Atty. David William Bowker

Atty. David William Bowker

David William Bowker is a lawyer practicing international law, arbitration, litigation. David received a M.A. degree from Tufts University in 1998, and has been licensed for 27 years.

Washington Washington 27 yrs experience 27 year
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Profile Summary

About David William Bowker at a glance

David William Bowker is a Partner based in Washington, District of Columbia, practicing at Wilmerhale. They have 27+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1999. Their practice focuses on litigation, adr, and international. Admitted to practice in California (1999), New York (2004), and District of Columbia (2009). Educated at Boalt Hall School of Law, University of California at Berkeley (J.D., 1998) and Tufts University (M.A. University, 1998). Active member of State Bar of California New York State Bar Association American Bar Association International Law Association American Society of International Law Council on Foreign Relations. Serands clients in Washington, DC and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • David William Bowker is a lawyer practicing international law, arbitration, litigation
  • David received a M.A. degree from Tufts University in 1998, and has been licensed for 27 years
  • David practices at WilmerHale in Washington, DC

Practice Areas Explained

David William Bowker's Areas of Practice

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

Civil Litigation

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Mediation & Arbitration

Mediators and arbitrators for civil, commercial, family, and employment dispute resolution.

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International Law

International law attorneys for cross-border transactions, trade, foreign investment, and treaties.

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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 William Bowker

Where is David William Bowker's law office located?
David William Bowker's law practice is located in Washington, District of Columbia. The firm is Wilmerhale. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does David William Bowker handle?
David William Bowker focuses on litigation, adr, international. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in District of Columbia.
How long has David William Bowker practiced law?
David William Bowker has 27+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1999.
Where did David William Bowker go to law school?
David William Bowker earned their education at (J.D., 1998); (M.A. University, 1998).
How can I contact David William Bowker for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Boalt Hall School of Law, University of California at Berkeley
- 1998
M.A. University
Tufts University
- 1998

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1999
New York
Admitted: 2004
District of Columbia
Admitted: 2009

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