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David Stuart Cole, Business Attorney in Tysons, Virginia

Over 31 years of legal practice · focused on Business, Energy, and General

PartneratHolland & Knight LLP

Tysons, VA

Practicing business in Tysons since 1995.

31+
Years practicing
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David Stuart Cole is a partner based in Tysons, VA. The practice focuses on Business, Energy, and General. David has over 31 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Holland & Knight LLP.

Based in
Tysons, VA
Experience
over 31 years
Known for
Business · Energy · General
  • Handles Business, Energy, and General matters from Tysons, VA.
  • Over 31 years of practice as a licensed attorney.

About David Stuart Cole: David Stuart Cole is a partner based in Tysons, VA. The practice focuses on Business, Energy, and General. David has over 31 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Holland & Knight LLP.

Areas of practice

Practice areas handled by David Stuart Cole

David concentrates on business, energy, general, international, and m&a. Each area below outlines the kind of case David handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

Business cases in Tysons, Virginia

David takes business matters in Tysons, 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 David agrees to represent you.

Energy cases in Tysons, Virginia

David takes energy matters in Tysons, 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 David agrees to represent you.

General cases in Tysons, Virginia

David takes general matters in Tysons, 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 David agrees to represent you.

International cases in Tysons, Virginia

David takes international matters in Tysons, 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 David agrees to represent you.

M&A cases in Tysons, Virginia

David takes m&a matters in Tysons, 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 David agrees to represent you.

Biography

About David Stuart Cole — Over 31 years of Virginia business experience

David Stuart Cole is a partner based in Tysons, VA. The practice focuses on Business, Energy, and General. David has over 31 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Holland & Knight LLP.

David Stuart Cole is a lawyer practicing securities offerings, loans/credit facilities, corporate and 7 other areas of law. David received a B.A. degree from University of Rochester in 1990, and has been licensed for 31 years. David practices at Holland & Knight LLP in Tysons, VA.

David's approach to business cases

David Stuart Cole is a lawyer practicing securities offerings, loans/credit facilities, corporate and 7 other areas of law. David received a B.A. degree from University of Rochester in 1990, and has been licensed for 31 years. David practices at Holland & Knight LLP in Tysons, VA.

Clients David works with

David reviews new inquiries case-by-case for business, energy, and general matters in Tysons and the surrounding Virginia area.

Credentials

David Stuart Cole's legal education and bar admissions

  • George Washington University Law School

    J.D. · 1994

  • University of Rochester

    B.A. · 1990

Jurisdictions

David's state bar admissions

  • Virginia

    2012 · ACTIVE

  • District of Columbia

    1997 · ACTIVE

  • New York

    1995 · ACTIVE

  • U.S. District Court,

    1995 · ACTIVE

David studied at J.D. in George Washington University Law School and B.A. in University of Rochester.

Law school and academic background

David completed J.D. in George Washington University Law School and B.A. in University of Rochester. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice David runs in Virginia is where that training gets applied to real client questions.

Affiliations

David's professional memberships and bar associations

  • New York State Bar Association Bar Association of the District of Columbia

    membership

Locations

David Stuart Cole's office in Tysons

David's primary office is at 1600 Tysons Boulevard, Suite 700, Tysons, VA, 22102. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Main office

Holland & Knight LLP

1600 Tysons Boulevard, Suite 700

Tysons, VA 22102

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Hiring guide

How to hire David Stuart Cole — what to expect in your first consultation

Working with a new business attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with David usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.

Consultation formats and pricing

David charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain David'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; David will tell you what matters and what doesn't.

Questions to ask a business attorney in Tysons, Virginia

A short list to run through before you commit: How many business 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 David

David discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in business practice — ask which fits.

Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options

Every business 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. David confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.

Payment methods and payment plans

David's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many business practices work with clients on structured schedules.

Frequently asked

Frequently asked questions about David Stuart Cole

  • How much does it cost to hire David for a business case?

    Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. David walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.

  • Does David offer a free consultation?

    David charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain David's office. Some business attorneys offer free consults — check David's current terms during booking.

  • How long do business cases in Virginia typically take?

    Simple business 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. David gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.

  • Can David take my case if I'm outside Tysons?

    David 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 — David 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 David?

    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. David will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.

  • Is David accepting new business clients right now?

    David's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.

Areas served

Business attorneys serving Tysons, Richmond and Alexandria in Virginia

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