Atty. Brian Gregory Rissing

Atty. Brian Gregory Rissing

Brian Gregory Rissing is a lawyer practicing litigation. Brian Gregory received a A.B. degree from Bowdoin College in 1996, and has been licensed for 24 years.

Washington Washington 24 yrs experience 24 year
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About Brian Gregory Rissing at a glance

Brian Gregory Rissing is a Staff Attorney based in Washington, District of Columbia, practicing at Wilmerhale. They have 24+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2002. Their practice focuses on litigation. Admitted to practice in New Jersey (2002), Pennsylvania (2002), and District of Columbia (2007). Educated at Georgia State University College of Law (J.D., 2002) and Bowdoin College (A.B. Biology, 1996). Active member of District of Columbia Bar. Serands clients in Washington, DC and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Brian Gregory Rissing is a lawyer practicing litigation
  • Brian Gregory received a A.B. degree from Bowdoin College in 1996, and has been licensed for 24 years
  • Brian Gregory practices at WilmerHale in Washington, DC

Practice Areas Explained

Brian Gregory Rissing's Areas of Practice

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

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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Where is Brian Gregory Rissing's law office located?
Brian Gregory Rissing'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 Brian Gregory Rissing handle?
Brian Gregory Rissing focuses on litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in District of Columbia.
How long has Brian Gregory Rissing practiced law?
Brian Gregory Rissing has 24+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2002.
Where did Brian Gregory Rissing go to law school?
Brian Gregory Rissing earned their education at (J.D., 2002); (A.B. Biology, 1996).
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Practice Areas

Education

J.D.
Georgia State University College of Law
- 2002
A.B. Biology
Bowdoin College
- 1996

Bar Admissions

New Jersey
Admitted: 2002
Pennsylvania
Admitted: 2002
District of Columbia
Admitted: 2007

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