Charles Wayne

Charles Wayne serves as a Professorial Lecturer in Law at The George Washington University Law School while maintaining an active partnership at DLA Piper LLP (US). His dual career spans academic instruction in legal practice and high-stakes litigation across civil and criminal domains.

Education:

• BA, Wesleyan University
• JD, University of North Carolina

Research and Practice Focus: Mr. Wayne specializes in complex civil litigation with concentrated expertise in employment-related business disputes and professional liability cases, particularly malpractice allegations against legal, accounting, and insurance professionals. His practice further encompasses white collar criminal defense and corporate litigation, informed by extensive trial and appellate experience. This practical foundation directly shapes his academic contributions to legal education.

Professional Recognition:

• Top Washington Lawyer in Corporate Litigation (The Washington Business Journal)

Academic Engagement: He regularly conducts training programs for the National Institute for Trial Advocacy, bridging theoretical legal education with real-world courtroom skills development for practitioners.