Atty. Derek J. Ettinger

Atty. Derek J. Ettinger

Derek J. Ettinger is a lawyer practicing litigation.

Washington Washington 17 yrs experience 17 year
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Derek J. Ettinger is a litigation attorney based in Washington, District of Columbia. They have 17+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2009. Admitted to practice in New York (2009). Educated at Columbia Law School (J.D., 2008) and Brown University (Ph.D. University, 2006). Serands clients in Washington, DC and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Derek J. Ettinger is a lawyer practicing litigation
  • Derek received a Ph.D. degree from Brown University in 2006, and has been licensed for 17 years
  • Derek practices in Washington, DC

Practice Areas Explained

Derek J. Ettinger's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Derek J. Ettinger handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

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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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Where is Derek J. Ettinger's law office located?
Derek J. Ettinger's law practice is located in Washington, District of Columbia. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Derek J. Ettinger handle?
Derek J. Ettinger focuses on litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in District of Columbia.
How long has Derek J. Ettinger practiced law?
Derek J. Ettinger has 17+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2009.
Where did Derek J. Ettinger go to law school?
Derek J. Ettinger earned their education at (J.D., 2008); (Ph.D. University, 2006).
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Practice Areas

Education

J.D.
Columbia Law School
- 2008
Ph.D. University
Brown University
- 2006

Bar Admissions

New York
Admitted: 2009

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