Atty. Derek Ludwin
Mr. Derek Ludwin is a lawyer practicing antitrust & consumer law, antitrust counseling & compliance, antitrust litigation and 4 other areas of law.
Antitrust & Consumer Law & More Attorney · Serving Washington, DC · 25+ Years Experience
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About Derek Ludwin at a Glance
Derek Ludwin is a Partner based in Washington, District of Columbia, practicing at Covington And Burling Llp. They have 25+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2001. Their practice focuses on criminal defense, litigation, consumer, and government. Admitted to practice in New York (2001) and District of Columbia (2001). Educated at New York University School of Law (J.D., 2000) and Yale University (B.A., 1994). Serves clients in Washington, DC and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Derek Ludwin
- Mr. Derek Ludwin is a lawyer practicing antitrust & consumer law, antitrust counseling & compliance, antitrust litigation and 4 other areas of law
- Derek received a B.A. degree from Yale University in 1994, and has been licensed for 25 years
- Derek practices at Covington & Burling LLP in Washington, DC
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Derek Ludwin's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Derek Ludwin handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Washington.
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Why Local Counsel Matters in Washington
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 venue, 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.
Washington Courts and Legal Process
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Washington Choose Derek Ludwin
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish Derek Ludwin's practice in the field of criminal defense, litigation, consumer, and government.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Derek Ludwin brings 25+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in New York and District of Columbia, Derek Ludwin can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering criminal defense, litigation, and consumer, Derek Ludwin can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Washington
A Washington-based practice means Derek Ludwin attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
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