Atty. Brian Paul Sylvester

Atty. Brian Paul Sylvester

Mr. Brian Paul Sylvester is a lawyer practicing corporate, government solutions, fda regulatory and 6 other areas of law.

Washington Washington 17 yrs experience 17 year
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About Brian Paul Sylvester at a glance

Brian Paul Sylvester is an Attorney based in Washington, District of Columbia, practicing at Covington And Burling Llp. They have 17+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2009. Their practice focuses on business, government, and cannabis. Admitted to practice in Connecticut (2009), New York (2009), and District of Columbia (2015). Educated at Cornell University (J.D., 2008) and Dartmouth College (A.B., 2005). Active member of Membership •Member, Food and Drug Law Institute American Bar Association. Serands clients in Washington, DC and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Mr. Brian Paul Sylvester is a lawyer practicing corporate, government solutions, fda regulatory and 6 other areas of law
  • Brian received a A.B. degree from Dartmouth College in 2005, and has been licensed for 17 years
  • Brian practices at Covington & Burling LLP in Washington, DC

Practice Areas Explained

Brian Paul Sylvester's Areas of Practice

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

Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

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Government & Administrative Law

Attorneys for administrative law, agency hearings, government contracts, licensing, and public benefits.

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Cannabis & Marijuana Law

Cannabis attorneys for business licensing, regulatory compliance, and marijuana-related legal matters.

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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 Brian Paul Sylvester

Where is Brian Paul Sylvester's law office located?
Brian Paul Sylvester's law practice is located in Washington, District of Columbia. The firm is Covington And Burling Llp. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Brian Paul Sylvester handle?
Brian Paul Sylvester focuses on business, government, cannabis. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in District of Columbia.
How long has Brian Paul Sylvester practiced law?
Brian Paul Sylvester has 17+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2009.
Where did Brian Paul Sylvester go to law school?
Brian Paul Sylvester earned their education at (J.D., 2008); (A.B., 2005).
How can I contact Brian Paul Sylvester for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Cornell University
- 2008
A.B.
Dartmouth College
- 2005

Bar Admissions

Connecticut
Admitted: 2009
New York
Admitted: 2009
District of Columbia
Admitted: 2015

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