Atty. Charles E Buffon
Charles E Buffon is a lawyer practicing antitrust & consumer law, antitrust counseling & compliance, distribution and 10 other areas of law. Charles received a A.B. degree from Dartmouth College, and has been licensed for 61 years.
Antitrust & Consumer Law & More Attorney · Serving Washington, DC · 61+ Years Experience
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About Charles E Buffon at a Glance
Charles E Buffon is a Senior Counsel based in Washington, District of Columbia, practicing at Covington And Burling Llp. They have 61+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1965. Their practice focuses on business, ip, securities, litigation, and consumer. Admitted to practice in District of Columbia (1965). Educated at Harvard University Law School LL.B - Bachelor of Laws (—) and Dartmouth College A.B. magna cum laude Dartmouth College A.B. with highest distinction in International Relations Dartmouth College A.B. Phi Beta Kappa Dartmouth College A.B. Daniel Webster D (—). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serves clients in Washington, DC and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Charles E Buffon
- Charles E Buffon is a lawyer practicing antitrust & consumer law, antitrust counseling & compliance, distribution and 10 other areas of law
- Charles received a A.B. degree from Dartmouth College, and has been licensed for 61 years
- Charles practices at Covington & Burling LLP in Washington, DC
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Charles E Buffon's Areas of Legal Practice
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Business & Corporate Law in Washington
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Intellectual Property in Washington
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Securities Law in Washington
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Civil Litigation in Washington
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Consumer Protection in Washington
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Why Local Counsel Matters in Washington
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 venue, 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.
Washington Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Washington-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Why Clients in Washington Choose Charles E Buffon
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish Charles E Buffon's practice in the field of business, ip, securities, litigation, and consumer.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Charles E Buffon brings 61+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering business, ip, and securities, Charles E Buffon can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Washington
A Washington-based practice means Charles E Buffon attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
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Common Legal Issues Charles E Buffon Handles in Washington
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