Atty. David Joseph Shaw

Atty. David Joseph Shaw

Mr. David Joseph Shaw is a lawyer practicing election campaign / political law, antitrust & consumer law, litigation and 5 other areas of law.

Washington Washington 17 yrs experience 17 year
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Profile Summary

About David Joseph Shaw at a glance

David Joseph Shaw is an Associate based in Washington, District of Columbia, practicing at Covington And Burling Llp. They have 17+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2009. Their practice focuses on business, litigation, consumer, and government. Admitted to practice in Virginia (2009) and District of Columbia (2010). Educated at Georgetown University Law Center (J.D. The, 2009) and Patrick Henry College (B.A., 2006). Serands clients in Washington, DC and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Mr. David Joseph Shaw is a lawyer practicing election campaign / political law, antitrust & consumer law, litigation and 5 other areas of law
  • David received a B.A. degree from Patrick Henry College in 2006, and has been licensed for 17 years
  • David practices at Covington & Burling LLP in Washington, DC

Practice Areas Explained

David Joseph Shaw's Areas of Practice

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

Business & Corporate Law

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Civil Litigation

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Consumer Protection

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Government & Administrative Law

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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 David Joseph Shaw

Where is David Joseph Shaw's law office located?
David Joseph Shaw's law practice is located in Washington, District of Columbia. The firm is Covington And Burling Llp. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does David Joseph Shaw handle?
David Joseph Shaw focuses on business, litigation, consumer, government. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in District of Columbia.
How long has David Joseph Shaw practiced law?
David Joseph Shaw has 17+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2009.
Where did David Joseph Shaw go to law school?
David Joseph Shaw earned their education at (J.D. The, 2009); (B.A., 2006).
How can I contact David Joseph Shaw for a consultation?
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Education

J.D. The
Georgetown University Law Center
- 2009
B.A.
Patrick Henry College
- 2006

Bar Admissions

Virginia
Admitted: 2009
District of Columbia
Admitted: 2010

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