Atty. Danielle Spinelli

Atty. Danielle Spinelli

Danielle Spinelli is a lawyer practicing appeals, bankruptcy & debt, constitutional and 2 other areas of law. Danielle received a M.A. degree from Columbia University, and has been licensed for 24 years.

Washington Washington 24 Years Experience 24 year
Call (771) 220-6524

Profile Summary

About Danielle Spinelli at a glance

Danielle Spinelli is a Partner based in Washington, District of Columbia, practicing at Wilmerhale. They have 24+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2002. Their practice focuses on bankruptcy, litigation, civil rights, government, and appellate. Admitted to practice in Massachusetts (2002), New York (2003), and District of Columbia (2004). Educated at Harvard Law School (J.D., 1999) and Columbia University M.A. Mary Baldwin College B.A. magna cum laude (—). Serves clients in Washington, DC and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Danielle Spinelli is a lawyer practicing appeals, bankruptcy & debt, constitutional and 2 other areas of law
  • Danielle received a M.A. degree from Columbia University, and has been licensed for 24 years
  • Danielle practices at WilmerHale in Washington, DC

Practice Areas Explained

Danielle Spinelli's Areas of Practice

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

Bankruptcy & Debt

A bankruptcy attorney can help you eliminate debt, stop creditor harassment, and protect your home through Chapter 7 or Chapter 13.

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Civil Litigation

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Civil Rights

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Government & Administrative Law

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Appellate Practice

Appellate attorneys for civil and criminal appeals at state and federal court.

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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

Common questions about Danielle Spinelli

Where is Danielle Spinelli's law office located?
Danielle Spinelli's law practice is located in Washington, District of Columbia. The firm is Wilmerhale. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Danielle Spinelli handle?
Danielle Spinelli focuses on bankruptcy, litigation, civil rights, government, appellate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in District of Columbia.
How long has Danielle Spinelli practiced law?
Danielle Spinelli has 24+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2002.
Where did Danielle Spinelli go to law school?
Danielle Spinelli earned their education at (J.D., 1999); (—).
How can I contact Danielle Spinelli for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Harvard Law School
- 1999
Columbia University M.A. Mary Baldwin College B.A. magna cum laude
- In Progress

Bar Admissions

Massachusetts
Admitted: 2002
New York
Admitted: 2003
District of Columbia
Admitted: 2004

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