Atty. Bethany S. Smocer

Atty. Bethany S. Smocer

Bethany S. Smocer is a lawyer practicing securities, litigation.

Washington Washington 21 yrs experience 21 year
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About Bethany S. Smocer at a glance

Bethany S. Smocer is a Staff Attorney based in Washington, District of Columbia, practicing at Wilmerhale. They have 21+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2005. Their practice focuses on securities and litigation. Admitted to practice in Virginia (2005) and District of Columbia (2006). Educated at Washington College of Law of American University (J.D., 2005) and University of Richmond (B.A. Leadership, 2002). Serands clients in Washington, DC and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Bethany S. Smocer is a lawyer practicing securities, litigation
  • Bethany S. received a B.A. degree from University of Richmond in 2002, and has been licensed for 21 years
  • Bethany S. practices at WilmerHale in Washington, DC

Practice Areas Explained

Bethany S. Smocer's Areas of Practice

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

Securities Law

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Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

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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 Bethany S. Smocer

Where is Bethany S. Smocer's law office located?
Bethany S. Smocer's law practice is located in Washington, District of Columbia. The firm is Wilmerhale. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Bethany S. Smocer handle?
Bethany S. Smocer focuses on securities, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in District of Columbia.
How long has Bethany S. Smocer practiced law?
Bethany S. Smocer has 21+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2005.
Where did Bethany S. Smocer go to law school?
Bethany S. Smocer earned their education at (J.D., 2005); (B.A. Leadership, 2002).
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Practice Areas

Education

J.D.
Washington College of Law of American University
- 2005
B.A. Leadership
University of Richmond
- 2002

Bar Admissions

Virginia
Admitted: 2005
District of Columbia
Admitted: 2006

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