William DeVinney, Business Attorney in Tysons, Virginia
Over 28 years of legal practice · focused on Business, Criminal Defense, and Litigation
Of CounselatBrigliaHundley, P.C.
Tysons, VA
Practicing business in Tysons since 1998.
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William DeVinney is an of counsel based in Tysons, VA. The practice focuses on Business, Criminal Defense, and Litigation. William has over 28 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at BrigliaHundley, P.C..
- Based in
- Tysons, VA
- Experience
- over 28 years
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- Business · Criminal Defense · Litigation
- Handles Business, Criminal Defense, and Litigation matters from Tysons, VA.
- Over 28 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About William DeVinney: William DeVinney is an of counsel based in Tysons, VA. The practice focuses on Business, Criminal Defense, and Litigation. William has over 28 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at BrigliaHundley, P.C..
Areas of practice
Legal matters William takes on
William concentrates on business, criminal defense, and litigation. Each area below outlines the kind of case William handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
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Business cases in Tysons, Virginia
William 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 William agrees to represent you.
Criminal Defense cases in Tysons, Virginia
William takes criminal defense 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 William agrees to represent you.
Litigation cases in Tysons, Virginia
William takes litigation 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 William agrees to represent you.
Biography
Meet William DeVinney — business lawyer in Tysons
William DeVinney is an of counsel based in Tysons, VA. The practice focuses on Business, Criminal Defense, and Litigation. William has over 28 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at BrigliaHundley, P.C..
William DeVinney has a broad litigation practice that includes antitrust, intellectual property, employment, securities and other complex commercial litigation. He has extensive trial experience, both as a member of trial teams and as first chair in jury and bench trials, arbitrations proceedings, and regulatory hearings, and has argued cases before several federal and state appellate courts.
Mr. DeVinney also counsels clients about complying with antitrust, privacy, and employment laws, as well as regulatory risks arising from mergers, distributions, licensing, franchise, sales, and other agreements.
ExperienceMember of a team representing a certified class of dairy farmers located in 14 southeastern states against Dairy Farmers of America, Dean Foods and a number of other defendants in an action alleging violations of sections 1 and 2 of the Sherman Act by unlawfully conspiring to eliminate competition for the marketing, sale and purchase of raw milk in the Southeast. The plaintiffs recovered $350,000,000 in damages.Represented a multinational consumer goods company in a consumer class action alleging false advertising. The complaint against the client was dismissed with prejudice.Represented a multinational chemical and agricultural biotechnology corporation against a Sherman Act Section 2 claim brought by a competitor alleging that the client had either monopolized or attempted to monopolize the alleged market for transgenic corn seed.Defended a multinational chemical and agricultural biotechnology company accused of monopolizing the market for the transgenic corn seed industry. A motion for class certification by the plaintiff was rejected by the trial court and before the Third Circuit on appeal.Represented a multinational technology company in a private antitrust claim brought by a competitor, as well as in investigations brought by the European Union, the Federal Trade Commission and state government enforcement agencies.Defended a former executive of Bankers Trust Corp. in a criminal trial and related Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) administrative proceedings arising from the alleged improper accounting treatment of unclaimed funds. After a six-week jury trial, the client was acquitted of all 36 counts in the indictment and a favorable settlement was reached with the SEC.
Working with William on a business matter
William DeVinney has a broad litigation practice that includes antitrust, intellectual property, employment, securities and other complex commercial litigation. He has extensive trial experience, both as a member of trial teams and as first chair in jury and bench trials, arbitrations proceedings, and regulatory hearings, and has argued cases before several federal and state appellate courts. Mr.…
Who William represents
William reviews new inquiries case-by-case for business, criminal defense, and litigation matters in Tysons and the surrounding Virginia area.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
Cornell University William & Mary School of Law
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Jurisdictions
William's state bar admissions
Virginia New York Di
1998 · ACTIVE
William studied at — in Cornell University William & Mary School of Law.
Law school and academic background
William completed — in Cornell University William & Mary School of Law. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice William runs in Virginia is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Locations
William DeVinney's office in Tysons
William's primary office is at 1921 Gallows Road, Suite 900, Tysons, VA, 22182. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
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How to hire William DeVinney — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new business attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with William usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
William charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain William'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; William 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 William
William 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. William confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
William'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 William DeVinney
How much does it cost to hire William for a business case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. William walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does William offer a free consultation?
William charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain William's office. Some business attorneys offer free consults — check William'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. William gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can William take my case if I'm outside Tysons?
William 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 — William 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 William?
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. William will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is William accepting new business clients right now?
William'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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