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OUR FIRM

Thoughtful counsel
starts with listening.

Before we talk about documents or deadlines, we want to understand what brought you here.

A place for a thoughtful conversation.

A personal approach
to important decisions.

Founded in 1993 in Alexandria, Virginia, Mulder & Scully began with a shared conviction: the truth is in the details. The relationship is part of the work. We want you to feel comfortable asking questions, bringing up concerns, and telling us when something needs a clearer explanation.

Our practice brings together estate planning, real estate, small business counsel, and whistleblower protection. For matters that leave a digital trail, our cybersecurity unit adds a different set of eyes.

We take the time to see those connections and keep your priorities at the center of the conversation.

OUR FOUNDER · EST. 1993

Chris Carter

The origin of an unusual practice.

Every firm has an origin story. Ours begins with a belief in independent thinking—and a preference for questions that refuse to go away.

In the world of this fictional practice, Carter brought together two very different perspectives. The shared brief was simple: examine the evidence, keep asking questions, and pay attention to the details.

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THE PARTNERS

Two perspectives.
One careful approach.

FOUNDING PARTNER

Fox Mulder, J.D.

Fox follows the questions that deserve a second look. His work centers on whistleblower protection, complex disputes, and patterns that are easy to overlook in a crowded file.

A theory is a starting point. Evidence is the work.

FOUNDING PARTNER

Dana Scully, M.D., J.D.

Dana brings both medical and legal training to the table. Her approach combines scientific discipline, careful analysis, and a clear explanation of what the evidence actually supports.

Every conclusion should survive a closer examination.

WORKING TOGETHER

What you can expect.

Room for your questions.

You don’t need to know the legal terminology. Start with what’s on your mind.

A clear next step.

We talk through the work involved, the information we need, and how we’ll move forward.

Attention to the details.

Careful preparation and direct communication help keep the important pieces in view.

A closer look.