Atty. Dori Kay Bernstein

Atty. Dori Kay Bernstein

Ms. Dori Kay Bernstein is a lawyer.

Washington Washington 42 yrs experience 42 year
Call (771) 333-4208 Book Appointment

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About Dori Kay Bernstein at a glance

Dori Kay Bernstein is a Supr. Ct. Institute Georgetown Univ. Law Ctr. based in Washington, District of Columbia. They have 42+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1984. Admitted to practice in Connecticut (1984) and District of Columbia (1988). Educated at New York University (J.D., 1984) and Wesleyan University (B.A., 1979). Serands clients in Washington, DC and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Ms. Dori Kay Bernstein is a lawyer
  • Dori received a B.A. degree from Wesleyan University in 1979, and has been licensed for 42 years
  • Dori 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 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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Dori Kay Bernstein's law practice is located in Washington, District of Columbia. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
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Dori Kay Bernstein has 42+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1984.
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Dori Kay Bernstein earned their education at (J.D., 1984); (B.A., 1979).
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Education

J.D.
New York University
- 1984
B.A.
Wesleyan University
- 1979

Bar Admissions

Connecticut
Admitted: 1984
District of Columbia
Admitted: 1988

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