Atty. Dana T Ackerly

Atty. Dana T Ackerly

Dana T Ackerly is a lawyer practicing corporate, financial markets and services, securities & investment fraud and 2 other areas of law. Dana received a B.A. degree from Williams College in 1965, and has been licensed for 56 years.

Washington Washington 56 Years Experience 56 year
Call (771) 244-1984

Profile Summary

About Dana T Ackerly at a glance

Dana T Ackerly is a Senior Counsel based in Washington, District of Columbia, practicing at Covington And Burling Llp. They have 56+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1970. Their practice focuses on business, securities, and consumer. Admitted to practice in New York (1970) and District of Columbia (1971). Educated at Harvard Law School (J.D., 1969) and Williams College (B.A., 1965). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serves clients in Washington, DC and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Dana T Ackerly is a lawyer practicing corporate, financial markets and services, securities & investment fraud and 2 other areas of law
  • Dana received a B.A. degree from Williams College in 1965, and has been licensed for 56 years
  • Dana practices at Covington & Burling LLP in Washington, DC

Practice Areas Explained

Dana T Ackerly's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Dana T Ackerly handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

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Securities Law

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Consumer Protection

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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 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.

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Frequently Asked

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Where is Dana T Ackerly's law office located?
Dana T Ackerly'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 Dana T Ackerly handle?
Dana T Ackerly focuses on business, securities, consumer. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in District of Columbia.
How long has Dana T Ackerly practiced law?
Dana T Ackerly has 56+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1970.
Where did Dana T Ackerly go to law school?
Dana T Ackerly earned their education at (J.D., 1969); (B.A., 1965).
How can I contact Dana T Ackerly for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Dana T Ackerly received?
Dana T Ackerly's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Harvard Law School
- 1969
B.A.
Williams College
- 1965

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

New York
Admitted: 1970
District of Columbia
Admitted: 1971

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