Atty. Bette M Orr

Atty. Bette M Orr

Bette M Orr is a lawyer practicing alternative dispute resolution, arbitration, bankruptcy & reorganization and 3 other areas of law. Bette received a B.A. degree from Dunbarton College of the Holy Cross in 1974, and has been licensed for 37 years.

Washington Washington 37 yrs experience 37 year
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Profile Summary

About Bette M Orr at a glance

Bette M Orr is a Partner based in Washington, District of Columbia, practicing at Gilbert LLP. They have 37+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1989. Their practice focuses on bankruptcy, chapter 11, insurance, and adr. Admitted to practice in District of Columbia (1989). Educated at Yale Law School (J.D., 1989) and Dunbarton College of the Holy Cross (B.A., 1974). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of District of Columbia Bar. Serands clients in Washington, DC and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Bette M Orr is a lawyer practicing alternative dispute resolution, arbitration, bankruptcy & reorganization and 3 other areas of law
  • Bette received a B.A. degree from Dunbarton College of the Holy Cross in 1974, and has been licensed for 37 years
  • Bette practices at Gilbert LLP in Washington, DC and 1 other location

Practice Areas Explained

Bette M Orr's Areas of Practice

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

Bankruptcy & Debt

A bankruptcy attorney can help you eliminate debt, stop creditor harassment, and protect your home through Chapter 7 or Chapter 13.

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Chapter 11 Bankruptcy

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Insurance Law

Insurance attorneys for coverage disputes, bad faith claims, denied claims, and policy disputes.

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Mediation & Arbitration

Mediators and arbitrators for civil, commercial, family, and employment dispute resolution.

Bette M Orr is one of 73,906 adr attorneys indexed nationally. Browse adr attorneys in District of Columbia →

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 Bette M Orr

Where is Bette M Orr's law office located?
Bette M Orr's law practice is located in Washington, District of Columbia. The firm is Gilbert LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Bette M Orr handle?
Bette M Orr focuses on bankruptcy, chapter 11, insurance, adr. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in District of Columbia.
How long has Bette M Orr practiced law?
Bette M Orr has 37+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1989.
Where did Bette M Orr go to law school?
Bette M Orr earned their education at (J.D., 1989); (B.A., 1974).
How can I contact Bette M Orr for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Bette M Orr received?
Bette M Orr's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
Yale Law School
- 1989
B.A.
Dunbarton College of the Holy Cross
- 1974

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

District of Columbia
Admitted: 1989

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