Sonali Dohale

Sonali Dohale, General Attorney in Washington, District of Columbia

focused on General, International, and Securities

Of CounselatGreenberg Traurig Llp

Washington, DC

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Sonali Dohale is an of counsel based in Washington, DC. The practice focuses on General, International, and Securities. Currently practicing at Greenberg Traurig Llp.

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  • Handles General, International, and Securities matters from Washington, DC.

About Sonali Dohale: Sonali Dohale is an of counsel based in Washington, DC. The practice focuses on General, International, and Securities. Currently practicing at Greenberg Traurig Llp.

Areas of practice

Legal matters Sonali takes on

Sonali concentrates on general, international, and securities. Each area below outlines the kind of case Sonali handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

General cases in Washington, District of Columbia

Sonali takes general matters in Washington, District of Columbia. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Sonali agrees to represent you.

International cases in Washington, District of Columbia

Sonali takes international matters in Washington, District of Columbia. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Sonali agrees to represent you.

Securities cases in Washington, District of Columbia

Sonali takes securities matters in Washington, District of Columbia. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Sonali agrees to represent you.

Biography

Meet Sonali Dohale — general lawyer in Washington

Sonali Dohale is an of counsel based in Washington, DC. The practice focuses on General, International, and Securities. Currently practicing at Greenberg Traurig Llp.

Sonali Dohale assists companies engaged in international business navigate U.S. international trade laws and regulations. She counsels clients on a range of economic sanctions and export controls issues, including those arising under sanctions programs administered by the U.S. Department of the Treasury’s Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC), the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR), and the Export Administration Regulations (EAR). Sonali advises on IEEPA tariff recovery and also represents companies engaged in cross-border mergers and acquisitions before the Committee on Foreign Investment in the United States (CFIUS). Her practice also involves assisting companies with internal investigations and compliance programs under various anti-corruption regimes (including the U.S. Foreign Corrupt Practices Act (FCPA) and World Bank’s Integrity Compliance Guidelines).

Sonali is a member of the firm’s Tariff Task Force, a multidisciplinary initiative that draws on the firm’s global platform to guide our clients through what comes next in regards to tariffs, including tariff refund matters, tax, litigation, and M&A activity spurred by these global shifts.

Sonali has represented companies before a number of U.S. agencies and federal courts, including the U.S. Departments of the Treasury, State, and Commerce, the U.S. International Trade Commission, the U.S. Court of International Trade, and the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit.

Recognition & Leadership

Awards & Accolades

•Listed, Super Lawyers magazine, Washington, DC Super Lawyers, “Rising Stars,” 2020-2025

How Sonali handles general matters

Sonali Dohale assists companies engaged in international business navigate U.S. international trade laws and regulations. She counsels clients on a range of economic sanctions and export controls issues, including those arising under sanctions programs administered by the U.S. Department of the Treasury’s Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC), the International Traffic in Arms Regulations…

The kind of cases Sonali takes

Sonali reviews new inquiries case-by-case for general, international, and securities matters in Washington and the surrounding District of Columbia area.

Credentials

Education, bar admissions, and languages

  • University of Virginia School of Law J.D. 2012 Development Editor University of Virginia School of Law J.D. Virginia Environmental Law Journal University of Virginia School of Law J.D. Member

  • The George Washington University

    B.S. Civil · 2009

Sonali studied at — in University of Virginia School of Law J.D. 2012 Development Editor University of Virginia School of Law J.D. Virginia Environmental Law Journal University of Virginia School of Law J.D. Member and B.S. Civil in The George Washington University.

Law school and academic background

Sonali completed — in University of Virginia School of Law J.D. 2012 Development Editor University of Virginia School of Law J.D. Virginia Environmental Law Journal University of Virginia School of Law J.D. Member and B.S. Civil in The George Washington University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Sonali runs in District of Columbia is where that training gets applied to real client questions.

Locations

Sonali Dohale's office in Washington

Sonali's primary office is at 2101 L Street, N.W., Suite 1000, Washington, DC, 20037. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Main office

Greenberg Traurig Llp

2101 L Street, N.W., Suite 1000

Washington, DC 20037

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Hiring guide

How to hire Sonali Dohale — what to expect in your first consultation

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

Consultation formats and pricing

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

Questions to ask a general attorney in Washington, District of Columbia

A short list to run through before you commit: How many general 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 Sonali

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

Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options

Every general 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. Sonali confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.

Payment methods and payment plans

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

Frequently asked

Frequently asked questions about Sonali Dohale

  • How much does it cost to hire Sonali for a general case?

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

  • Does Sonali offer a free consultation?

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

  • How long do general cases in District of Columbia typically take?

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

  • Can Sonali take my case if I'm outside Washington?

    Sonali is licensed in District of Columbia. Matters governed by District of Columbia law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Sonali 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 Sonali?

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

  • Is Sonali accepting new general clients right now?

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

Areas served

General attorneys serving Washington and Belize City in District of Columbia

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