John Berry, Esq.

Nationwide security clearance lawyer, federal employment lawyer, law enforcement lawyer and Michigan Wolverine.

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Honored to be included in the Washingtonian 2025 Top Employment Lawyers list. https://t.co/4mIjEmd78q

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The Biggest Mistakes People Make in the Security Clearance Process

From overexplaining to guessing at key details, applicants frequently undermine their own credibility during security interviews.
https://t.co/dCPzDfOQck

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Can Reporting a Security Concern Hurt Your Clearance?

Many clearance holders stay silent and don't report a security concern, fearing that it could make them a target.
https://t.co/Oy6jawbdJy

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THC-Infused Drinks and Security Clearances: A Growing Risk for Clearance Holders

For security clearance holders and applicants, the availability of THC-infused drinks can create a dangerous misconception.
https://t.co/wGt92Xwomt

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Should You Ever Leave Information Off Your SF-86?

Security clearance applicants often ask a deceptively simple question: Should I ever leave information off the SF-86?
https://t.co/Z5qKYVWeMe

[John Berry, Esq. @JohnBerryDC]

@ClearanceJobs Excellent article. This happens a lot and employers either make it a security concern, try to make employees pay back salary earned or refer to agencies for debarment of government contracts or criminal issues.

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The Security Clearance Risks of AI Companions and Chatbots

From work details to personal struggles, security experts warn that AI tools could expose cleared professionals to new vulnerabilities.
https://t.co/C7NBzKHKL6

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Pre-Clearance Screening Forms Before the SF-86: What Applicants Should Know

For many applicants seeking government contractor positions, the first security clearance form they receive is no longer always the SF-86.
https://t.co/HgWDceVc6O

[John Berry, Esq. @JohnBerryDC]

@ProfJimRyan Your speech, just like your presidency, was perfect. Presidents like you are rare. UVA and the Class of 2026 was honored to have you as their President and speaker. Thank you for all you did for UVA.

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Moving from Federal Service to a Contractor Role: Security Clearance Considerations

Moving from federal service to a contractor role can be a positive career step, but it is not without security clearance considerations.
https://t.co/WYd7EbFMqI

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A federal jury convicted Sohaib Akhter, 34, of Alexandria, Virgina, yesterday on charges of conspiracy to commit computer fraud, password trafficking, and possession of a firearm by a prohibited person.

“Sohaib Akhter harmed Americans who trusted their government with personal information and sensitive requests,” said Assistant Attorney General A. Tysen Duva. “His conviction shows that getting fired from a job is not an invitation to retaliate.”

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Hemp, Edibles, and Security Clearances: Why Recent Changes Don’t Reduce the Risk

Despite shifting laws and booming sales, hemp-derived edibles still pose real risks for security clearance holders under federal standards.
https://t.co/2ShDypWLvI

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Marijuana Reclassification and Security Clearances: Have Any Rules Changed?

Reclassification headlines are fueling confusion—but the reality for cleared professionals is far less forgiving.
https://t.co/v5Fnisiji5

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A new article for #federalemployees seeking their own information through the #privacyact. https://t.co/0j1stSQdEO

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@ClearanceJobs Excellent article!

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Terminations and Your Security Clearance: What You Need to Know

Employment terminations are a common concern for both security clearance applicants and current clearance holders.
https://t.co/wxA80SCyFM

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Are Prediction Markets a Security Clearance Risk?

Prediction markets are trending—but for clearance holders, they’re risky. Here’s why betting on world events could jeopardize your clearance.
https://t.co/7a676pWEZX

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Representing Yourself (or Being Represented) at a Security Clearance Personal Appearance: What to Expect

For many security clearance applicants and holders, the opportunity for a personal appearance is an important stage in the clearance process.
https://t.co/uqP5oG0gvO

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Appealing a DOJ Security Clearance Denial: What to Know About the ARC Process

When a DOJ agency, such as the FBI, denies or revokes a security clearance, the process does not necessarily end there.
https://t.co/w0J0yh1uez

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DCSA’s New “Pizza Tracker” Could Change the Clearance Process

DCSA is rolling out a long-anticipated update to the security clearance process: a new Individual Engagement Platform (IEP) designed to give applicants greater visibility into their case stat
https://t.co/28nkzkB3hN

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AI Is Changing Cleared Work—But Not How You Think

For individuals holding or seeking a security clearance, AI brings both opportunity and pressure to adapt.
https://t.co/mttF0sG4ul