Atty. Desmond Patrick Brown

Atty. Desmond Patrick Brown

Mr. Desmond Patrick Brown is a lawyer practicing antitrust & trade law, consumer law, communications & media and 2 other areas of law.

Washington Washington 37 yrs experience 37 year
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Profile Summary

About Desmond Patrick Brown at a glance

Desmond Patrick Brown is a Staff Attorney based in Washington, District of Columbia, practicing at Covington And Burling Llp. They have 37+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1989. Their practice focuses on formation, employment, consumer, and entertainment. Admitted to practice in New York (1989), District of Columbia (1991), and California (1996). Educated at American University, Washington College of Law (J.D., 1988) and Howard University (B.A., 1985). Serands clients in Washington, DC and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Mr. Desmond Patrick Brown is a lawyer practicing antitrust & trade law, consumer law, communications & media and 2 other areas of law
  • Desmond received a B.A. degree from Howard University in 1985, and has been licensed for 37 years
  • Desmond practices at Covington & Burling LLP in Washington, DC

Practice Areas Explained

Desmond Patrick Brown's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Desmond Patrick Brown handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Business Formation

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Employment Law

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Consumer Protection

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Entertainment & Sports 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 Desmond Patrick Brown

Where is Desmond Patrick Brown's law office located?
Desmond Patrick Brown's law practice is located in Washington, District of Columbia. The firm is Covington And Burling Llp. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Desmond Patrick Brown handle?
Desmond Patrick Brown focuses on formation, employment, consumer, entertainment. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in District of Columbia.
How long has Desmond Patrick Brown practiced law?
Desmond Patrick Brown has 37+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1989.
Where did Desmond Patrick Brown go to law school?
Desmond Patrick Brown earned their education at (J.D., 1988); (B.A., 1985).
How can I contact Desmond Patrick Brown for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
American University, Washington College of Law
- 1988
B.A.
Howard University
- 1985

Bar Admissions

New York
Admitted: 1989
District of Columbia
Admitted: 1991
California
Admitted: 1996

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