Atty. Adam Howard Charnes

Atty. Adam Howard Charnes

Mr. Adam Howard Charnes is a lawyer practicing appellate & supreme court, class action, constitutional litigation and 2 other areas of law.

Washington Washington 33 yrs experience 33 year
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Profile Summary

About Adam Howard Charnes at a glance

Adam Howard Charnes is a Partner based in Washington, District of Columbia, practicing at Kilpatrick Townsend And Stockton Llp. They have 33+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1993. Their practice focuses on business, class action, litigation, civil rights, and appellate. Admitted to practice in Pennsylvania (Inactive) (1993), U.S. Court of Appeals for the D.C. Circuit (1993), U.S. District Court for the District of Columbia (1994), and U.S. Court of Appeals for the Fourth Circuit (1994). Educated at Harvard Law School (J.D., 1991) and Princeton University (A.B., 1988). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Washington, DC and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Mr. Adam Howard Charnes is a lawyer practicing appellate & supreme court, class action, constitutional litigation and 2 other areas of law
  • Adam received a A.B. degree from Princeton University in 1988, and has been licensed for 33 years
  • Adam practices at Kilpatrick Townsend & Stockton LLP in Washington, DC and 1 other location

Practice Areas Explained

Adam Howard Charnes's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Adam Howard Charnes handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

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Class Action

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Civil Litigation

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Civil Rights

Civil rights attorneys for discrimination, police misconduct, constitutional rights, and civil liberties cases.

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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 Adam Howard Charnes

Where is Adam Howard Charnes's law office located?
Adam Howard Charnes's law practice is located in Washington, District of Columbia. The firm is Kilpatrick Townsend And Stockton Llp. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Adam Howard Charnes handle?
Adam Howard Charnes focuses on business, class action, litigation, civil rights, appellate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in District of Columbia.
How long has Adam Howard Charnes practiced law?
Adam Howard Charnes has 33+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1993.
Where did Adam Howard Charnes go to law school?
Adam Howard Charnes earned their education at (J.D., 1991); (A.B., 1988).
How can I contact Adam Howard Charnes for a consultation?
You can contact Adam Howard Charnes directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has Adam Howard Charnes received?
Adam Howard Charnes's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Harvard Law School
- 1991
A.B.
Princeton University
- 1988

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Pennsylvania (Inactive)
Admitted: 1993
U.S. Court of Appeals for the D.C. Circuit
Admitted: 1993
U.S. District Court for the District of Columbia
Admitted: 1994
U.S. Court of Appeals for the Fourth Circuit
Admitted: 1994
District of Columbia
Admitted: 1994
U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 1997
U.S. Court of Appeals for the First Circuit
Admitted: 1998
U.S. District Court for the Western District of Michigan
Admitted: 1998
U.S. Court of Appeals for the Eleventh Circuit
Admitted: 1999
U.S. Court of Appeals for the Sixth Circuit
Admitted: 2000
North Carolina
Admitted: 2003
U.S. District Court for the Middle District of North Carolina
Admitted: 2004
U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of North Carolina
Admitted: 2005
U.S. District Court for the Western District of North Carolina
Admitted: 2005
U.S. Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit
Admitted: 2007
U.S. Court of Appeals for the Second Circuit
Admitted: 2007
U.S. Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit
Admitted: 2009
U.S. Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit
Admitted: 2009
U.S. Court of Appeals for the Tenth Circuit
Admitted: 2010
Texas
Admitted: 2014
Tennessee
Admitted: 2023

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