Atty. Alan J. Chaset

Atty. Alan J. Chaset

Alan J. Chaset is a lawyer practicing criminal defense, federal post-conviction, white collar crime.

Arlington Arlington 56 yrs experience 56 year
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About Alan J. Chaset at a glance

Alan J. Chaset is a Member based in Arlington, Virginia, practicing at Law Offices of Alan J. Chaset. They have 56+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1970. Their practice focuses on criminal defense and white collar. Admitted to practice in District of Columbia (1970), Pennsylvania (1988), and Virginia (1992). Educated at Georgetown University Law Center (J.D., 1970) and Clark University (B.A., 1967). Active member of American Bar Association. Serands clients in Arlington, VA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Alan J. Chaset is a lawyer practicing criminal defense, federal post-conviction, white collar crime
  • Alan received a B.A. degree from Clark University in 1967, and has been licensed for 56 years
  • Alan practices at Law Offices of Alan J. Chaset in Arlington, VA

Practice Areas Explained

Alan J. Chaset's Areas of Practice

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

Criminal Defense

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White Collar Crimes

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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 Arlington 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

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Where is Alan J. Chaset's law office located?
Alan J. Chaset's law practice is located in Arlington, Virginia. The firm is Law Offices of Alan J. Chaset. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Alan J. Chaset handle?
Alan J. Chaset focuses on criminal defense, white collar. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Virginia.
How long has Alan J. Chaset practiced law?
Alan J. Chaset has 56+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1970.
Where did Alan J. Chaset go to law school?
Alan J. Chaset earned their education at (J.D., 1970); (B.A., 1967).
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Education

J.D.
Georgetown University Law Center
- 1970
B.A.
Clark University
- 1967

Bar Admissions

District of Columbia
Admitted: 1970
Pennsylvania
Admitted: 1988
Virginia
Admitted: 1992

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