Craig J. Franco

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Craig J. Franco: Attorney with Odin, Feldman & Pittleman, P.C.
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  • Martindale-Hubbell Peer AV Preeminent Rating
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Biography

As a successful trial attorney, Craig Franco delivers favorable outcomes for clients by understanding his client’s goals and objectives – both in litigation and in business. For Craig, having knowledge of the law and how to apply it is a given. He has tried hundreds of cases and is a trustworthy resource who can quickly analyze the key components of each case, which allows his clients to continue to focus on what is most important to their business.

Craig has a breadth of knowledge of the law and can swiftly apply it to work with the client to chart strategy for the win. That means considering the client’s business needs–not just its legal needs–now and in the future. By collaborating with the client as a business partner, he works tirelessly to make sure that the win isn’t just a win in the courtroom, but a win for the client’s entire business.

Prior to joining Odin, Feldman & Pittleman, Craig tried numerous jury and non-jury cases as a state prosecutor. That experience, along with his civil litigation background, enables him to present a comprehensive range of litigation matters in state and federal courts in Virginia, Washington, D.C., and Maryland. Craig routinely represents clients in contentious business break-ups, government and commercial contractors in their various disputes, management in employment discrimination claims and clients in trade secrets’ disputes.

Beyond the courtroom, Craig is active coaching youth soccer and baseball in Great Falls, VA, and he enjoys spending time with his family.

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Areas of Practice (10)

  • Commercial Litigation
  • Trade Secrets
  • Labor and Employment Litigation
  • Civil Litigation
  • Appellate Practice
  • Contract Litigation
  • Construction Litigation
  • Criminal Litigation
  • Personal Injury
  • Medical Malpractice

Education & Credentials

University Attended:
College of William and Mary, B.A., 1994
Law School Attended:
George Mason University School of Law, J.D., 1997
Year of First Admission:
1997
Admission:
1997, Virginia; U.S. Court of Appeals, Fourth Circuit; U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Virginia; 1999, District of Columbia; U.S. Court of Appeals for the District of Columbia Circuit; 2002, U.S. Court of Federal Claims; 2003, Maryland; U.S. District Court, District of Maryland; 2006, U.S. District Court, Western District of Virginia, U.S. District Court for the District of Columbia
Memberships:
Fairfax County Bar Association, Board Member, Young Lawyers Division, 2002-2004
Arlington County Bar Association
Virginia State Bar Association, Litigation Section
ISLN:
912594840

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Peer Reviews

4.9/5.0 (14 reviews)
Martindale-Hubbell® AV Preeminent Rating Badge

  • Legal Knowledge

    4.9/5.0

  • Analytical Capability

    4.9/5.0

  • Judgment

    4.9/5.0

  • Communication

    4.9/5.0

  • Legal Experience

    4.8/5.0

  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Partner on 02/01/13 in Litigation

    Craig is one of the best litigators in the entire DC region.

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  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Partner on 12/30/12 in Civil Litigation

    Craig is an excellent lawyer with top notch trial skills and fine judgement.

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  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Sole Practitioner on 01/30/13 in Taxation

    Mr. Franco skillfully handled a tax matter I referred to him; obtained full concession from IRS

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  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Managing Partner on 01/07/13 in Civil Litigation

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  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Partner on 01/07/13 in Commercial Litigation

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  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Member on 01/07/13 in Civil Litigation

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  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Partner on 12/31/12 in Litigation

    Mr. Franco is an excellent lawyer.

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  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Partner on 12/30/12 in Civil Litigation

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  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Member on 12/30/12 in Litigation

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  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Partner on 06/11/10 in Civil Litigation

    I have had the opportunity to face Mr. Franco as opposing counsel and to work with Mr. Franco on the same side. He is an excellent attorney and well deserving of the AV rating.

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Contact Information:

571-631-7132  Phone

703-218-2160  Fax

www.ofplaw.com/attorneys/franco-craig

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