Dane H. Butswinkas

Dane H. Butswinkas is a respected trial lawyer at Williams & Connolly LLP, whose practice centers on litigation and arbitration law. He represents corporations, financial institutions, directors, officers, and other clients facing significant legal disputes. His work covers commercial conflicts, securities matters, criminal investigations, product liability claims, and international disputes. Courts, clients, and industry observers have recognized his courtroom skill and preparation. Through decades of advocacy, he has helped clients protect their interests, defend their reputations, manage legal risk, and resolve complex cases across many industries.

Dane earned a J.D. from the University of Virginia School of Law, where he received several academic honors and participated in legal scholarship and advocacy programs. He also earned a MAIS in Public Policy from George Mason University, strengthening his understanding of policy issues and government systems. Earlier, he graduated summa cum laude from James Madison University. This educational foundation provided strong analytical, research, writing, and problem solving skills that continue to support his legal work very effectively.

Dane has handled high stakes trials in state and federal courts across the United States throughout his career. He has represented clients in matters involving antitrust claims, securities litigation, fraud allegations, contract disputes, and corporate governance issues. His arbitration experience includes proceedings before major domestic and international forums. By building strong legal strategies and presenting clear arguments, he has helped clients secure favorable verdicts, dismissals, acquittals, settlements, and arbitral awards in challenging and closely watched cases over time.

Dane H. Butswinkas has also advised and defended clients in the pharmaceutical, technology, telecommunications, food, financial services, and energy sectors. His experience extends to matters involving directors and officers, government investigations, and cross border business disputes. He has appeared in cases connected to North America, Europe, Asia, Latin America, and Australia. Through careful preparation, detailed case analysis, and persuasive advocacy, he helps organizations address difficult legal challenges while pursuing practical and effective resolutions for their objectives and long term success.

Law Office Affiliations

• Partner, Williams & Connolly LLP
• Fellow, American College of Trial Lawyers
• Member, New York State Bar Association
• Member, Virginia State Bar
• Member, District of Columbia Bar Assocaciation

Licensed State

• New York
• Virginia
• District of Columbia

Education

• University of Virginia School of Law
  Juris Doctor (JD)
• George Mason University
  MAIS with Public Policy/li>
• James Madison University
  BA with Summa Cum Laude

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