$ 350-475 per hour
I joined Dunlap Bennett & Ludwig’s litigation practice group in 2009. Immediately before joining DBL, I was in private litigation practice in Washington, DC. I have litigated a variety of complex matters in the state and federal courts of Virginia, Washington, DC, and West Virginia, including commercial disputes, employment disputes, trade secrets cases, construction cases, medical malpractice cases, and professional architectural and engineering malpractice cases.
From 2001 – 2005, I served in the United States Army Judge Advocate General’s Corps. I was recognized as Honor Graduate of the 155th Officer Basic Course of United States Army Judge Advocate General’s School located at the University of Virginia. Subsequently, I served as a military prosecutor at Fort Belvoir, Virginia, and also as a Special Assistant United States Attorney for the Eastern District of Virginia, Alexandria Division. After concluding my service as a military prosecutor, I served as a military defense attorney at Fort Benning, Georgia. While a member of the United States Army Judge Advocate General’s Corps, I was lead trial counsel in numerous courts-martial tried before military judges and juries at various military installations including Fort Belvoir, Virginia, Fort Benning, Georgia, Fort Rucker, Alabama, Redstone Arsenal, Alabama, and Guantanamo Bay, Cuba.
I earned a Bachelor of Arts degree, magna cum laude, from West Virginia University in 1996. I was also initiated into the University’s Phi Beta Kappa chapter. I earned my Juris Doctor degree from Washington and Lee University School of Law in 1999. During law school, I was selected to represent Washington and Lee University as a member of its Jessup International Moot Court Team.
I am admitted to the State and Federal Courts of Virginia, the District of Columbia, and West Virginia. I am also admitted to the United States Court of Appeals for the Fourth Circuit.
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Acquired: 2005
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State: District of Columbia
Acquired: 2002
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State: West Virginia
Acquired: 1999
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"Ellis Bennett is a true lawyer's lawyer, both capable and versatile in his ability to handle nearly any matter presented to him."
"Ellis is an extremely knowledgeable and dedicated lawyer whose expertise and attention to detail set him apart, particularly in the area of civil litigation. I had the privilege of working for Ellis years ago and fully endorse him as an attorney. He is truly focused on producing favorable results for his clients."
"I've worked with Ellis on numerous cases, from small settlement negotiations to complex multimillion dollar corporate lawsuits. As a former member of the elite Judge Advocate General's Corps, as well as a former federal prosecutor, he exhibits strength and professionalism when dealing with opposing counsel, while maintaining a resoluteness and calm under pressure that his clients find reassuring. Although his background and security clearance make Ellis uniquely positioned to represent individuals and companies facing a government contracting suspension or debarment, a security clearance revocation, or a white collar criminal investigation, he is also experienced in general commercial and contracting disputes, employment and non-competition disputes, and complex construction disputes. However, despite this breadth of expertise, he manages to approach every client and every client matter--regardless of how large or small--with his full an undivided attention. Highly recommended."
"I endorse this lawyer. I have worked on various matters with Ellis, and he is an effective and highly capable attorney."
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"Ellis Bennett is a very hard-working and affable attorney who presents very well in court and gets great results for his clients. I highly recommend him."
"I’ve worked with Ellis on several cases. Ellis is a terrific attorney with an excellent grasp of litigation. I was impressed with Ellis' legal skill, diligence, drive and personal code of ethics. I would not hesitate to recommend Ellis to anyone looking for a smart, energetic and extremely competent attorney."
"I endorse Ellis completely and without hesitation. I have worked with Ellis on numerous litigation matters and he proceeds with every matter in a diligent, ethical, and thorough manner."
"I wholeheartedly endorse this attorney. Ellis is a highly experienced, skilled, and talented lawyer. He has extensive experience in all aspects of litigation and has successfully litigated a variety of complex matters, including commercial disputes, employment disputes, trade secret cases, medical malpractice actions, construction cases, and professional architectural and engineering malpractice cases."
"Ellis' experience is essential in Government clearances, white collar and internal investigations and host of other government contracts related issues. First as a Judge Advocate and second as a Federal prosecutor in Virginia, followed by almost a decade of additional private practice, Ellis has the intelligence and fortitude to bring clients positive results. Five stars."
"I endorse this lawyer. Ellis is a phenomenal litigator, and does a great job of keeping his clients' needs in perspective while simultaneously working towards an efficient resolution of their matters."
"I endorse this lawyer. He does fantastic work, is extremely talented and is one of the most ethical attorneys I have ever had the pleasure of working with."
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Best Law Firm in Northern Virginia (DunlapWeaver PLLC), Virginia Living Magazine
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Meritorious Service Medal, United States Army
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Army Commendation Medal, United States Army
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Army Achievement Medal, United States Army
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Honor Graduate, 155th JAG Corps OBC, United States Army
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2005 - 2006
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Trial with judgment for client in amount of $222,400.00
Dismissal in favor of client upon jurisdictional grounds
Judgment for the Plaintiffs of $188,840.69 in costs and attorneys’ fees under Virginia Code § 55-515(A)
Motion to Dismiss granted in favor of client
Dismissal in favor of client
Entry of default vacated in favor of client, remanded to circuit court
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