Atty. Brendan McGivern

Atty. Brendan McGivern

Brendan McGivern is a lawyer practicing international trade. Brendan received a M.A. degree from Norman Paterson School of International Affairs, Carleton University, Ottawa in 1981, and has been licensed for 39 years.

Washington Washington 39 yrs experience 39 year
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About Brendan McGivern at a glance

Brendan McGivern is a international attorney based in Washington, District of Columbia. They have 39+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1987. Admitted to practice in Ontario, Canada (1987). Educated at University of British Columbia (LL.B., 1984) and Norman Paterson School of International Affairs, Carleton University, Ottawa (M.A., 1981). Serands clients in Washington, DC and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Brendan McGivern is a lawyer practicing international trade
  • Brendan received a M.A. degree from Norman Paterson School of International Affairs, Carleton University, Ottawa in 1981, and has been licensed for 39 years
  • Brendan practices in Washington, DC

Practice Areas Explained

Brendan McGivern's Areas of Practice

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

International Law

International law attorneys for cross-border transactions, trade, foreign investment, and treaties.

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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 Brendan McGivern's law office located?
Brendan McGivern's law practice is located in Washington, District of Columbia. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Brendan McGivern handle?
Brendan McGivern focuses on international. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in District of Columbia.
How long has Brendan McGivern practiced law?
Brendan McGivern has 39+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1987.
Where did Brendan McGivern go to law school?
Brendan McGivern earned their education at (LL.B., 1984); (M.A., 1981).
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Practice Areas

Education

LL.B.
University of British Columbia
- 1984
M.A.
Norman Paterson School of International Affairs, Carleton University, Ottawa
- 1981

Bar Admissions

Ontario, Canada
Admitted: 1987

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