Atty. Douglas Chalmers, Jr.

Atty. Douglas Chalmers, Jr.

Mr. Douglas Chalmers, Jr. is a lawyer practicing litigation, nonprofit law, corporate counsel and 6 other areas of law.

Washington Washington 30 yrs experience 30 year
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Profile Summary

About Douglas Chalmers, Jr. at a glance

Douglas Chalmers, Jr. is a Managing Member based in Washington, District of Columbia, practicing at Chalmers, Adams, Backer & Kaufman, LLC. They have 30+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1996. Their practice focuses on business, tax, litigation, government, and appellate. Admitted to practice in Georgia (1996), Georgia Supreme Court U.S. District Court, Northern District of Georgia (1996), and District of Columbia (2012). Educated at Duke University (J.D., 1995) and Duke University (A.B., 1986). Serands clients in Washington, DC and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Mr. Douglas Chalmers, Jr. is a lawyer practicing litigation, nonprofit law, corporate counsel and 6 other areas of law
  • Douglas received a A.B. degree from Duke University in 1986, and has been licensed for 30 years
  • Douglas practices at Chalmers, Adams, Backer & Kaufman, LLC in Washington, DC

Practice Areas Explained

Douglas Chalmers, Jr.'s Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Douglas Chalmers, Jr. 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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Tax Law

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Civil Litigation

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Government & Administrative Law

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Appellate Practice

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

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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 Douglas Chalmers, Jr.

Where is Douglas Chalmers, Jr.'s law office located?
Douglas Chalmers, Jr.'s law practice is located in Washington, District of Columbia. The firm is Chalmers, Adams, Backer & Kaufman, LLC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Douglas Chalmers, Jr. handle?
Douglas Chalmers, Jr. focuses on business, tax, litigation, government, appellate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in District of Columbia.
How long has Douglas Chalmers, Jr. practiced law?
Douglas Chalmers, Jr. has 30+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1996.
Where did Douglas Chalmers, Jr. go to law school?
Douglas Chalmers, Jr. earned their education at (J.D., 1995); (A.B., 1986).
How can I contact Douglas Chalmers, Jr. for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Duke University
- 1995
A.B.
Duke University
- 1986

Bar Admissions

Georgia
Admitted: 1996
Georgia Supreme Court U.S. District Court, Northern District of Georgia
Admitted: 1996
District of Columbia
Admitted: 2012

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