Attorney Dana J. Carlson, a principal in the firm, has been in practice since 1981. Mr. Carlson joined the firm as an Associate after completing law school, became a member in, and has remained with the firm throughout his 39-year legal career.

His current practice is comprised primarily of equitable distribution, spousal and child support, and custody cases. He has litigated throughout his career in all Northern Virginia courts including the Court of Appeals of Virginia and the Supreme Court of Virginia.

Attorney Carlson addresses his clients' needs from the perspective of assessing alternative means for dispute resolution, referring clients for personal financial planning and tax advice as well as directing clients, if needed, to a variety of outside quality counseling resources.

Attorney Carlson is actively involved in community service organizations, bar activities, and religious activities.

Bar Admissions
Virginia, 1981
U.S. District Court Eastern District of Virginia
U.S. Court of Appeals 4th Circuit

Litigation Percentage
50% of Practice Devoted to Litigation

Professional Associations & Memberships
Fairfax Bar Association, Member
Loudoun County Bar Association, Associate Member
Virginia Trial Lawyers Association, Member
Christian Legal Society, Member
Delta Theta Phi, Member

Honors and Awards
Best Lawyers in Virginia
Super Lawyers
Washington, D.C., Top Lawyers

Education
George Mason University School of Law, Arlington, Virginia
Wheaton College

Practice Areas
Family Law