Independent counsel for consequential decisions

Dry Mill Consulting

A Trusted, Practical Alternative

Practical legal, regulatory, investment, and business advisory perspective from C. Scott Hataway, an award-winning lawyer, investor, and speaker.

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Independent judgment

Expertise

Clear judgment across law, business, and markets.

Regulatory Strategy

Guidance for businesses navigating complex competition, trade, and regulatory environments.

Government Engagement

Perspective shaped by appearances before leading U.S., European, and Asian enforcement authorities.

Disputes and Investigations

Business-oriented counsel informed by state and federal court experience and agency-facing matters.

Investment Advisory

Practical advice from an active investor across public markets, commercial real estate, and venture capital.

Executive Sounding Board

Independent judgment for leaders weighing risk, opportunity, negotiation posture, and next moves.

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Scott brings the perspective of a global practice leader, agency advocate, investor, and business advisor to focused conversations with clients.

About Scott

C. Scott Hataway

Scott Hataway is an award-winning lawyer, investor, and speaker, having served as global practice chair in one of the world's largest law firms. Scott has built a reputation for business-oriented problem solving.

Financial Times has recognized his work in its annual North America Innovative Lawyers report, and Chambers highlights his "stellar" work on global regulatory issues. In addition to state and federal court appearances, he has appeared before the U.S. Department of Justice, U.S. Federal Trade Commission, the U.S. Department of State, the Office of the U.S. Trade Representative, the European Commission, China's Ministry of Commerce, the Korea Fair Trade Commission, and the Japan Fair Trade Commission.

Scott is also an accomplished investor and business advisor, with a broad portfolio spanning the public markets, commercial real estate, and venture capital.

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Contact

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For inquiries, speaking requests, or advisory conversations, contact Scott directly.

Email inquiries@drymillconsulting.com Phone (202) 743-5774

Location Dry Mill Road, Leesburg VA 20175