Atty. Alan Gura

Atty. Alan Gura

Mr. Alan Gura is a lawyer practicing appellate practice, civil rights, constitutional law and 1 other area of law.

Alexandria Alexandria 31 yrs experience 31 year
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About Alan Gura at a glance

Alan Gura is a Member based in Alexandria, Virginia, practicing at Gura PLLC. They have 31+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1995. Their practice focuses on litigation, civil rights, and appellate. Admitted to practice in District of Columbia (1997), U.S. District Court, Southern and Northern Districts of California and U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth (1997), U.S. District Court, District of Columbia (1999), and U.S. District Court, Eastern District of California and U.S. Supreme Court (2000). Educated at Georgetown University (J.D., 1995) and Cornell University B.A. (—). Active member of State Bar of California District of Columbia Bar. Serands clients in Alexandria, VA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Mr. Alan Gura is a lawyer practicing appellate practice, civil rights, constitutional law and 1 other area of law
  • Alan received a B.A. degree from Cornell University, and has been licensed for 31 years
  • Alan practices at Gura PLLC in Alexandria, VA

Practice Areas Explained

Alan Gura's Areas of Practice

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

Civil Litigation

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Civil Rights

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Appellate Practice

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Virginia

Practicing law in Virginia. Legal matters in Virginia are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Alexandria are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Virginia state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Virginia 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 Virginia courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Alan Gura

Where is Alan Gura's law office located?
Alan Gura's law practice is located in Alexandria, Virginia. The firm is Gura PLLC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Alan Gura handle?
Alan Gura focuses on litigation, civil rights, appellate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Virginia.
How long has Alan Gura practiced law?
Alan Gura has 31+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1995.
Where did Alan Gura go to law school?
Alan Gura earned their education at (J.D., 1995); (—).
How can I contact Alan Gura for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Georgetown University
- 1995
Cornell University B.A.
- In Progress

Bar Admissions

District of Columbia
Admitted: 1997
U.S. District Court, Southern and Northern Districts of California and U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth
Admitted: 1997
U.S. District Court, District of Columbia
Admitted: 1999
U.S. District Court, Eastern District of California and U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 2000
U.S. Court of Appeals, Fourth, Eleventh and District of Columbia Circuits
Admitted: 2001
U.S. Court of Appeals, Second Circuit
Admitted: 2002
Virginia
Admitted: 2004

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