Atty. Donald J. Dakin

Atty. Donald J. Dakin

Donald J. Dakin is a lawyer practicing international, commercial, corporate and 1 other area of law.

Fairfax Fairfax 59 yrs experience 59 year
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About Donald J. Dakin at a glance

Donald J. Dakin is a business and international attorney based in Fairfax, Virginia. They have 59+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1967. Admitted to practice in New York (1967) and Virginia (1990). Educated at New York University (LL.B., 1964) and St. Michael's College (B.A., 1961). Serands clients in Fairfax, VA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Donald J. Dakin is a lawyer practicing international, commercial, corporate and 1 other area of law
  • Donald received a B.A. degree from St. Michael's College in 1961, and has been licensed for 59 years
  • Donald practices in Fairfax, VA

Practice Areas Explained

Donald J. Dakin's Areas of Practice

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

Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and 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 Virginia

Practicing law in Virginia. Legal matters in Virginia are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Fairfax are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Virginia state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Virginia 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 Virginia courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Where is Donald J. Dakin's law office located?
Donald J. Dakin's law practice is located in Fairfax, Virginia. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Donald J. Dakin handle?
Donald J. Dakin focuses on business, international. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Virginia.
How long has Donald J. Dakin practiced law?
Donald J. Dakin has 59+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1967.
Where did Donald J. Dakin go to law school?
Donald J. Dakin earned their education at (LL.B., 1964); (B.A., 1961).
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Education

LL.B.
New York University
- 1964
B.A.
St. Michael's College
- 1961

Bar Admissions

New York
Admitted: 1967
Virginia
Admitted: 1990

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