Atty. David Bruce Hird

Atty. David Bruce Hird

David Bruce Hird is a lawyer practicing bankruptcy / chapter 11, bankruptcy / chapter 7, environmental and 2 other areas of law. David received a B.A. degree from Cornell University in 1972, and has been licensed for 49 years.

Washington Washington 49 yrs experience 49 year
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Profile Summary

About David Bruce Hird at a glance

David Bruce Hird is a Litigation Partner based in Washington, District of Columbia, practicing at Weil Gotshal And Manges Llp. They have 49+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1977. Their practice focuses on chapter 7, business, bankruptcy, chapter 11, and product liability. Admitted to practice in District of Columbia U.S. Court of Appeals, Second, Fifth, Seventh, Eleventh and District of Columbi (1977). Educated at New York University Law (J.D., 1977) and Cornell University (B.A., 1972). Recognitions include Peer Reviewed. Serands clients in Washington, DC and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • David Bruce Hird is a lawyer practicing bankruptcy / chapter 11, bankruptcy / chapter 7, environmental and 2 other areas of law
  • David received a B.A. degree from Cornell University in 1972, and has been licensed for 49 years
  • David practices at Weil, Gotshal & Manges LLP in Washington, DC

Practice Areas Explained

David Bruce Hird's Areas of Practice

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

Chapter 7 Bankruptcy

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Business & Corporate Law

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

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Bankruptcy & Debt

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

David Bruce Hird is one of 105,321 bankruptcy attorneys indexed nationally. Browse bankruptcy attorneys in District of Columbia →

Chapter 11 Bankruptcy

David Bruce Hird is one of 5,841 chapter 11 attorneys indexed nationally. Browse chapter 11 attorneys in District of Columbia →

Product Liability

David Bruce Hird is one of 66,193 product liability attorneys indexed nationally. Browse product liability 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 Bruce Hird

Where is David Bruce Hird's law office located?
David Bruce Hird's law practice is located in Washington, District of Columbia. The firm is Weil Gotshal And Manges Llp. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does David Bruce Hird handle?
David Bruce Hird focuses on chapter 7, business, bankruptcy, chapter 11, product liability. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in District of Columbia.
How long has David Bruce Hird practiced law?
David Bruce Hird has 49+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1977.
Where did David Bruce Hird go to law school?
David Bruce Hird earned their education at (J.D., 1977); (B.A., 1972).
How can I contact David Bruce Hird for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has David Bruce Hird received?
David Bruce Hird's notable recognition includes: Peer Reviewed.

Education

J.D.
New York University Law
- 1977
B.A.
Cornell University
- 1972

Awards

Peer Reviewed

Bar Admissions

District of Columbia U.S. Court of Appeals, Second, Fifth, Seventh, Eleventh and District of Columbi
Admitted: 1977

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