Douglas E Bywater

Douglas E Bywater

1.0
Rating: 8.7

Licensed for 54 years

Litigation Lawyer at Vienna, VA
Practice Areas: Litigation, Medical Malpractice, Divorce & Separation, Car Accidents

2740 Chain Bridge Rd, Vienna, VA

About Douglas

Fees and Rates

Cost

Contingency

33%-40%


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Virginia for 54 years

State: Virginia

Acquired: 1971

Active

No misconduct found

Licensed in District of Columbia for 54 years

State: District of Columbia

Acquired: 1971

Retired

No misconduct found

Location

Tate Bywater fuller Mickelsen & Tull

2740 Chain Bridge Rd, Vienna, VA, 22181-5378

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Douglas E Bywater's Reviews

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1 Client Review

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Posted by anonymous | December 30, 2018 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

not a good lawyer

He represented me years ago for a domestic case. It was simple and clear and could easily be dismissed. There was no injury and the other party did not cooperate since he knew he was guilty. but Mr. Bywater lost the case !

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Douglas E Bywater's Lawyer Endorsements

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Nader Hasan

Litigation lawyer | Jan 07

Relationship: Co-worker

"I endorse this lawyer. I am honored to work with this "legend" of a trial attorney. With over 40 years of experience, Doug is very knowledgeable on the law and finds comfort in a courtroom. Combined with his charm and kindness, Doug can get his clients amazing results without having to go to trial. ."

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Travis Tull

Litigation lawyer | Jan 06

Relationship: Co-worker

"Doug has the ability and experience any client would be happy to have on their side. A thoughtful and extremely effective advocate."

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Christopher Hatch

Litigation lawyer | Jul 14

Relationship: Co-worker

"Doug is one of the most experienced and well-respected litigators in Northern Virginia. His breadth of knowledge is exceptional. I highly endorse this attorney."

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Paul Mickelsen

Litigation lawyer | Jun 18

Relationship: Co-worker

"Doug Bywater has handled almost every type of case imaginable. His breadth of experience and creative thinking make him an exceptional lawyer. He has a great reputation in the legal community and has been a great resource to clients and lawyers alike for over 40 years. I highly endorse this lawyer."

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Nader Hasan

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Gary Fuller

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Christopher Hatch

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James Tate

White collar crime lawyer

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Paul Mickelsen

Criminal defense lawyer

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Travis Tull

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Experience

Rating:  8.7 (Excellent)

Honors

2015

AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2014

AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2013

AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2012

AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2011

AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2010

AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2009

AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2008

AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2007

AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2006

AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2005

AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

Work Experience

1972 - Present

Partner, Tate Bywater Fuller Mickelsen & Tull

Associations

2007 - Present

United States Court of Appeals For the Ninth Circuit

Member

1974 - Present

United States Supreme Court Bar

Member

1973 - Present

United States Court of Appeals for the Fourth Circuit

Member

1972 - Present

Fairfax Bar Association

1972 - Present

Virginia State Bar

Member

1972 - Present

District of Columbia Bar

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

Federal Ins. Co. v. Smith

ruling in favor of plaintiff

McCargo v. Hedrick

In favor of Plaintiff

US v. Lansdown

Case dismissed against Defendant

Winn v, Aleda Construction Co., Inc.

Overruled Circuit Court in favor of Plaintiff

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Education

N/A

George Washington University National Law Center

JD - Juris Doctor

N/A

University of Utah

BS - Bachelor of Science

Speaking Engagements

2014

law Student Association

legal practice

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