Atty. David Matthew Spooner

Atty. David Matthew Spooner

David Matthew Spooner is a lawyer practicing contracts / agreements, employment / labor, international trade & export controls and 7 other areas of law. David received a B.A. degree from University of Virginia in 1991, and has been licensed for 32 years.

Washington Washington 32 yrs experience 32 year
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Profile Summary

About David Matthew Spooner at a glance

David Matthew Spooner is a Partner based in Washington, District of Columbia, practicing at Barnes And Thornburg Llp. They have 32+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1994. Their practice focuses on contracts, employment, government, and international. Admitted to practice in Virginia (1994) and District of Columbia U.S. Court of International Trade (2012). Educated at College of Williams & Mary (J.D., 1994) and University of Virginia (B.A., 1991). Active member of Virginia State Bar. Serands clients in Washington, DC and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • David Matthew Spooner is a lawyer practicing contracts / agreements, employment / labor, international trade & export controls and 7 other areas of law
  • David received a B.A. degree from University of Virginia in 1991, and has been licensed for 32 years
  • David practices at Barnes & Thornburg LLP in Washington, DC

Practice Areas Explained

David Matthew Spooner's Areas of Practice

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

Contracts

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Employment Law

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Government & Administrative Law

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International 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 Matthew Spooner

Where is David Matthew Spooner's law office located?
David Matthew Spooner's law practice is located in Washington, District of Columbia. The firm is Barnes And Thornburg Llp. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does David Matthew Spooner handle?
David Matthew Spooner focuses on contracts, employment, government, international. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in District of Columbia.
How long has David Matthew Spooner practiced law?
David Matthew Spooner has 32+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1994.
Where did David Matthew Spooner go to law school?
David Matthew Spooner earned their education at (J.D., 1994); (B.A., 1991).
How can I contact David Matthew Spooner for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
College of Williams & Mary
- 1994
B.A.
University of Virginia
- 1991

Bar Admissions

Virginia
Admitted: 1994
District of Columbia U.S. Court of International Trade
Admitted: 2012

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