Atty. Amy Leigh Starzynski

Atty. Amy Leigh Starzynski

Ms. Amy Leigh Starzynski is a lawyer practicing school & college law.

Washington Washington 30 yrs experience 30 year
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About Amy Leigh Starzynski at a glance

Amy Leigh Starzynski is a Partner based in Washington, District of Columbia, practicing at Nelson Mullins Riley & Scarborough LLP. They have 30+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1996. Their practice focuses on education. Admitted to practice in Georgia (1996), District of Columbia (2006), Wyoming (2015), and Pennsylvania (2019). Educated at Georgia State University College of Law J.D. (—) and University of Georgia B.A. Journalism (—). Active member of District of Columbia Bar. Serands clients in Washington, DC and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Ms. Amy Leigh Starzynski is a lawyer practicing school & college law
  • Amy received a B.A. degree from University of Georgia, and has been licensed for 30 years
  • Amy practices at Nelson Mullins Riley & Scarborough LLP in Washington, DC

Practice Areas Explained

Amy Leigh Starzynski's Areas of Practice

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

Education Law

Education attorneys for special education (IEP), school discipline, Title IX, and student rights.

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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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Where is Amy Leigh Starzynski's law office located?
Amy Leigh Starzynski's law practice is located in Washington, District of Columbia. The firm is Nelson Mullins Riley & Scarborough LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Amy Leigh Starzynski handle?
Amy Leigh Starzynski focuses on education. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in District of Columbia.
How long has Amy Leigh Starzynski practiced law?
Amy Leigh Starzynski has 30+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1996.
Where did Amy Leigh Starzynski go to law school?
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Practice Areas

Education

Georgia State University College of Law J.D.
- In Progress
University of Georgia B.A. Journalism
- In Progress

Bar Admissions

Georgia
Admitted: 1996
District of Columbia
Admitted: 2006
Wyoming
Admitted: 2015
Pennsylvania
Admitted: 2019

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