Susanna Joseph

Susanna Joseph

also known as Counsel Joseph, Susanna Joseph Attorney At Law

5.0
Rating: 8.0

Licensed for 14 years

Corporate and incorporation Lawyer at Dulles, VA
Practice Areas: Corporate & Incorporation, Business, Antitrust & Trade Law ... +15 more

44715 Prentice Dr #366, Dulles, VA

About Susanna

Biography

Practice Areas

18

Practice Areas

Corporate and Incorporation 11%

Corporate, aviation, and business law. Represented over 80 IT and biotech companies. Expert in drafting and negotiating complex commercial agreements, managing cross-border transactions, and navigating federal regulatory compliance.

11%
Antitrust and Trade Law 10%

Experience with regulations governing businesses to gain a competitive edge, regarding Antitrust laws that prohibit one company from controlling or monopolizing the market for goods or services, and unfair competition.

10%
Business 10%

Business attorney - experience in IT, Biotechnology, Aviation and Transportation, Engineering and Defense Technology industries, government contracting.

10%
Aviation 8%

Aviation regulations compliance, FAA regulatory review, aircraft product development and manufacturing legal compliance review, aircraft sales legal management, aircraft certification, aircraft lease and sales agreements, maintenance and warranty.

8%
Communications and Media 5%

Defamation and Reputation Management (State & Federal): Litigating or defending against libel, slander, and defamation claims. Advertising and FTC Compliance (Federal): Advising PR agencies, digital publishers, and brands on Federal Trade Commission.

5%
Intellectual Property 5%

Trademarks, Copyrights (Music, Art & Media), Right of Publicity (Likeness), IP Litigation, Trade Secrets.

5%
Litigation 5%

Litigation, negotiation, and pre-litigation case evaluation. Demonstrated expertise in managing diverse legal matters including personal injury, workers' compensation, and complex commercial claims.

5%
Mergers and Acquisitions 5%

Mergers, Acquisitions and Divestitures

5%
Probate 5%

Wills and Probate

5%
Tax 5%

Taxation

5%
Trusts 5%

Trusts and Estates

5%
Immigration 4%

Family-based petitions, adjustment of status, consular processing, and specialized humanitarian immigration pathways including VAWA self-petitions.

4%
Family 1%

Providing comprehensive family law representation for divorce, separation agreements, and asset division. I offer skilled advocacy in child custody, spousal support, post-divorce litigation, and domestic abuse cases.

1%
Personal Injury 1%

Managing diverse legal matters including personal injury, workers' compensation. Known for meticulous case management, proactive client advocacy, and strategic settlement negotiations, ensuring ethical and effective resolution for clients.

1%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 30 minutes

Hourly Rates

$ 200-550 per hour

Contingency

33%-40%

Retainer

Sometimes


Payment Methods

  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Virginia for 14 years

State: Virginia

Acquired: 2012

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Location

Counsel Joseph PLLC

44715 Prentice Dr #366, Dulles, VA, 20101

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Posted by anonymous | October 10, 2026 | Hired Attorney

An Exceptional Legal Partner for Early-Stage Growth

Working with Susanna Joseph has been an absolute game-changer for our startup. As first-time founders, navigating corporate formation, structuring bylaws, and drafting air-tight founder and investor agreements felt daunting. Susanna brought clarity, incredible attention to detail, and a deep understa...nding of corporate law to every stage of the process. She didn't just draft our incorporation documents and equity agreements; she took the time to ensure our ownership team fully understood our rights, obligations, and long-term governance structures. Her strategic advice during our investor negotiations gave us immense confidence and protected our company's foundation from day one. Responsive, highly professional, and pragmatic, Susanna is the exact legal partner every growing startup needs in its corner. We couldn't recommend her services more highly.

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Experience

Rating:  8.0 (Excellent)

Honors

2009

International Trade Conference Transatlantic Speaker, University of Reformed Church, Faculty of Law

Work Experience

2012 - Present

Managing Attorney, Law Office / Counsel Joseph PLLC

Associations

Federal Bar Association

Virginia State Bar

Animal Legal Defense Fund

Education

2011

George Washington University National Law Center

LL.M - Master of Laws

2010

George Mason University

BA - Bachelor of Arts

N/A

University of Pecs, Faculty of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

Publications

Languages

English

Hungarian

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