Atty. Charles J Benner

Atty. Charles J Benner

Mr. Charles J Benner is a lawyer practicing international trade, transportation, environmental and 4 other areas of law.

Washington Washington 53 yrs experience 53 year
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About Charles J Benner at a glance

Charles J Benner is a Member based in Washington, District of Columbia, practicing at Thompson Coburn LLP. They have 53+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1973. Their practice focuses on litigation, environmental, government, maritime, and international. Admitted to practice in District of Columbia (1973), U.S. Court of Appeals for the District of Columbia Circuit (1976), U.S. Supreme Court (1977), and U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit (1980). Educated at Georgetown University Law Center (J.D., 1973) and American University, School of International Service (B.A., 1970). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of The District of Columbia Bar Maritime Administrative Bar Association. Serands clients in Washington, DC and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Mr. Charles J Benner is a lawyer practicing international trade, transportation, environmental and 4 other areas of law
  • Charles received a B.A. degree from American University, School of International Service in 1970, and has been licensed for 53 years
  • Charles practices at Thompson Coburn LLP in Washington, DC

Practice Areas Explained

Charles J Benner's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Charles J Benner 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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Environmental Law

Environmental attorneys for regulatory compliance, contamination, land use, and natural resource law.

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Government & Administrative Law

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

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Maritime & Admiralty Law

Maritime attorneys for Jones Act claims, longshore injury, cruise ship cases, and offshore matters.

Charles J Benner is one of 11,568 maritime attorneys indexed nationally. Browse maritime attorneys in District of Columbia →

International Law

International law attorneys for cross-border transactions, trade, foreign investment, and treaties.

Charles J Benner 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 J Benner

Where is Charles J Benner's law office located?
Charles J Benner's law practice is located in Washington, District of Columbia. The firm is Thompson Coburn LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Charles J Benner handle?
Charles J Benner focuses on litigation, environmental, government, maritime, international. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in District of Columbia.
How long has Charles J Benner practiced law?
Charles J Benner has 53+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1973.
Where did Charles J Benner go to law school?
Charles J Benner earned their education at (J.D., 1973); (B.A., 1970).
How can I contact Charles J Benner for a consultation?
You can contact Charles J Benner 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 J Benner received?
Charles J Benner's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Georgetown University Law Center
- 1973
B.A.
American University, School of International Service
- 1970

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

District of Columbia
Admitted: 1973
U.S. Court of Appeals for the District of Columbia Circuit
Admitted: 1976
U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 1977
U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit
Admitted: 1980
U.S. Court of Appeals, Fourth Circuit
Admitted: 2000

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