Atty. Christian D. Abel

Atty. Christian D. Abel

Christian D. Abel is a lawyer.

Alexandria Alexandria 37 yrs experience 37 year
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About Christian D. Abel at a glance

Christian D. Abel is an attorney based in Alexandria, Virginia. They have 37+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1989. Admitted to practice in Indiana (1989), U.S. District Court, Northern and Southern Districts of Indiana (1989), U.S. Court of Appeals, Fourth Circuit (1990), and Virginia (1991). Educated at George Washington University National Law Center (J.D., 1989) and Indiana University (B.S. Biochem., 1986). Serands clients in Alexandria, VA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

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  • Christian D. Abel is a lawyer
  • Christian D. received a B.S. degree from Indiana University in 1986, and has been licensed for 37 years
  • Christian D. practices in Alexandria, VA

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Virginia

Practicing law in Virginia. Legal matters in Virginia are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Alexandria are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Virginia state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Virginia 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 Virginia courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Where is Christian D. Abel's law office located?
Christian D. Abel's law practice is located in Alexandria, Virginia. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
How long has Christian D. Abel practiced law?
Christian D. Abel has 37+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1989.
Where did Christian D. Abel go to law school?
Christian D. Abel earned their education at (J.D., 1989); (B.S. Biochem., 1986).
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Education

J.D.
George Washington University National Law Center
- 1989
B.S. Biochem.
Indiana University
- 1986

Bar Admissions

Indiana
Admitted: 1989
U.S. District Court, Northern and Southern Districts of Indiana
Admitted: 1989
U.S. Court of Appeals, Fourth Circuit
Admitted: 1990
Virginia
Admitted: 1991
U.S. District Court, District of Maryland
Admitted: 1991
U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Virginia
Admitted: 1992
U.S. Bankruptcy Court, Eastern District of Virginia
Admitted: 1993
District of Columbia
Admitted: 1994

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