Atty. Christopher James Terhune

Atty. Christopher James Terhune

Christopher James Terhune is a lawyer practicing litigation, tax, appeals. Christopher received a B.A. degree from DePauw University in 2002, and has been licensed for 21 years.

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About Christopher James Terhune at a glance

Christopher James Terhune is an Associate based in Washington, District of Columbia, practicing at Vinson And Elkins Llp. They have 21+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2005. Their practice focuses on tax, litigation, and appellate. Admitted to practice in Virginia (2005) and District of Columbia (2008). Educated at University of Virginia School of Law (J.D., 2005) and DePauw University (B.A. Chemistry, 2002). Serands clients in Washington, DC and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Christopher James Terhune is a lawyer practicing litigation, tax, appeals
  • Christopher received a B.A. degree from DePauw University in 2002, and has been licensed for 21 years
  • Christopher practices at Vinson & Elkins LLP in Washington, DC

Practice Areas Explained

Christopher James Terhune's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Christopher James Terhune handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Tax Law

Tax attorneys handle IRS audits, tax debt, international tax, estate planning, and tax court litigation.

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Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

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Appellate Practice

Appellate attorneys for civil and criminal appeals at state and federal court.

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in District of Columbia

Practicing law in District of Columbia. Legal matters in District of Columbia are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Washington are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate District of Columbia state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in District of Columbia brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in District of Columbia courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Christopher James Terhune

Where is Christopher James Terhune's law office located?
Christopher James Terhune's law practice is located in Washington, District of Columbia. The firm is Vinson And Elkins Llp. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Christopher James Terhune handle?
Christopher James Terhune focuses on tax, litigation, appellate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in District of Columbia.
How long has Christopher James Terhune practiced law?
Christopher James Terhune has 21+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2005.
Where did Christopher James Terhune go to law school?
Christopher James Terhune earned their education at (J.D., 2005); (B.A. Chemistry, 2002).
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Practice Areas

Education

J.D.
University of Virginia School of Law
- 2005
B.A. Chemistry
DePauw University
- 2002

Bar Admissions

Virginia
Admitted: 2005
District of Columbia
Admitted: 2008

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