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Category: In the News

How to be an AI-Compliant Business in 2026

January 12, 2026 |  By: Thomas Dunlap   When President Trump’s January 2025 executive order revoked the Biden administration’s AI safety framework, Federal oversight of AI essentially disappeared. Into this gaping void, state governments have stepped in, weaving a complex web of state-level AI regulations that result in serious and complex compliance challenges for businesses… Continue reading How to be an AI-Compliant Business in 2026

AI in the Law Firm: Why ‘Adopt or Die’ Is No Longer Hyperbole

Lawyers have been using AI for years, for basic document processing, predictive coding in e-discovery, and research assistance. What's changed is...

January 7, 2026 |  By: Thomas Dunlap   At a cryptocurrency conference earlier this year, I heard something that crystallized what many of us in legal practice have been sensing: artificial intelligence isn’t just as transformative as the internet, it’s potentially thousands of times more significant. While some attorneys still dismiss AI as a passing… Continue reading AI in the Law Firm: Why ‘Adopt or Die’ Is No Longer Hyperbole

Dunlap Bennett & Ludwig Joins Alliott Global Alliance to Represent Washington DC Metro Area

Dunlap Bennett & Ludwig (DBL) has been admitted by Alliott Global Alliance (AGA) as its representative legal firm for the Washington DC area.

TYSONS CORNER, VA (August 18, 2025) – Dunlap Bennett & Ludwig (DBL) is pleased to announced that it has been admitted by Alliott Global Alliance (AGA) as its representative legal firm for the Washington DC Metropolitan Area.   Founded in 2002 by principals with extensive experience in both the private and public sectors, Dunlap Bennett… Continue reading Dunlap Bennett & Ludwig Joins Alliott Global Alliance to Represent Washington DC Metro Area

Dunlap Bennett & Ludwig and John Marshall Bank to Host Veteran Business Summit in Vienna

Free Event on November 6th to Provide Critical Resources for Veteran Entrepreneurs Across the Region   TYSONS CORNER, VA (October 22, 2025) – Dunlap Bennett & Ludwig (DBL), a certified veteran-owned law firm, and John Marshall Bank are proud to announce the Veteran Business Summit, taking place on November 6th, 2025, from 12:00 PM to… Continue reading Dunlap Bennett & Ludwig and John Marshall Bank to Host Veteran Business Summit in Vienna

Client Alert: GAO Bid Protest Operations Paused During Government Shutdown – Deadlines Tolled and EPDS Offline

The U.S. Government Accountability Office (GAO) has shut down operations due to a lapse in appropriations, including the Bid Protest Office.

October 1, 2025 |  By: Thomas Dunlap    The U.S. Government Accountability Office (GAO) has shut down operations due to a lapse in appropriations, including the Bid Protest Office. GAO has also issued instructions governing protests and filings during the shutdown. Key points below, followed by practical guidance for contractors and counsel.   What GAO… Continue reading Client Alert: GAO Bid Protest Operations Paused During Government Shutdown – Deadlines Tolled and EPDS Offline

Dunlap Bennett & Ludwig Welcomes Accomplished Litigator Buckley Warden as Partner

Dunlap Bennett & Ludwig welcomes accomplished litigator Buckley Warden to open the firm’s Richmond office as its lead partner.

RICHMOND, VA (October 1, 2025) – Dunlap Bennett & Ludwig (DBL), a leading law firm focused on intellectual property, corporate transactions, and regulatory matters, is pleased to announce that accomplished litigator and general counsel Buckley Warden has joined the firm to open the firm’s Richmond office as its lead partner.   Warden brings extensive experience… Continue reading Dunlap Bennett & Ludwig Welcomes Accomplished Litigator Buckley Warden as Partner

Dunlap Bennett & Ludwig Strengthens Nationwide Presence with Addition of Partner Carlos Linares

TYSONS CORNER, VA (July 1, 2025) –Dunlap Bennett & Ludwig (DBL), a renowned veteran-owned law firm, is pleased to announce the latest expansion of its nationwide reach with the addition of Partner Carlos Linares to its esteemed team. His exceptional legal acumen makes him a valuable asset to DBL as it continues to provide comprehensive legal… Continue reading Dunlap Bennett & Ludwig Strengthens Nationwide Presence with Addition of Partner Carlos Linares

Dunlap Bennett & Ludwig Recognized by Chambers & Partners for Intellectual Property Excellence

Dunlap Bennett & Ludwig (DBL) has been ranked in Band 3 for Intellectual Property in Northern Virginia by Chambers & Partners.

TYSONS CORNER, VA (June 5, 2025) –Dunlap Bennett & Ludwig (DBL), a leading law firm focused on intellectual property, corporate transactions, and regulatory matters, is pleased to announce that the firm has been ranked in the 2025 Chambers USA Guide. Chambers and Partners ranked DBL in Band 3 for Intellectual Property in Northern Virginia.  … Continue reading Dunlap Bennett & Ludwig Recognized by Chambers & Partners for Intellectual Property Excellence

Dunlap Bennett & Ludwig Strengthens Nationwide Presence with Addition of Partner Jennifer Rohleder

Jennifer Rohleder Alexandria and Tysons Corner Virginia Estate Planning Attorney and Corporate Lawyer

TYSONS CORNER, VA (June 3, 2025) –Dunlap Bennett & Ludwig (DBL), a renowned veteran-owned law firm, is pleased to announce the addition of Jennifer Rohleder as a Partner in the firm’s Corporate and Estate Planning Practices. Jennifer brings extensive experience in corporate transactions, business strategy, and capital raising, along with a growing focus on estate… Continue reading Dunlap Bennett & Ludwig Strengthens Nationwide Presence with Addition of Partner Jennifer Rohleder

Dunlap Bennett & Ludwig Strengthens Nationwide Presence with Addition of Partner John Heck

TYSONS CORNER, VA (June 3, 2025) –Dunlap Bennett & Ludwig (DBL), a renowned veteran-owned law firm, is pleased to announce the latest expansion of its nationwide reach with the addition of Partner John Heck to its esteemed team. His exceptional legal acumen makes him a valuable asset to DBL as it continues to provide comprehensive… Continue reading Dunlap Bennett & Ludwig Strengthens Nationwide Presence with Addition of Partner John Heck

Intern Program

As part of our effort to recruit, develop and retail the best and brightest attorneys, Dunlap Bennett & Ludwig offers a summer intern program for promising law school students who are looking to work as part of an innovative and incredibly successful team. With a global team of lawyers, selected candidates are able to work on high level projects in a collaborative space.

Paralegals and Legal Support Staff

At Dunlap Bennett & Ludwig, our team of paralegals and staff work together collaboratively along side our attorneys toward a common goal. We have created a positive work environment where our paralegals and legal assistants work to successfully reach firm-wide goals and support each other to combine individual strengths to enhance team performance. They regularly assist our attorneys with organizing and maintaining files, conducting legal research, and preparing documents.