Atty. Dora V. Chen

Atty. Dora V. Chen

Dora V. Chen is a lawyer.

Washington Washington 24 Years Experience 24 year
Call (732) 360-6947

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About Dora V. Chen at a glance

Dora V. Chen is a Serv. Employees Intl. Union based in Washington, District of Columbia. They have 24+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2002. Admitted to practice in Maryland (2002) and District of Columbia (2004). Educated at University of Michigan Law School (J.D., 2002) and Cornell University (B.A., 1998). Serves clients in Washington, DC and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Dora V. Chen is a lawyer
  • Dora V. received a B.A. degree from Cornell University in 1998, and has been licensed for 24 years
  • Dora V. practices in Washington, DC

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 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.

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Dora V. Chen has 24+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2002.
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Dora V. Chen earned their education at (J.D., 2002); (B.A., 1998).
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Education

J.D.
University of Michigan Law School
- 2002
B.A.
Cornell University
- 1998

Bar Admissions

Maryland
Admitted: 2002
District of Columbia
Admitted: 2004

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