"Katie was instrumental in my case with a public school division. She was personable, knowledgeable, kind, and transparent. After my issue was resolved, I hired Katie and her team again for another issue. I have been extremely satisfied with the outcomes and if you're dealing with a public school division, she will bring her experience and expertise to help guide you through the complexities."
Anonymous
"Katie did a wonderful job with me and answered all my questions!"
Chris G.
"I worked with Katie directly on an employment issue. She took the time to listen and understand my questions and concerns, and offered her thoughts on how to proceed. Through the entire process she has been very professional, understanding, empathetic and took as much time as needed to help. Highly recommended and I will use her firm again for similar issues. Thank you!"
Mark S.
"Katie Lipp is a top notch attorney who will take care of you with great responsiveness, attention and sensitivity, all within an affordable budget."
Michael Z.
"I worked with Katie and Ryen too for my LLC, could not have been a more professional and easy process. They are all very responsive and helpful, and they got it done quickly so I can move on to the next steps!"
Micah S.
"Kathryn is one of the best lawyer I was lucky to find with the help of my Boyfriend and she went above and beyond to help me with all the things I needed. I was successful to get my exemption approved for Covid and she did a great job for gathering and put in the accurate info for me to present to my employer. She is very professional and prompt on responding. I highly recommend her. She is the best."
April
"We chose the Lipp Law Firm for their overwhelmingly positive reviews. Their outstanding reputation is absolutely deserved! From our first interaction with Katie it was clear that she's sincerely passionate about her work. Her genuine and thoughtful approach assured us from the start we were in good hands. She maintained excellent communication throughout, and her highly informative recommendations were equally outstanding. We couldn't have hoped for a better guide. There's no doubt Katie would be our choice should we ever need assistance again. She has my full and complete confidence and recommendation. Thank you, again, Katie and the Lipp Law Firm!"
Tim H.
"The Lipp Law firm is the epitome of professionalism. Katie Lipp is caring, passionate about what she does, and a true wealth of knowledge. I knew instantly I was in good hands and appreciated the fact that as a small business owner, I never felt like a second-tier client. Katie promptly answered all of my questions, eased many concerns, and held my hand during a difficult situation. For those reasons and more, I am forever grateful."
Courtney P.
“Whenever you see an employment attorney you are always on edge as your livelihood is about to be or has been effected. Katie brought such a calm to the entire situation to help produce sound decisions. Calls and emails were answered immediately or returned promptly. Again, this just tells me how Katie knows that this situation I am/was going through was very personal and important.”
John B.
“I worked with Ms. Lipp on a tricky employment case with a big organization. She was easy to reach, calm and positive. She kept me focused on the big picture and was extremely knowledgeable about all my legal options. Without her support in this issue, I would've felt panicked and lost. With her guidance, I was able to see a light at the end of the tunnel.”
A Satisfied Client
“Ms. Lipp thoroughly and thoughtfully reviewed an employment separation document. She provided timely and useful recommendations and options. I was able to obtain more detailed information from my former employer as well as some revisions to the final document.”
A Satisfied Client
“I retained the representation of Katie Lipp in January 2019 regarding an employment issue. She was highly responsive to my needs and schedule. I was always able to reach Ms. Lipp, most easily by email and telephone. She was able to be present at my job site to meet with employer and representatives in my matter. She worked effectively with and communicated with other counsel and representation I had and continued to work with regarding my case. Ms. Lipp provided counsel, resources and strategies to help me navigate my case. She always listened and considered my opinions and ideas when representing me. Ms. Lipp was prompt and on time for meetings, inferences, and when responding to communications. I was grateful and appreciative of the quality representation she provided me. I would definitely recommend her services. She always made me feel like my case was a priority to her.”
Dianne
"Katie offers smart and practical employment advice. She can be a huge asset on a variety of critical management and employee-side issues."
Richard V., Litigation Attorney
"Katie is an excellent attorney who works hard for her clients. I don't hesitate to refer clients to her, as I will know that they will be in good hands. She has my trust and high recommendation."
Paul A., Business Attorney
"I have known Katie since 2013. She is an outstanding lawyer, coworker, and mentor. She goes above and beyond in each case that she works on and views her cases through a creative lens. Katie zealously advocates for her clients, and is well respected in the legal community. I highly recommend Katie's legal services."
Samantha C., Litigation Attorney
Attorney Katie Lipp
Katie dedicates her practice to employment separation guidance and labor law, representing employers, select executives, and employees. Katie is admitted to practice in Virginia and Washington, DC, and has been specially admitted to litigate non-compete cases in Maryland and Delaware.
Along with a focus on employment and labor law, Katie has a broad legal background in government contracts, construction, corporate law, and civil litigation.
Katie’s opposing counsel would describe her as creative, passionate, and a fierce advocate for her clients. She is always mindful of her clients’ budget and most happy when she is able to settle a matter without having to go through the litigation process but is prepared to take matters to court if necessary.
Her corporate clients have employees nationwide and call on her to resolve matters involving employment terminations, severance agreements, non-competes, and complicated HR matters.
Katie enjoys representing technology companies, given her firm’s proximity to the Northern Virginia tech corridor. Katie also has traditional labor law experience, covering labor arbitration, collective bargaining agreement negotiations, and National Labor Relations Board charge defense.
Katie wrote a book on internal workplace investigations and has taught multiple HR workshops and courses to attorneys, HR managers, and companies on employment handbooks and employment law updates.
In the courtroom, she defends employers against employee claims such as harassment, discrimination, and retaliation, and litigates cases involving non-competes and misappropriation of trade secrets.
Katie’s select executive and individual clients are facing employment separation, discipline, and evaluating new employment offers, ventures, and contracts.
Katie’s education clients are teachers and professors who need counsel regarding discipline, HR communications, requesting workplace accommodations, and severance negotiations.
Katie regularly works with Fairfax County Public Schools teachers and has conducted several presentations on knowing your rights in the workplace.
Katie graduated from George Mason University, Antonin Scalia School of Law, and was a Senior Notes Editor for the Journal of Law, Economics, and Policy.
In her free time, Katie mentors and coaches female law firm owners and entrepreneurs on creating and scaling a book of business, through her business Law Practice Queen.
She enjoys spending time with her husband, daughter, and dog in Fairfax, Virginia. Her working mom “hobbies” include catching up on sleep, Netflixing, trying to be a minimalist, spending time with her friends, exercising, writing, and spending time outdoors away from her computer and phone.
In 2022, Katie detailed her legal entrepreneurial journey in her second book, Build Your Empire.
Recognition:
-
Entrepreneur of the Year, Women Owned Law (2021)
- Influential Women of Law, Virginia Lawyers Weekly (2023)
- Top Attorney, Arlington Magazine (2022, 2021, 2020, 2019)
- Top Lawyer, Northern Virginia Magazine (2021, 2020, 2019)
- Legal Elite, Virginia Business Magazine, Employment Law (2021, 2020, 2019, 2018, 2012)
- Avvo’s Client’s Choice Award
- Super Lawyer Designation in Virginia and Washington, DC, Employment Law (2022, 2021, 2020, 2019)
- Up & Coming Lawyer, Virginia Lawyers Weekly (2018)
- Client’s Choice Award, Avvo
Education:
- George Mason University School of Law – JD – Juris Doctor (2010)
- James Madison University – BS – Bachelor of Science (2006)
Professional Experience:
- Successfully assist Northern Virginia Principal with employment transition, allowing the client to receive an increase in salary and maintain employment benefits.
- Assist employee working for Northern Virginia government contractor with workplace sexual harassment complaint and investigation.
- Jointly defended cybersecurity company and its newly-hired executive against allegations of unfair competition, breach of non-compete and non-solicitation agreement, and tortious interference.
- Achieved dismissal of National Labor Relations Board (NLRB) charge against construction contractor for failure to bargain with the labor union.
- Achieved favorable severance for employee related to claims of labor law and disability law violations against employer.
- Successfully resolved cease and desist threat against cybersecurity government contractor client related to hiring of employees, non-solicitation of customers, and confidential information.
- Drafted severance agreement for cybersecurity government contractor client.
- Filed a Demurrer and Plea in Bar on behalf of corporate executive, defending against claims of fraud in the inducement, unjust enrichment, and conversion related to a Phantom Stock Buyout Agreement.
- Dismissal with prejudice of 4 out of 7 counts against employee client in action involving claims of constructive fraud and misappropriation of trade secrets. Seneca One Finance, Inc. et al. v. Cannell, No. 430310-V (Montgomery County Cir. Ct., July 13, 2017).
- Successfully resolved cease and desist threat against cybersecurity government contractor related to hiring of employees, a non-compete and non-solicitation of customers agreement.
- Dismissal of all counts against management-level client in action involving overbroad non-compete and non-solicitation provisions. Seneca One Finance, Inc. v. Bloshuk, No. RWT 16-CV-1848, 2016 WL 5851626 (D. Md. Oct. 6, 2016).
- Successfully negotiated reduction of labor union forces by 63% to save corporate client hundreds of thousands of dollars on labor annually.
- Dismissal of all counts filed against executive client involving a personal guaranty on a corporate line of credit. SunTrust Bank v. Advanced Business Concepts, Inc. et al., CL2016-07288 (Fairfax Circuit Court, July 1, 2016).
- Achieved dismissal of all counts against government contractor alleging gender and racial discrimination, retaliation, and unequal pay. Cashwell v. Attain, LLC et al., 1:12-cv-522 (E.D.Va. 2012).
DISCLAIMER: MANY FACTORS PERTAIN TO EACH CASE, AND THE OUTCOMES ABOVE DO NOT GUARANTEE OR PREDICT A SIMILAR RESULT IN ANY FUTURE CASE BY LIPP LAW
Pro Bono Experience:
- Assist local Northern Virginia charity with non-profit status. The charity assists low-income families with housing-related needs.
- Represent managerial nonprofit employee regarding claims of race discrimination and disability discrimination
- Legal Services of Northern Virginia, Pro Bono Employment Law Project Volunteer
- Waterfowl Blind litigation matter, Prince William County Circuit Court (2014-2015) Represented waterfowl hunters in a licensing dispute regarding two non-riparian stationary waterfowl blinds in Pohick Bay. This matter was a case of first impression regarding duck blind licensing priority under Va. Code Ann. Section 29.1-345.
Publications and Presentations:
- Presenter, “Human Resource Law From Start to Finish,” National Business Institute CLE (April 3, 2019)
- Drug Testing in the Age of Legalized Marijuana, Federal Mediation and Conciliation Service, Panelist (May 18, 2018)
- Internal Workplace Investigations, National Business Institute (March 2, 2018)
- Government Shutdown Win is Cold Comfort to Contractors, Bloomberg Government Blog (February 6, 2018)
- Marijuana Use Presents Conflicts for Government Contractors, PSC, Moderator (November 7, 2017)
- Presenter, “Human Resource Law: What You Need to Know Now,” National Business Institute CLE (October 4, 2017)
- Joined at the Hip? A Primer on the Joint Employment Doctrine, PSC (August 2017)
- When Does Ex-Employee’s Use of LinkedIn Violate a Non-Solicitation Agreement? Virginia Lawyers Weekly (July 24, 2017)
- What Does “Hire American” Mean for Government Contractors, PSC, Moderator (April 2017)
- Labor Trends Impacting Employment Practitioners, FBA Employment and Labor Section, Moderator (November 2016)
- Construction Contract Workshop, Stafford County, Examining Legal Issues and Contract Disputes (2015)
- Joint Employer Doctrine Could Spell More Litigation Trouble for Construction Companies, DRI, The Critical Path, The Newsletter of the Construction Law Committee, Volume 19 Issue 3 (2015)
- Contract Drafting and Online Defamation, Association of Bridal Consultants, 2013
- Vaccine Mandate Updates: A Twist on the Jab
- EEOC Charge Process
- Virginia Employment Law Update – 2022
- 3 Things Virginia Employers Need to Know: Workplace Rules Around Covid-19 Loosen in Virginia
Professional Memberships:
- Women Owned Law
- Founder & CEO, Law Practice Queen
"Katie was instrumental in my case with a public school division. She was personable, knowledgeable, kind, and transparent. After my issue was resolved, I hired Katie and her team again for another issue. I have been extremely satisfied with the outcomes and if you're dealing with a public school division, she will bring her experience and expertise to help guide you through the complexities."
Anonymous
"Katie did a wonderful job with me and answered all my questions!"
Chris G.
"I worked with Katie directly on an employment issue. She took the time to listen and understand my questions and concerns, and offered her thoughts on how to proceed. Through the entire process she has been very professional, understanding, empathetic and took as much time as needed to help. Highly recommended and I will use her firm again for similar issues. Thank you!"
Mark S.
"Katie Lipp is a top notch attorney who will take care of you with great responsiveness, attention and sensitivity, all within an affordable budget."
Michael Z.
"I worked with Katie and Ryen too for my LLC, could not have been a more professional and easy process. They are all very responsive and helpful, and they got it done quickly so I can move on to the next steps!"
Micah S.
"Kathryn is one of the best lawyer I was lucky to find with the help of my Boyfriend and she went above and beyond to help me with all the things I needed. I was successful to get my exemption approved for Covid and she did a great job for gathering and put in the accurate info for me to present to my employer. She is very professional and prompt on responding. I highly recommend her. She is the best."
April
"We chose the Lipp Law Firm for their overwhelmingly positive reviews. Their outstanding reputation is absolutely deserved! From our first interaction with Katie it was clear that she's sincerely passionate about her work. Her genuine and thoughtful approach assured us from the start we were in good hands. She maintained excellent communication throughout, and her highly informative recommendations were equally outstanding. We couldn't have hoped for a better guide. There's no doubt Katie would be our choice should we ever need assistance again. She has my full and complete confidence and recommendation. Thank you, again, Katie and the Lipp Law Firm!"
Tim H.
"The Lipp Law firm is the epitome of professionalism. Katie Lipp is caring, passionate about what she does, and a true wealth of knowledge. I knew instantly I was in good hands and appreciated the fact that as a small business owner, I never felt like a second-tier client. Katie promptly answered all of my questions, eased many concerns, and held my hand during a difficult situation. For those reasons and more, I am forever grateful."
Courtney P.
“Whenever you see an employment attorney you are always on edge as your livelihood is about to be or has been effected. Katie brought such a calm to the entire situation to help produce sound decisions. Calls and emails were answered immediately or returned promptly. Again, this just tells me how Katie knows that this situation I am/was going through was very personal and important.”
John B.
“I worked with Ms. Lipp on a tricky employment case with a big organization. She was easy to reach, calm and positive. She kept me focused on the big picture and was extremely knowledgeable about all my legal options. Without her support in this issue, I would've felt panicked and lost. With her guidance, I was able to see a light at the end of the tunnel.”
A Satisfied Client
“Ms. Lipp thoroughly and thoughtfully reviewed an employment separation document. She provided timely and useful recommendations and options. I was able to obtain more detailed information from my former employer as well as some revisions to the final document.”
A Satisfied Client
“I retained the representation of Katie Lipp in January 2019 regarding an employment issue. She was highly responsive to my needs and schedule. I was always able to reach Ms. Lipp, most easily by email and telephone. She was able to be present at my job site to meet with employer and representatives in my matter. She worked effectively with and communicated with other counsel and representation I had and continued to work with regarding my case. Ms. Lipp provided counsel, resources and strategies to help me navigate my case. She always listened and considered my opinions and ideas when representing me. Ms. Lipp was prompt and on time for meetings, inferences, and when responding to communications. I was grateful and appreciative of the quality representation she provided me. I would definitely recommend her services. She always made me feel like my case was a priority to her.”
Dianne
"Katie offers smart and practical employment advice. She can be a huge asset on a variety of critical management and employee-side issues."
Richard V., Litigation Attorney
"Katie is an excellent attorney who works hard for her clients. I don't hesitate to refer clients to her, as I will know that they will be in good hands. She has my trust and high recommendation."
Paul A., Business Attorney
"I have known Katie since 2013. She is an outstanding lawyer, coworker, and mentor. She goes above and beyond in each case that she works on and views her cases through a creative lens. Katie zealously advocates for her clients, and is well respected in the legal community. I highly recommend Katie's legal services."
Samantha C., Litigation Attorney
