Amy S. Owen

Amy S. Owen: Experienced Employment Law Attorney in Virginia and D.C.

Amy S. Owen is a distinguished partner at BrigliaHundley, a law firm with deep roots in the communities of Virginia, Maryland, and the District of Columbia. After graduating cum laude from Wake Forest University, she pursued her legal education at the University of Florida College of Law, where she not only graduated with honors but was also initiated into the Order of the Coif, an honor society for law students.

Her educational journey culminated in a successful career as a Commissioner for the Fairfax Human Rights Commission for seven years, during which she demonstrated her commitment to fostering equitable and inclusive environments. In recognition of her multifaceted contributions to the community, Ms. Owen has served on various boards including the Fairfax Bar Association’s Employment Law Section, where she held the position of secretary.

Her tenure in these capacities further solidified Ms. Owen's expertise and advocacy in areas such as employment law, providing comprehensive support for executives throughout her region. In addition to her commercial litigation experience that spans across a wide spectrum of cases including financial institutions, fidelity issues, insurance coverage, employment matters, real estate disputes, and business torts, she has also dedicated herself to pro bono work for Legal Services of Northern Virginia in their pro bono employment law program.

Amy Owen's exceptional work ethic was recognized by her appointment to the Community Action Advisory Board. Her commitment to community service and legal excellence is further underscored by her receipt of multiple prestigious awards, including being named a 'Legal Elite' by Virginia Business magazine, marked as a SuperLawyers honor recipient, and honored with the Henry Carrico Pro Bono Award.

Practice Areas

• Commercial Litigation: Handling complex disputes involving financial institutions, fidelity issues, insurance coverage, employment matters, real estate, commercial disputes, and business torts.
• Employment Law - Management: Providing comprehensive counseling and support to executives in her region. She has extensive experience in managing employment law issues, including those pertaining to employee benefits (ERISA), individual employment cases, labor relations management, union affairs, and labor disputes involving banking and finance.

Awards & Recognitions

• Recognized: Commercial Litigation:
• Recognized: Employment Law - Management:
• Practice Area: Employee Benefits (ERISA) Law:
• Practice Area: Employment Law - Individuals:
• Practice Area: Labor Law - Management:
• Practice Area: Labor Law - Union:
• Practice Area: Litigation - Banking and Finance:
• Practice Area: Litigation - Labor and Employment:

Educational Background & Affiliations

• Firm: BrigliaHundley PC
• Recognized Since: Recognized in Best Attorney USA since 2013
• City: Tysons Corner, State: Virginia, Country: United States
• Affiliations:
  • Fairfax Bar Association Employment Law Section - Secretary Position
  • Fairfax County Board of Supervisors - Community Action Advisory Board Member
  • Second Story - Board Member and Pro Bono Support Provider
  • Litigation Legal Services of Northern Virginia - Pro Bono Employment Law Program Participant

Affiliations & Languages

• Universities: Wake Forest University, University of Florida College of Law
• Languages: English (Primary)

Mrs. Owen's profound knowledge and commitment to justice have positioned her as a respected leader in the legal community. Her extensive experience, coupled with her dedication to pro bono work and community service, has made her an invaluable resource for individuals and organizations navigating complex legal landscapes.