Shawn N Sullivan
Sullivan Law and Consulting • Washington, DC
Contracts AgreementsPersonal Injury
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Contact
Email
Phone
(202) 816-4974
Address
700 - 12th Street, Washington, DC, 20005, US
Professional
About
Shawn N. Sullivan is an experienced attorney with Sullivan Law and Consulting in Washington, DC, where he focuses his practice on business law, contracts and agreements, international law, and corporate and incorporation matters. From the firm’s office at 700 12th Street, NW, Suite 700, Shawn advises clients on a wide range of legal and strategic issues affecting businesses, helping them navigate complex transactions, organizational challenges, and cross-border considerations with clarity and confidence. His practice is grounded in a practical understanding of how legal decisions impact day-to-day operations, long-term growth, and risk management. With decades of experience, Shawn brings a knowledgeable, solution-oriented approach to every matter he handles. He works closely with entrepreneurs, business owners, and organizations to draft, review, and negotiate contracts, support corporate formation and governance needs, and address international legal issues that require careful attention to detail and sound judgment. Shawn is committed to providing responsive, client-focused counsel tailored to each client’s objectives, whether they are launching a new venture, refining an existing agreement, or managing a more complex business issue. Shawn’s approach emphasizes clear communication, strategic thinking, and dependable guidance. Clients turn to him for practical legal advice designed to protect their interests and support informed business decisions. Through his work at Sullivan Law and Consulting, Shawn remains dedicated to delivering trusted counsel in business, corporate, and international matters.
About Contracts Agreements Law
Contract attorneys draft, review, and negotiate agreements to protect clients' interests. They help resolve disputes when contracts are breached. Common matters include contract drafting, contract review, negotiations, breach of contract.
Credentials
Education
2014 Georgetown University Law Center LL.M - Master of Laws 1993 University of Cambridge Faculty of Law LL.M - Master of Laws 1986 University of Mississippi School of Law JD - Juris Doctor 1983 University of Mississippi BA - Bachelor of Arts N/A University of London Queen Mary School of Law Pg. Diploma
Languages
English | Spanish
Recognition & Involvement
Awards
2020 Fulbright Scholar at the University of Latvia Faculty of Law, Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs, U.S. Dept. of State 2014 Recommended Attorney in Business Law, Global Law Experts
Publications
2006 Organization for Security and Cooperation in Europe OSCE's Best-Practice Guide for a Positive Business and Investment. Climate, Co-Author with Barry Kolodkin and Olga Moreva 2004 Plant Physiology Plant Genetic Resources and the Law - Past, Present, and Future 2001 Encyclopedia of Mississippi Law "Liens" Book Chapter 2001 Encyclopedia of Mississippi Law "Assignments" Book Chapter Co-Author 1997 Mississippi Business Law Journal Some Basics of Establishing a Business in the People's Republic of China, Co-Author with Jerome C. Hafter
Associations
2018 - Present University of Southern California Gould School of Law Lecturer in Law 2015 - Present Stevenson University Adjunct Professor - International Business Law 2015 - Present University of Derby (UK) Associate Academic - Intellectual Property Law 2013 - Present Centre for Commercial Law Studies, University of London (Queen Mary) Tutor in Intellectual Property 1989 - Present Bar Association of the District of Columbia Member
Speaking
2004 Seeds of Change: Intellectual Property Protection for Agricultural Biotechnology Intellectual Property in Agricultural Biotechnology 2002 Next Harvest – Advancing Biotechnology’s Public Good Intellectual Property
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Updated: Jul 28, 2026