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Kathryn Megan Lipp

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I am an employment and labor law attorney, representing companies, employees and executives in litigation and personnel matters. I have a general background in education, technology, construction, and government contracts matters.

A large part of my litigation practice pertains to post-employment litigation, both raising and defending claims involving fraud, non-compete and non-solicitation agreements, misappropriation of trade secrets, breach of contract, breach of fiduciary duty, leaked confidential information, defamation, and civil conspiracy. I also regularly negotiate agreements outside of the courtroom, including agreements pertaining to terminations, severance pay and commercial leases.

I regularly advise and train companies on best practices in the workplace, on topics such as workplace investigations, sexual harassment, the joint employer doctrine, terminations, ADA accommodations, and job applications. 

I also have experience advising and litigating labor union matters, including employee termination grievances in arbitration, and negotiating collective bargaining agreements.

Practice areas

LitigationEmployment and labor
  1. Employment and labor: 80%

  2. Litigation: 20%

Languages spoken

English

Contact

4000 Legato Road
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The Lipp Law Firm, PC

4000 Legato Road
Suite 1100
Fairfax, VA, 22033-2893

The Lipp Law Firm, PC

1725 I Street NW
Suite 300
Washington, DC, 20006

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License
StateStatusAcquiredUpdated
DCActive 201110/14/2017
VAAuthorized to Practice Law201002/13/2017
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Awards
Award nameGrantorDate granted
Rising StarSuper Lawyers2019
Up and ComingVirginia Lawyers Weekly2018
Legal EliteVirginia Business Magazine2012
Work Experience
TitleCompany nameDuration
PartnerBerenzweig Leonard2018 - Present
Senior Associate AttorneyBerenzweig Leonard2014 - 2017
Associate AttorneyBerenzweig Leonard2011 - 2014
Associate AttorneySeeger, Faughnan, Mendicino, PLLC2010 - 2011
Law ClerkSeeger, Faughnan, Mendicino, PLLC2010 - 2010
Law ClerkU.S. Coast Guard2009 - 2010
Law ClerkU.S. Department of Veterans Affairs2009 - 2009
Law ClerkAlbo & Oblon, LLP2009 - 2009
Paralegal SpecialistU.S. Army2008 - 2009
Law ClerkCooch & Lapham, PLLC2006 - 2007
Associations
Association namePosition nameDuration
Professional Services Council, Labor and HR CommitteeChair2017 - Present
George Mason American Inn of CourtBarrister Member2017 - Present
Fairfax Bar Association, Employment Law SectionMember2015 - Present
Legal Services of Northern Virginia, Employment Law Pro Bono VolunteerPro Bono Volunteer2014 - Present
Publications
Publication nameTitleDate
Bloomberg GovernmentGovernment Shutdown Appeal Win Is Cold Comfort to Contractors2018
Virginia Lawyer's WeeklyWhen Does Ex-Employee’s Use of LinkedIn Violate a Non-Solicitation Agreement2017
The Newsletter of the Construction Law Committee, Volume 19 Issue 3Joint Employer Doctrine Could Spell More Litigation Trouble for Construction Companies2015
Education
School nameDegreeGraduated
George Mason University School of LawJD - Juris Doctor2010
James Madison UniversityBS - Bachelor of Science2006
Speaking Engagements
Conference nameTitleDate
National Business Institute (NBI) Telephone PresentationInternal Workplace Investigations2018
Joined at the Hip? A Primer on the Joint Employment DoctrineJoint Employment Doctrine Primer2018
39th FCMS Arbitration SymposiumDrug Testing in the Age of Legalized Marijuana2018
What Does “Hire American” Mean for Government ContractorsHire American Mandate Under the Trump Administration2017
Professional Services Council (PSC) Human Resources and Labor Policy CommitteeMarijuana Use Presents Conflicts for Government Contractors2017
Human Resource Law: What You Need to Know NowWorkplace Behavior and Privacy Issues2017
Labor Trends Impacting Employment PractitionersLabor Trends in Employment Law2016
Construction Contract WorkshopExamining Legal Issues and Contract Disputes2015
Association of Bridal Consultants Business SeminarContract Drafting and Online Defamation2013
Legal cases
Case nameOutcome
Seneca One Finance, Inc. et al. v. CannellDismissal with prejudice of 4 out of 7 counts against employee client in action involving claims of constructive fraud and misappropriation of trade secrets.
Seneca One Finance, Inc. v. BloshukDismissal of all counts against management-level client in action involving overbroad non-compete and non-solicitation provisions.
SunTrust Bank v. Advanced Business Concepts, Inc. et al., CL2016-07288 (Fairfax Circuit Court, July 1, 2016).Dismissal on behalf of Defendant

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I worked with Ms. Lipp on a tricky employment case with a big organization. She was easy to reach, calm and positive. She kept me focused on the big picture and was extremely knowledgeable about all my legal options. Without her support in this issue, I would've felt panicked and lost. With her guidance, I was able to see a light at the end of the tunnel.
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Employment Separation Document

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Ms. Lipp thoroughly and thoughtfully reviewed an employment separation document. She provided timely and useful recommendations and options. I was able to obtain more detailed information from my former employer as well as some revisions to the final document.
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Richard Volin, Litigation Attorney on Sep 25, 2019
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

Katie offers smart and practical employment advice. She can be a huge asset on a variety of critical management and employee-side issues.

Paul Abraham, Estate planning Attorney on Jul 29, 2019
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

Katie is an excellent attorney who works hard for her clients. I don't hesitate to refer clients to her, as I will know that they will be in good hands. She has my trust and high recommendation.

Samantha Collins, Litigation Attorney on Mar 12, 2018
Relationship: Co-worker

I have known Katie since 2013. She is an outstanding lawyer, coworker, and mentor. She goes above and beyond in each case that she works on and views her cases through a creative lens. Katie zealously advocates for her clients, and is well respected in the legal community. I highly recommend Katie's legal services.

Declan Leonard, Business Attorney on Mar 10, 2018
Relationship: Worked together on matter

I have litigated several cases with Katie, and she is both aggressive and thorough in her approach to winning a case.

Kevin Jaros, Business Attorney on Feb 2, 2018
Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

Katie was opposing counsel in a couple of matters I was previously involved in. She is a knowledgeable and fierce advocate for her clients, and I would not hesitate to recommend her services.

Ryen Rasmus, Business Attorney on Jan 23, 2018
Relationship: Co-worker

I have worked with Katie for five years, and found her to be one of the most creative, zealous, and compassionate lawyers in her field. If I found myself in the market for a litigator, I'd definitely want Katie in my corner.