Atty. Christopher Justin Hanson

Atty. Christopher Justin Hanson

Christopher Justin Hanson is a lawyer practicing government, litigation, corporate & incorporation and 4 other areas of law. Christopher received a M.Div. degree from Harvard University in 2010, and has been licensed for 14 years.

Washington Washington 14 yrs experience 14 year
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About Christopher Justin Hanson at a glance

Christopher Justin Hanson is an Attorney based in Washington, District of Columbia, practicing at Covington And Burling Llp. They have 14+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2012. Their practice focuses on formation, tax, litigation, environmental, and government. Admitted to practice in Wisconsin (2012) and District of Columbia (2014). Educated at Northwestern University School of Law (J.D., 2012) and Harvard University (M.Div. Yale, 2010). Serands clients in Washington, DC and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Christopher Justin Hanson is a lawyer practicing government, litigation, corporate & incorporation and 4 other areas of law
  • Christopher received a M.Div. degree from Harvard University in 2010, and has been licensed for 14 years
  • Christopher practices at Covington & Burling LLP in Washington, DC

Practice Areas Explained

Christopher Justin Hanson's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Christopher Justin Hanson handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Business Formation

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Tax Law

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Civil Litigation

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Environmental Law

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Government & Administrative Law

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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 Christopher Justin Hanson

Where is Christopher Justin Hanson's law office located?
Christopher Justin Hanson's law practice is located in Washington, District of Columbia. The firm is Covington And Burling Llp. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Christopher Justin Hanson handle?
Christopher Justin Hanson focuses on formation, tax, litigation, environmental, government. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in District of Columbia.
How long has Christopher Justin Hanson practiced law?
Christopher Justin Hanson has 14+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2012.
Where did Christopher Justin Hanson go to law school?
Christopher Justin Hanson earned their education at (J.D., 2012); (M.Div. Yale, 2010).
How can I contact Christopher Justin Hanson for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Northwestern University School of Law
- 2012
M.Div. Yale
Harvard University
- 2010

Bar Admissions

Wisconsin
Admitted: 2012
District of Columbia
Admitted: 2014

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