Experience
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Virginia
Maryland
Rankings and accolades
Chambers USA: Labor & Employment – Virginia (2024 – 2025)
The Legal 500 US: Workplace and Employment Counseling (2025)
Virginia Super Lawyers: Rising Star (2013 – 2015)
Memberships and affiliations
Cooley Special Counsel Oversight Committee, co-chair and founding member (2021 – 2025)
Arlington County Board Human Rights Commission, chair
Washington Ireland Program, host
The Women’s Center, general counsel (2015 – 2016)
Child and Family Network Centers, board member (2013 – 2016)
Helenanne was instrumental in helping us come to the best resolution possible. Her knowledge and expertise helped us negotiate a deal that satisfied all the various stakeholders and for that we are incredibly grateful.
Client 1, Chambers
Helenanne was an outstanding, trusted partner when our company needed her services. She expertly guided us through several complex issues.
Client 2, Chambers
Helenanne is one of the best and most effective labor and employment attorneys I’ve worked with. She brings great commercial knowledge, helpful advice and a real concern for our business.
Client 3, Chambers
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