White Collar and college student defense attorney and founding member of Wu, Grohovsky & Whipple, a Washington., D.C.-based boutique law firm. Over 10 years of experience as a federal prosecutor in the Washington, D.C. gives me the understanding and skills necessary to take on cases involving colleges students accused of university conduct code violations and criminal charges such as drug possession, alcohol violations, assault, and sexual assault as well as university academic honor code violations such as cheating and plagiarism.
In addition to my experience as a federal prosecutor, I also served as Counsel to Attorney General Janet Reno. During that time, I also served as a liaison to the FBI, DEA, and National Institute of Justice, among others. Utilizing this background, I also represent high profile clients in white collar criminal matters.
Currently, I contribute insights and commentary on current events as a CNN Legal Analyst.
Practice areas
Attorney Wu has been the premier criminal defense attorney in D.C. since 1990. If you've been accused of a crime, especially a violent or sex crime, you'll need a knowledgeable lawyer. Call Attorney Wu immediately for a consultation.
Attorney Wu is thoroughly knowledgeable about education law. As a founding member of D.C. Student Defense, he is ready to help defend you against criminal and disciplinary violations. Call Attorney Wu today for a case evaluation.
The Law Office of Wu, Grohovsky & Whipple, P.L.L.C. is supremely capable of handling your white collar crime matters. If you've been accused of a white collar crime, call now.
If you've been accused of a sex crime, you will want an aggressive and knowledgeable advocate defending you. This may be the most stressful time of your life and you'll want Attorney Wu by your side. Call now.
Languages spoken
English, Mandarin
State | Status | Acquired | Updated |
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DC | Good Standing | 1990 | 06/08/2022 |
CT | Administrative Suspension | 1988 | 07/16/2022 |
Award name | Grantor | Date Granted |
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Super Lawyer | Super Lawyers | 2016 |
Super Lawyer | Super Lawyers | 2014 |
Super Lawyer | Super Lawyers | 2013 |
Super Lawyer | Super Lawyers | 2012 |
Title | Company name | Duration |
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Partner | Wu, Grohovsky & Whipple | 2010 - Present |
Professor | Georgetown Univ. Law Center | 2014 - 2016 |
Partner | Wheat Wu PLLC | 2007 - 2010 |
Councel to U.S. Attorney | Us Dept Of Justice | 1999 - 2000 |
Assistant U.S. Attorney | Us Dept Of Justice | 1990 - 2001 |
judicial clerk | Us Court Of Appeals, Fifth Circuit | 1989 - 1990 |
Judicial clerk | U.S. District Court of Northern Texas | 1988 - 1989 |
Association name | Position name | Duration |
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Assistant United States Attorneys Association of the District of Columbia | Board Member | 2013 - Present |
Asian Pacific American Bar Association | Past President | N/A |
D.C. Bar Association’s Board of Professional Responsibility | Hearing Committee | N/A |
Publication name | Title | Date |
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The Huffington Post | Over the Rainbow: The Beating Aboard United Flight 3411 | 2017 |
The Washington Post | Improve the system by properly enforcing Title IX | 2017 |
The Huffington Post | 3 Questions to Ask if Your Student Gets in Trouble at College | 2016 |
The Huffington Post | Parenting a College Student: Lessons From Mencius’ Mom | 2016 |
Independent Journal Review | I Jailed A Serial Rapist For Life: Why I Believe Brock Turner Deserves A Harsher Sentence | 2016 |
School name | Degree | Graduated |
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Georgetown College | JD - Juris Doctor | 1987 |
Sarah Lawrence College | M.F.A. Fine Arts | 1984 |
Vassar College | A.B. English | 1980 |
Conference name | Title | Date |
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District of Connecticut Bench-Bar Conference | Campus Sexual Assault Investigations | 2016 |
Case name | Outcome |
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Possession with Intent to Distribute Cocaine | Student Conduct Code Violation | Found Not in Violation |
Sexual Assault | Student Conduct Code Violation | Found not in violation |
Cheating on an exam | Academic Honor Code Violation | found not in violation |
Posted by Ashley
September 20, 2016
Jonathan Cook, Education Attorney on Dec 9, 2016
Relationship: Worked together on matter
Shan Wu is the premier college student defense lawyer in the country. He started doing college student disciplinary cases long before everyone else and has a particular expertise in campus sexual assaults since he used to prosecute sex crimes for the U.S. Department of Justice. Students facing both university discipline charges and criminal cases usually cannot find one attorney who has the experience and skills to handle simultaneous criminal charges and university charges but Shan can handle both. He’s the best choice for college student defense.
Julie Grohovsky, Education Attorney on Oct 25, 2016
Relationship: Worked together on matter
Shan is a tenacious and highly skilled courtroom lawyer who is equally at home before judges, juries and university administrators. His clients really benefit from his experience as a federal prosecutor. He is extremely familiar with the D.C. local and federal courts and can help any client navigate the criminal justice system.
Peter Zeidenberg, White collar crime Attorney on Sep 19, 2016
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Shan is an experienced and extremely effective advocate particularly effective and able attorney, with a specialty in representing college students with on-campus related criminal issues. His firm is nimble and very competitively priced.
Joseph Scrofano, Education Attorney on Sep 19, 2016
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Shan Wu is a phenomenal advocate with tremendous experience in student defense and criminal defense. I have referred him several matters and without reservation endorse him. If you or someone you know is charged with a crime or facing student disciplinary proceedings, I would absolutely contact Shan Wu.
Kurt Wimmer, Litigation Attorney on Sep 19, 2016
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Shan is a terrific litigator. He is tough when the situation demands it, but always thoughtful and creative in seeking the right solutions for clients. I have been impressed with his results, and look forward to being able to work with him again in the future.