Atty. Edward J Beckwith

Atty. Edward J Beckwith

Edward J Beckwith is a lawyer practicing private wealth planning, trusts, tax and 4 other areas of law. Edward received a degree from Georgetown University Law Center in 1974, and has been licensed for 51 years.

Washington Washington 51 yrs experience 51 year
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Profile Summary

About Edward J Beckwith at a glance

Edward J Beckwith is a Partner based in Washington, District of Columbia, practicing at Baker And Hostetler Llp. They have 51+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1975. Their practice focuses on trusts, estate planning, business, and tax. Admitted to practice in District of Columbia (1975), U.S. District Court for the District of Columbia and U.S. Court of Appeals, District of Columbia Cir (1975), U.S. Supreme Court, U.S. Tax Court and U.S Court of Claims (1979), and U.S. Court of Appeals, Federal Circuit (1982). Educated at Georgetown University Law Center (LL.M. J.D., 1983) and Georgetown University Law Center (J.D., 1974). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Washington, DC and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Edward J Beckwith is a lawyer practicing private wealth planning, trusts, tax and 4 other areas of law
  • Edward received a degree from Georgetown University Law Center in 1974, and has been licensed for 51 years
  • Edward practices at Baker & Hostetler LLP in Washington, DC

Practice Areas Explained

Edward J Beckwith's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Edward J Beckwith handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Trusts

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Estate Planning & Probate

An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.

Edward J Beckwith is one of 226,536 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in District of Columbia →

Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

Edward J Beckwith is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in District of Columbia →

Tax Law

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

Edward J Beckwith is one of 85,302 tax attorneys indexed nationally. Browse tax 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 Edward J Beckwith

Where is Edward J Beckwith's law office located?
Edward J Beckwith's law practice is located in Washington, District of Columbia. The firm is Baker And Hostetler Llp. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Edward J Beckwith handle?
Edward J Beckwith focuses on trusts, estate planning, business, tax. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in District of Columbia.
How long has Edward J Beckwith practiced law?
Edward J Beckwith has 51+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1975.
Where did Edward J Beckwith go to law school?
Edward J Beckwith earned their education at (LL.M. J.D., 1983); (J.D., 1974).
How can I contact Edward J Beckwith for a consultation?
You can contact Edward J Beckwith directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has Edward J Beckwith received?
Edward J Beckwith's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

LL.M. J.D.
Georgetown University Law Center
- 1983
J.D.
Georgetown University Law Center
- 1974

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

District of Columbia
Admitted: 1975
U.S. District Court for the District of Columbia and U.S. Court of Appeals, District of Columbia Cir
Admitted: 1975
U.S. Supreme Court, U.S. Tax Court and U.S Court of Claims
Admitted: 1979
U.S. Court of Appeals, Federal Circuit
Admitted: 1982

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