PC. Educated at Harvard University (J.D., 1989). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Employment Law - Management (2026), Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Labor and Employment (2026), and Best Lawyers in America — Special Focus: (2026). Serands clients in Reston, VA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Teresa Burke Wright is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Employment Law - Management and Litigation - Labor and Employment
  • Teresa Burke, who practices law in Reston, Virginia, has been recognized since 2018
  • This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Teresa Burke is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area

Practice Areas Explained

Teresa Burke Wright's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Teresa Burke Wright 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.

Teresa Burke Wright is one of 169,120 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in Virginia →

Civil Litigation

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

Teresa Burke Wright is one of 454,532 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation 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 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 Teresa Burke Wright

Where is Teresa Burke Wright's law office located?
Teresa Burke Wright's law practice is located in Reston, Virginia. The firm is Jackson Lewis PC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Teresa Burke Wright handle?
Teresa Burke Wright focuses on employment, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Virginia.
Where did Teresa Burke Wright go to law school?
Teresa Burke Wright earned their education at (J.D., 1989).
How can I contact Teresa Burke Wright for a consultation?
You can contact Teresa Burke Wright 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 Teresa Burke Wright received?
Teresa Burke Wright's notable recognition includes: Best Lawyers in America — Employment Law - Management; Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Labor and Employment; Best Lawyers in America — Special Focus:; Best Lawyers in America — COVID-19.

Education

J.D.
Harvard University
- 1989

Awards

Best Lawyers in America — Employment Law - Management
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Labor and Employment
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Special Focus:
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — COVID-19
- 2026

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