Atty. David Austin Barker

Atty. David Austin Barker

David Austin Barker is a lawyer practicing environmental, environmental law, litigation/defense and 5 other areas of law. David received a B.A. degree from Williams College in 1993, and has been licensed for 24 years.

Washington Washington 24 yrs experience 24 year
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Profile Summary

About David Austin Barker at a glance

David Austin Barker is a Principal based in Washington, District of Columbia. They have 24+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2002. Their practice focuses on criminal defense, ip, litigation, and environmental. Admitted to practice in Maryland (2002), District of Columbia (2004), and U.S. District Court for the District of Columbia (2004). Educated at University of Virginia (J.D., 2002) and Williams College (B.A., 1993). Serands clients in Washington, DC and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • David Austin Barker is a lawyer practicing environmental, environmental law, litigation/defense and 5 other areas of law
  • David received a B.A. degree from Williams College in 1993, and has been licensed for 24 years
  • David practices in Washington, DC

Practice Areas Explained

David Austin Barker's Areas of Practice

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

Criminal Defense

A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.

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Intellectual Property

IP attorneys protect inventions, brands, and creative work through patent prosecution, trademark registration, copyright, and trade-secret enforcement.

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Civil Litigation

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Environmental Law

Environmental attorneys for regulatory compliance, contamination, land use, and natural resource law.

David Austin Barker is one of 56,434 environmental attorneys indexed nationally. Browse environmental attorneys in District of Columbia →

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 David Austin Barker

Where is David Austin Barker's law office located?
David Austin Barker's law practice is located in Washington, District of Columbia. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does David Austin Barker handle?
David Austin Barker focuses on criminal defense, ip, litigation, environmental. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in District of Columbia.
How long has David Austin Barker practiced law?
David Austin Barker has 24+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2002.
Where did David Austin Barker go to law school?
David Austin Barker earned their education at (J.D., 2002); (B.A., 1993).
How can I contact David Austin Barker for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
University of Virginia
- 2002
B.A.
Williams College
- 1993

Bar Admissions

Maryland
Admitted: 2002
District of Columbia
Admitted: 2004
U.S. District Court for the District of Columbia
Admitted: 2004

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