Dennis Alan Adelson, Business Attorney in Fairfax, Virginia
Over 50 years of legal practice · focused on Business, Government, and IP
Fairfax, VA
Practicing business in Fairfax since 1976.
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Dennis Alan Adelson is an attorney based in Fairfax, VA. The practice focuses on Business, Government, and IP. Dennis has over 50 years of legal experience.
- Based in
- Fairfax, VA
- Experience
- over 50 years
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- Business · Government · IP
- Handles Business, Government, and IP matters from Fairfax, VA.
- Over 50 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About Dennis Alan Adelson: Dennis Alan Adelson is an attorney based in Fairfax, VA. The practice focuses on Business, Government, and IP. Dennis has over 50 years of legal experience.
Areas of practice
Legal matters Dennis takes on
Dennis concentrates on business, government, and ip. Each area below outlines the kind of case Dennis handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Business
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Government
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IP
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Business cases in Fairfax, Virginia
Dennis takes business matters in Fairfax, 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 Dennis agrees to represent you.
Government cases in Fairfax, Virginia
Dennis takes government matters in Fairfax, 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 Dennis agrees to represent you.
IP cases in Fairfax, Virginia
Dennis takes ip matters in Fairfax, 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 Dennis agrees to represent you.
Biography
Meet Dennis Alan Adelson — business lawyer in Fairfax
Dennis Alan Adelson is an attorney based in Fairfax, VA. The practice focuses on Business, Government, and IP. Dennis has over 50 years of legal experience.
Mr. Dennis Alan Adelson is a lawyer practicing commercial, intellectual property, government contracts. Dennis received a B.A. degree from George Washington University in 1973, and has been licensed for 50 years. Dennis practices in Fairfax, VA.
Dennis's approach to business cases
Mr. Dennis Alan Adelson is a lawyer practicing commercial, intellectual property, government contracts. Dennis received a B.A. degree from George Washington University in 1973, and has been licensed for 50 years. Dennis practices in Fairfax, VA.
Clients Dennis works with
Dennis reviews new inquiries case-by-case for business, government, and ip matters in Fairfax and the surrounding Virginia area.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
George Washington University
J.D. · 1976
George Washington University
B.A. · 1973
Jurisdictions
Dennis's state bar admissions
U.S. Court of Federa
1987 · ACTIVE
U.S. Supreme Court
1979 · ACTIVE
U.S. Court of Appeal
1977 · ACTIVE
District of Columbia
1977 · ACTIVE
Virginia
1976 · ACTIVE
Dennis studied at J.D. in George Washington University and B.A. in George Washington University.
Law school and academic background
Dennis completed J.D. in George Washington University and B.A. in George Washington University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Dennis runs in Virginia is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Locations
Dennis Alan Adelson's office in Fairfax
Dennis's primary office is at 3877 Fairfax Ridge Road, Fairfax, VA, 22030-7448. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
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How to hire Dennis Alan Adelson — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new business attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Dennis usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Dennis charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Dennis'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; Dennis will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a business attorney in Fairfax, 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 Dennis
Dennis 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. Dennis confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Dennis'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 Dennis Alan Adelson
How much does it cost to hire Dennis for a business case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Dennis walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Dennis offer a free consultation?
Dennis charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Dennis's office. Some business attorneys offer free consults — check Dennis'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. Dennis gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Dennis take my case if I'm outside Fairfax?
Dennis 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 — Dennis 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 Dennis?
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. Dennis will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Dennis accepting new business clients right now?
Dennis'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 Fairfax, Richmond and Alexandria in Virginia
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