Atty. Charles Gary Cole

Atty. Charles Gary Cole

Mr. Charles Gary Cole is a lawyer practicing international law, antitrust & trade law, american indian affairs and 5 other areas of law.

Washington Washington 50 yrs experience 50 year
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Profile Summary

About Charles Gary Cole at a glance

Charles Gary Cole is a Partner based in Washington, District of Columbia, practicing at Steptoe Llp. They have 50+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1976. Their practice focuses on employment, bankruptcy, litigation, appellate, and international. Admitted to practice in District of Columbia U.S. Supreme Court U.S. Court of Appeals, First, Second, Third, Fourth, Fifth, (1976) and California (1991). Educated at Harvard Law School (J.D., 1976) and Yale College (B.A., 1973). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Washington, DC and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Mr. Charles Gary Cole is a lawyer practicing international law, antitrust & trade law, american indian affairs and 5 other areas of law
  • Charles received a B.A. degree from Yale College in 1973, and has been licensed for 50 years
  • Charles practices at Steptoe LLP in Washington, DC

Practice Areas Explained

Charles Gary Cole's Areas of Practice

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

Employment Law

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Bankruptcy & Debt

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Civil Litigation

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Appellate Practice

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International Law

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Charles Gary Cole is one of 40,133 international attorneys indexed nationally. Browse international attorneys in District of Columbia →

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 Charles Gary Cole

Where is Charles Gary Cole's law office located?
Charles Gary Cole's law practice is located in Washington, District of Columbia. The firm is Steptoe Llp. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Charles Gary Cole handle?
Charles Gary Cole focuses on employment, bankruptcy, litigation, appellate, international. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in District of Columbia.
How long has Charles Gary Cole practiced law?
Charles Gary Cole has 50+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1976.
Where did Charles Gary Cole go to law school?
Charles Gary Cole earned their education at (J.D., 1976); (B.A., 1973).
How can I contact Charles Gary Cole for a consultation?
You can contact Charles Gary Cole directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has Charles Gary Cole received?
Charles Gary Cole's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Harvard Law School
- 1976
B.A.
Yale College
- 1973

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

District of Columbia U.S. Supreme Court U.S. Court of Appeals, First, Second, Third, Fourth, Fifth,
Admitted: 1976
California
Admitted: 1991

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