Atty. Catharine Friend Easterly

Atty. Catharine Friend Easterly

Hon. Catharine Friend Easterly is a lawyer practicing criminal law, litigation.

Washington Washington 29 yrs experience 29 year
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Profile Summary

About Catharine Friend Easterly at a glance

Catharine Friend Easterly is a Ct. of App. J. based in Washington, District of Columbia. They have 29+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1997. Their practice focuses on criminal defense and litigation. Admitted to practice in New York (1997), US District Court, Southern District of New York (2001), and District of Columbia (2003). Educated at University of Virginia (J.D., 1996) and Yale University (B.A., 1992). Serands clients in Washington, DC and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Hon. Catharine Friend Easterly is a lawyer practicing criminal law, litigation
  • Catharine received a B.A. degree from Yale University in 1992, and has been licensed for 29 years
  • Catharine practices in Washington, DC

Practice Areas Explained

Catharine Friend Easterly's Areas of Practice

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

Criminal Defense

A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.

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Civil Litigation

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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 Catharine Friend Easterly

Where is Catharine Friend Easterly's law office located?
Catharine Friend Easterly's law practice is located in Washington, District of Columbia. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Catharine Friend Easterly handle?
Catharine Friend Easterly focuses on criminal defense, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in District of Columbia.
How long has Catharine Friend Easterly practiced law?
Catharine Friend Easterly has 29+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1997.
Where did Catharine Friend Easterly go to law school?
Catharine Friend Easterly earned their education at (J.D., 1996); (B.A., 1992).
How can I contact Catharine Friend Easterly for a consultation?
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Practice Areas

Education

J.D.
University of Virginia
- 1996
B.A.
Yale University
- 1992

Bar Admissions

New York
Admitted: 1997
US District Court, Southern District of New York
Admitted: 2001
District of Columbia
Admitted: 2003

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