General Practice Attorney · Serving Washington, DC · 57+ Years Experience
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About Daniel M. Katz at a Glance
Daniel M. Katz is a Member based in Washington, District of Columbia, practicing at Katz & Ranzman, P.C.. They have 57+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1969. Admitted to practice in District of Columbia (1969), US District Court for the District of Columbia (1969), US Supreme Court (1973), and Virginia (1978). Educated at University of Chicago (J.D., 1969) and University of Michigan (B.A., 1966). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of The District of Columbia Bar Virginia State Bar American Bar Association. Serves clients in Washington, DC and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Daniel M. Katz
- Mr. Daniel M. Katz is a lawyer practicing general practice
- Daniel received a B.A. degree from University of Michigan in 1966, and has been licensed for 57 years
- Daniel practices at Katz & Ranzman, P.C. in Washington, DC
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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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Why Clients in Washington Choose Daniel M. Katz
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 Daniel M. Katz's practice.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Daniel M. Katz brings 57+ 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 District of Columbia, US District Court for the District of Columbia, and US Supreme Court, Daniel M. Katz can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Local Presence in Washington
A Washington-based practice means Daniel M. Katz 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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