Atty. David R Straus

Atty. David R Straus

David R Straus is a lawyer practicing administrative, postal, electric utility and 3 other areas of law. David received a A.B. degree from Dartmouth College in 1967, and has been licensed for 56 years.

Washington Washington 56 yrs experience 56 year
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Profile Summary

About David R Straus at a glance

David R Straus is a government, entertainment, and energy attorney based in Washington, District of Columbia. They have 56+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1970. Admitted to practice in District of Columbia (1970). Educated at University of Pennsylvania School of Law (J.D., 1970) and Dartmouth College (A.B., 1967). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Washington, DC and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • David R Straus is a lawyer practicing administrative, postal, electric utility and 3 other areas of law
  • David received a A.B. degree from Dartmouth College in 1967, and has been licensed for 56 years
  • David practices in Washington, DC

Practice Areas Explained

David R Straus's Areas of Practice

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

Government & Administrative Law

Attorneys for administrative law, agency hearings, government contracts, licensing, and public benefits.

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Entertainment & Sports Law

Entertainment lawyers for music, film, sports contracts, talent representation, and IP licensing.

David R Straus is one of 45,946 entertainment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse entertainment attorneys in District of Columbia →

Energy & Utilities Law

Energy attorneys for oil & gas, renewables, utility regulation, and energy sector transactions.

David R Straus is one of 36,230 energy attorneys indexed nationally. Browse energy 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 R Straus

Where is David R Straus's law office located?
David R Straus'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 R Straus handle?
David R Straus focuses on government, entertainment, energy. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in District of Columbia.
How long has David R Straus practiced law?
David R Straus has 56+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1970.
Where did David R Straus go to law school?
David R Straus earned their education at (J.D., 1970); (A.B., 1967).
How can I contact David R Straus for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has David R Straus received?
David R Straus's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of Pennsylvania School of Law
- 1970
A.B.
Dartmouth College
- 1967

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

District of Columbia
Admitted: 1970

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