Atty. Benjamin S. Sharp
Benjamin S. Sharp is a lawyer practicing antitrust law, civil litigation, federal criminal law and 3 other areas of law.
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Benjamin S. Sharp is a Partner based in Washington, District of Columbia, practicing at Perkins Coie LLP. They have 52+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1974. Their practice focuses on criminal defense, federal crimes, litigation, environmental, and appellate. Admitted to practice in Pennsylvania U.S. Supreme Court U.S. Court of Appeals, First Circuit U.S. Court of Appeals, Second C (1974) and District of Columbia U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit U.S. Court of Appeals, District of Columbi (1975). Educated at Dickinson School of Law of the Pennsylvania State University (J.D., 1973) and Lafayette College (B.A., 1966). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serves clients in Washington, DC and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- Benjamin S. Sharp is a lawyer practicing antitrust law, civil litigation, federal criminal law and 3 other areas of law
- Benjamin received a B.A. degree from Lafayette College in 1966, and has been licensed for 52 years
- Benjamin practices at Perkins Coie LLP in Washington, DC
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Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.
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Environmental attorneys for regulatory compliance, contamination, land use, and natural resource law.
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Appellate attorneys for civil and criminal appeals at state and federal court.
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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 venue, 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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