Atty. Donna M. Farag

Atty. Donna M. Farag

Donna Farag focuses on complex litigation and government regulatory matters, including appellate litigation. During her time at WilmerHale, Ms.

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About Donna M. Farag at a glance

Donna M. Farag is a government and appellate attorney based in Washington, District of Columbia, practicing at Wilmer Cutler Pickering Hale and Dorr LLP. Admitted to practice in District of Columbia, The District of Columbia Bar and New York, New York State Bar Association. Educated at Georgetown University (J.D., 2017) and University of California - San Diego (BA, 2011). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Appellate Practice (2026) and Best Lawyers in America — Government Relations Practice (2026). Serands clients in Washington, DC and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Donna Farag focuses on complex litigation and government regulatory matters, including appellate litigation
  • During her time at WilmerHale, Ms. Farag has litigated a variety of government-facing matters, including APA actions, and has defended private companies in consumer class actions, Anti-Terrorism Act litigation, and government investigations
  • Ms. Farag has also counseled clients in matters before regulatory agencies

Practice Areas Explained

Donna M. Farag's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Donna M. Farag handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Government & Administrative Law

Attorneys for administrative law, agency hearings, government contracts, licensing, and public benefits.

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Appellate Practice

Appellate attorneys for civil and criminal appeals at state and federal court.

Donna M. Farag is one of 86,319 appellate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse appellate attorneys in District of Columbia →

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 Donna M. Farag

Where is Donna M. Farag's law office located?
Donna M. Farag's law practice is located in Washington, District of Columbia. The firm is Wilmer Cutler Pickering Hale and Dorr LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Donna M. Farag handle?
Donna M. Farag focuses on government, appellate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in District of Columbia.
Where did Donna M. Farag go to law school?
Donna M. Farag earned their education at (J.D., 2017); (BA, 2011).
How can I contact Donna M. Farag for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Donna M. Farag received?
Donna M. Farag's notable recognition includes: Best Lawyers in America — Appellate Practice; Best Lawyers in America — Government Relations Practice.

Education

J.D.
Georgetown University
- 2017
BA
University of California - San Diego
- 2011

Awards

Best Lawyers in America — Appellate Practice
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Government Relations Practice
- 2026

Bar Admissions

District of Columbia, The District of Columbia Bar
New York, New York State Bar Association

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