Adam Carson Volentine, Employment Attorney in Reston, Virginia
Over 34 years of legal practice · focused on Employment, Litigation, and Patent
MemberatVolentine & Whitt, PLLC
Reston, VA
Practicing employment in Reston since 1992.
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Adam Carson Volentine is a member based in Reston, VA. The practice focuses on Employment, Litigation, and Patent. Adam has over 34 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Volentine & Whitt, PLLC.
- Based in
- Reston, VA
- Experience
- over 34 years
- Known for
- Employment · Litigation · Patent
- Handles Employment, Litigation, and Patent matters from Reston, VA.
- Over 34 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About Adam Carson Volentine: Adam Carson Volentine is a member based in Reston, VA. The practice focuses on Employment, Litigation, and Patent. Adam has over 34 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Volentine & Whitt, PLLC.
Areas of practice
Legal matters Adam takes on
Adam concentrates on employment, litigation, patent, and trademark. Each area below outlines the kind of case Adam handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Employment
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Litigation
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Patent
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Employment cases in Reston, Virginia
Adam takes employment matters in Reston, Virginia. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Adam agrees to represent you.
Litigation cases in Reston, Virginia
Adam takes litigation matters in Reston, Virginia. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Adam agrees to represent you.
Patent cases in Reston, Virginia
Adam takes patent matters in Reston, Virginia. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Adam agrees to represent you.
Trademark cases in Reston, Virginia
Adam takes trademark matters in Reston, Virginia. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Adam agrees to represent you.
Biography
Meet Adam Carson Volentine — employment lawyer in Reston
Adam Carson Volentine is a member based in Reston, VA. The practice focuses on Employment, Litigation, and Patent. Adam has over 34 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Volentine & Whitt, PLLC.
Mr. Adam Carson Volentine is a lawyer practicing computer and software patents, electronic patents, electrical patents and 3 other areas of law. Adam received a B.S.E.E. degree from Carnegie Mellon University in 1983, and has been licensed for 34 years. Adam practices at Volentine & Whitt, PLLC in Reston, VA.
Working with Adam on a employment matter
Mr. Adam Carson Volentine is a lawyer practicing computer and software patents, electronic patents, electrical patents and 3 other areas of law. Adam received a B.S.E.E. degree from Carnegie Mellon University in 1983, and has been licensed for 34 years. Adam practices at Volentine & Whitt, PLLC in Reston, VA.
Clients Adam works with
Adam reviews new inquiries case-by-case for employment, litigation, and patent matters in Reston and the surrounding Virginia area.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
George Mason University School of Law
J.D. · 1992
Carnegie Mellon University
B.S.E.E. · 1983
Jurisdictions
Adam's state bar admissions
District of Columbia
1994 · ACTIVE
U.S. Court of Appeal
1992 · ACTIVE
Virginia registered
1992 · ACTIVE
Adam studied at J.D. in George Mason University School of Law and B.S.E.E. in Carnegie Mellon University.
Law school and academic background
Adam completed J.D. in George Mason University School of Law and B.S.E.E. in Carnegie Mellon University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Adam runs in Virginia is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Affiliations
Adam's professional memberships and bar associations
American Bar Association American Intellectual Property Law Association
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Locations
Adam Carson Volentine's office in Reston
Adam's primary office is at One Freedom Sq., 11951 Freedom Dr., Ste. 1260, Reston, VA, 20190. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Volentine & Whitt, PLLC
One Freedom Sq., 11951 Freedom Dr., Ste. 1260
Reston, VA 20190
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How to hire Adam Carson Volentine — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new employment attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Adam usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Adam charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Adam's office.
What to bring to your first meeting
Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; Adam will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a employment attorney in Reston, Virginia
A short list to run through before you commit: How many employment matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?
Fees & payment
Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for Adam
Adam discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in employment practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every employment matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. Adam confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Adam's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many employment practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Adam Carson Volentine
How much does it cost to hire Adam for a employment case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Adam walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Adam offer a free consultation?
Adam charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Adam's office. Some employment attorneys offer free consults — check Adam's current terms during booking.
How long do employment cases in Virginia typically take?
Simple employment matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. Adam gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Adam take my case if I'm outside Reston?
Adam is licensed in Virginia. Matters governed by Virginia law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Adam will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.
What should I bring to my first meeting with Adam?
Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. Adam will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Adam accepting new employment clients right now?
Adam's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
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