Atty. David Douglas Cole

Atty. David Douglas Cole

Mr. David Douglas Cole is a lawyer practicing constitutional law.

Washington Washington 41 yrs experience 41 year
Call (771) 333-2417 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About David Douglas Cole at a glance

David Douglas Cole is a Prof. of Law based in Washington, District of Columbia. They have 41+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1985. Their practice focuses on civil rights. Admitted to practice in Pennsylvania (1985) and District of Columbia (1993). Educated at Yale University (J.D., 1984) and Yale University (B.A., 1980). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Washington, DC and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Mr. David Douglas Cole is a lawyer practicing constitutional law
  • David received a B.A. degree from Yale University in 1980, and has been licensed for 41 years
  • David practices in Washington, DC

Practice Areas Explained

David Douglas Cole's Areas of Practice

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

Civil Rights

Civil rights attorneys for discrimination, police misconduct, constitutional rights, and civil liberties cases.

David Douglas Cole is one of 70,245 civil rights attorneys indexed nationally. Browse civil rights 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.

Looking for additional District of Columbia attorneys? Browse all attorneys in Washington or all attorneys in District of Columbia.

Frequently Asked

Common questions about David Douglas Cole

Where is David Douglas Cole's law office located?
David Douglas Cole'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 Douglas Cole handle?
David Douglas Cole focuses on civil rights. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in District of Columbia.
How long has David Douglas Cole practiced law?
David Douglas Cole has 41+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1985.
Where did David Douglas Cole go to law school?
David Douglas Cole earned their education at (J.D., 1984); (B.A., 1980).
How can I contact David Douglas Cole for a consultation?
You can contact David Douglas Cole directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has David Douglas Cole received?
David Douglas Cole's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Practice Areas

Education

J.D.
Yale University
- 1984
B.A.
Yale University
- 1980

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Pennsylvania
Admitted: 1985
District of Columbia
Admitted: 1993

Reviews

5.0
1 Review
5 0
4 0
3 0
2 0
1 0
These reviews belong to platform users; they do not constitute advertisement or promotion for the attorney. Opinions are published for informational purposes only.

No reviews yet.