Atty. Douglas Nelson Varley

Atty. Douglas Nelson Varley

Mr. Douglas Nelson Varley is a lawyer practicing exempt organizations, appeals, tax and 1 other area of law.

Washington Washington 32 yrs experience 32 year
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Douglas Nelson Varley is a Member, Washington, D.C. based in Washington, District of Columbia, practicing at Caplin And Drysdale Chartered. They have 32+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1994. Their practice focuses on chapter 7, bankruptcy, tax, and appellate. Admitted to practice in Virginia District of Columbia Court of Appeals (1994) and District of Columbia (1997). Educated at University of Virginia School of Law (J.D. Virginia, 1994) and The University of Chicago (M.A. University, 1988). Active member of Other Professional Affiliations Member, American Bar Association Professional Activities Mr, Varley has served on the Board of Trustees of several national nonprofit organizations, including the National Audubon Society, the NRDC Action Fund, and Earthjustice, and He is an Adjunct Professor at Georgetown University Law Center. Serands clients in Washington, DC and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Mr. Douglas Nelson Varley is a lawyer practicing exempt organizations, appeals, tax and 1 other area of law
  • Douglas received a M.A. degree from The University of Chicago in 1988, and has been licensed for 32 years
  • Douglas practices at Caplin & Drysdale, Chartered in Washington, DC

Practice Areas Explained

Douglas Nelson Varley's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Douglas Nelson Varley handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Chapter 7 Bankruptcy

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Bankruptcy & Debt

A bankruptcy attorney can help you eliminate debt, stop creditor harassment, and protect your home through Chapter 7 or Chapter 13.

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Tax Law

Tax attorneys handle IRS audits, tax debt, international tax, estate planning, and tax court litigation.

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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 Nelson Varley

Where is Douglas Nelson Varley's law office located?
Douglas Nelson Varley's law practice is located in Washington, District of Columbia. The firm is Caplin And Drysdale Chartered. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Douglas Nelson Varley handle?
Douglas Nelson Varley focuses on chapter 7, bankruptcy, tax, appellate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in District of Columbia.
How long has Douglas Nelson Varley practiced law?
Douglas Nelson Varley has 32+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1994.
Where did Douglas Nelson Varley go to law school?
Douglas Nelson Varley earned their education at (J.D. Virginia, 1994); (M.A. University, 1988).
How can I contact Douglas Nelson Varley for a consultation?
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Education

J.D. Virginia
University of Virginia School of Law
- 1994
M.A. University
The University of Chicago
- 1988

Bar Admissions

Virginia District of Columbia Court of Appeals
Admitted: 1994
District of Columbia
Admitted: 1997

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