Atty. William Patrick Flanagan
Mr. William Patrick Flanagan is a lawyer practicing employment, litigation, arbitration and employment, energy and 6 other areas of law.
Employment & More Attorney · Serving McLean, VA · 38+ Years Experience
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About William Patrick Flanagan at a Glance
William Patrick Flanagan is a Partner based in McLean, Virginia, practicing at Hogan Lovells US LLP. They have 38+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1988. Their practice focuses on employment, class action, wage & hour, trade secrets, and education. Admitted to practice in Virginia (1988) and District of Columbia U.S. Court of Appeals, District of Columbia Circuit U.S. Court of Appeals, Four (1989). Educated at George Washington University Law School (J.D., 1988) and University of Detroit (A.B., 1980). Recognitions include CV Notable. Active member of The District of Columbia Bar Virginia State Bar. Serves clients in McLean, VA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About William Patrick Flanagan
- Mr. William Patrick Flanagan is a lawyer practicing employment, litigation, arbitration and employment, energy and 6 other areas of law
- William received a A.B. degree from University of Detroit in 1980, and has been licensed for 38 years
- William practices at Hogan Lovells US LLP in McLean, VA
Practice Areas Explained
William Patrick Flanagan's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases William Patrick Flanagan handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in McLean.
Employment Law in McLean
Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.
William Patrick Flanagan is one of 167,770 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in Virginia →
Class Action in McLean
William Patrick Flanagan is one of 26,226 class action attorneys indexed nationally. Browse class action attorneys in Virginia →
Wage & Hour Disputes in McLean
William Patrick Flanagan is one of 4,887 wage & hour attorneys indexed nationally. Browse wage & hour attorneys in Virginia →
Trade Secrets in McLean
William Patrick Flanagan is one of 6,604 trade secrets attorneys indexed nationally. Browse trade secrets attorneys in Virginia →
Education Law in McLean
Education attorneys for special education (IEP), school discipline, Title IX, and student rights.
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in McLean
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 McLean 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.
McLean Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a McLean-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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Professional Profile
Why Clients in McLean Choose William Patrick Flanagan
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 William Patrick Flanagan's practice in the field of employment, class action, wage & hour, trade secrets, and education.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
William Patrick Flanagan brings 38+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in Virginia and District of Columbia U.S. Court of Appeals, District of Columbia Circuit U.S. Court of Appeals, Four, William Patrick Flanagan can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering employment, class action, and wage & hour, William Patrick Flanagan can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in McLean
A McLean-based practice means William Patrick Flanagan attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
Case Types
Common Legal Issues William Patrick Flanagan Handles in McLean
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