About
John G. Danyluk represents corporate and individual clients in white-collar defense, government investigations, cybersecurity, data privacy, and regulatory compliance matters. He serves clients in highly regulated industries, including government contracting, defense, healthcare, pharmaceuticals, and critical infrastructure. He also conducts internal investigations and helps organizations identify legal risks before they lead to litigation, enforcement actions, or criminal prosecution.
John earned a B.A. from the University of Richmond and a J.D. from the University of Richmond School of Law. During law school, he served as editor-in-chief of the Richmond Journal of Law and Technology. He is also a Certified Information Privacy Professional with a U.S. designation. His education and privacy certification support his work involving evolving cybersecurity laws, data protection requirements, and government regulations.
John previously served for more than four years in the U.S. Army Judge Advocate General’s Corps and worked as a Special Assistant U.S. Attorney. As a federal prosecutor, he served as lead trial attorney for Fort Hood’s exclusive federal jurisdiction and litigated more than 1,000 federal cases. He also advised senior military leaders on internal investigations, national security issues, construction projects, and the acquisition of defense equipment.
John G. Danyluk assists clients with cyber incidents, internal investigations, procurement fraud allegations, False Claims Act matters, and state and federal enforcement actions. His professional recognition includes selection to The Best Lawyers in America “Ones to Watch” for white-collar criminal defense and recognition by Chambers USA for white-collar investigations. He has also received honors for his work in cybersecurity, data privacy, and criminal defense.
Law Office Affiliations
- Partner, Gentry Locke Rakes & Moore, LLP
- Chair-Elect, Federal Bar Association, Criminal Section
- Member, Virginia State Bar
- Member, American Bar Association
- Member, Richmond Bar Association
Licensed State
- Virginia
- Texas
Education
- University of Richmond School of Law
Juris Doctor (JD) - University of Richmond
Bachelor of Arts (BA)



- Business Litigation
- Science & Technology
- Investor & Business Immigration
- Whistleblower
- White Collar Crime





