Atty. Danielle J. Carter

Atty. Danielle J. Carter

Mrs. Danielle J.

Washington Washington 21 yrs experience 21 year
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About Danielle J. Carter at a glance

Danielle J. Carter is an Associate based in Washington, District of Columbia, practicing at Sidley Austin Llp. They have 21+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2005. Their practice focuses on business, white collar, and litigation. Admitted to practice in Illinois (2005), U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois (2005), and District of Columbia (2009). Educated at New York University School of Law (J.D., 2004) and University of Michigan (B.A., 2001). Serands clients in Washington, DC and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Mrs. Danielle J. Carter is a lawyer practicing commercial, complex commercial litigation, white collar and 2 other areas of law
  • Danielle received a B.A. degree from University of Michigan in 2001, and has been licensed for 21 years
  • Danielle practices at Sidley Austin LLP in Washington, DC

Practice Areas Explained

Danielle J. Carter's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Danielle J. Carter 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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White Collar Crimes

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Civil Litigation

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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 Danielle J. Carter

Where is Danielle J. Carter's law office located?
Danielle J. Carter's law practice is located in Washington, District of Columbia. The firm is Sidley Austin Llp. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Danielle J. Carter handle?
Danielle J. Carter focuses on business, white collar, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in District of Columbia.
How long has Danielle J. Carter practiced law?
Danielle J. Carter has 21+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2005.
Where did Danielle J. Carter go to law school?
Danielle J. Carter earned their education at (J.D., 2004); (B.A., 2001).
How can I contact Danielle J. Carter for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
New York University School of Law
- 2004
B.A.
University of Michigan
- 2001

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 2005
U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois
Admitted: 2005
District of Columbia
Admitted: 2009

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