Atty. Dan Backer
Mr. Dan Backer is a lawyer practicing public finance & tax exempt finance, government, election campaigns & political law.
Election Campaigns & Political Law & More Attorney · Serving Washington, DC · 17+ Years Experience
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About Dan Backer at a Glance
Dan Backer is a Member based in Washington, District of Columbia, practicing at Chalmers, Adams, Backer & Kaufman, LLC. They have 17+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2009. Their practice focuses on tax and government. Admitted to practice in Virginia (2009) and District of Columbia (2010). Educated at George Mason University Antonin Scalia School of Law J.D. (—) and George Washington University Graduate School of Political Management M.A. Political Management and Masters Certificate in PAC University of Massachusetts Amherst B.A. Political Science (—). Serves clients in Washington, DC and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Dan Backer
- Mr. Dan Backer is a lawyer practicing public finance & tax exempt finance, government, election campaigns & political law
- Dan received a M.A. degree from George Washington University Graduate School of Political Management, and has been licensed for 17 years
- Dan practices at Chalmers, Adams, Backer & Kaufman, LLC in Washington, DC
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Dan Backer's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Dan Backer handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Washington.
Tax Law in Washington
Tax attorneys handle IRS audits, tax debt, international tax, estate planning, and tax court litigation.
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Government & Administrative Law in Washington
Attorneys for administrative law, agency hearings, government contracts, licensing, and public benefits.
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Why Local Counsel Matters in Washington
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 venue, 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.
Washington Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Washington-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Washington Choose Dan Backer
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish Dan Backer's practice in the field of tax and government.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Dan Backer brings 17+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in Virginia and District of Columbia, Dan Backer can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering tax and government, Dan Backer can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Washington
A Washington-based practice means Dan Backer attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
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Common Legal Issues Dan Backer Handles in Washington
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