Atty. Christopher M. Brown
Christopher M. Brown is a lawyer practicing civil litigation, commercial litigation, franchise law and 5 other areas of law.
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About Christopher M. Brown at a glance
Christopher M. Brown is a Member based in Washington, District of Columbia, practicing at Ackerman Brown. They have 36+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1990. Their practice focuses on criminal defense, estate planning, employment, business, and bankruptcy. Admitted to practice in Texas (1990), District of Columbia (2007), Virginia (2007), and Maryland (2009). Educated at South Texas College of Law (J.D., 1990) and University of Texas at Austin (B.A., 1987). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Washington, DC and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- Christopher M. Brown is a lawyer practicing civil litigation, commercial litigation, franchise law and 5 other areas of law
- Christopher received a B.A. degree from University of Texas at Austin in 1987, and has been licensed for 36 years
- Christopher practices at Ackerman Brown in Washington, DC
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Christopher M. Brown's Areas of Practice
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A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.
Christopher M. Brown is one of 214,271 criminal defense attorneys indexed nationally. Browse criminal defense attorneys in District of Columbia →
An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.
Christopher M. Brown is one of 226,537 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in District of Columbia →
Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.
Christopher M. Brown is one of 169,120 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in District of Columbia →
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
Christopher M. Brown is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in District of Columbia →
A bankruptcy attorney can help you eliminate debt, stop creditor harassment, and protect your home through Chapter 7 or Chapter 13.
Christopher M. Brown is one of 105,321 bankruptcy attorneys indexed nationally. Browse bankruptcy 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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