Atty. Edward Robert McNicholas

Atty. Edward Robert McNicholas

Edward Robert McNicholas is a lawyer practicing appellate, complex commercial litigation, privacy, data security and information law and 13 other areas of law. Edward received a A.B. degree from Princeton University in 1991, and has been licensed for 30 years.

Washington Washington 30 yrs experience 30 year
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Profile Summary

About Edward Robert McNicholas at a glance

Edward Robert McNicholas is a Partner based in Washington, District of Columbia, practicing at Sidley Austin Llp. They have 30+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1996. Their practice focuses on business, trade secrets, securities, litigation, and consumer. Admitted to practice in Maryland (1996), U.S. District Court, District of Maryland and U.S. Court of Appeals, Fourth Circuit (1996), U.S. Court of Appeals, Fifth Circuit (1998), and District of Columbia (1998). Educated at Harvard Law School (J.D., 1996) and Princeton University (A.B., 1991). Recognitions include Peer Reviewed. Serands clients in Washington, DC and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Edward Robert McNicholas is a lawyer practicing appellate, complex commercial litigation, privacy, data security and information law and 13 other areas of law
  • Edward received a A.B. degree from Princeton University in 1991, and has been licensed for 30 years
  • Edward practices at Sidley Austin LLP in Washington, DC

Practice Areas Explained

Edward Robert McNicholas's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Edward Robert McNicholas 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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Trade Secrets

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Securities Law

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Civil Litigation

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Consumer Protection

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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 Edward Robert McNicholas

Where is Edward Robert McNicholas's law office located?
Edward Robert McNicholas's law practice is located in Washington, District of Columbia. The firm is Sidley Austin Llp. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Edward Robert McNicholas handle?
Edward Robert McNicholas focuses on business, trade secrets, securities, litigation, consumer. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in District of Columbia.
How long has Edward Robert McNicholas practiced law?
Edward Robert McNicholas has 30+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1996.
Where did Edward Robert McNicholas go to law school?
Edward Robert McNicholas earned their education at (J.D., 1996); (A.B., 1991).
How can I contact Edward Robert McNicholas for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Edward Robert McNicholas received?
Edward Robert McNicholas's notable recognition includes: Peer Reviewed.

Education

J.D.
Harvard Law School
- 1996
A.B.
Princeton University
- 1991

Awards

Peer Reviewed

Bar Admissions

Maryland
Admitted: 1996
U.S. District Court, District of Maryland and U.S. Court of Appeals, Fourth Circuit
Admitted: 1996
U.S. Court of Appeals, Fifth Circuit
Admitted: 1998
District of Columbia
Admitted: 1998
U.S. District Court for the District of Columbia
Admitted: 1999
U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth and District of Columbia Circuits
Admitted: 2002
U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Michigan and U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 2004
U.S. Court of Appeals, Second Circuit
Admitted: 2005
U.S. Court of Appeals, First Circuit
Admitted: 2005
U.S. Court of Appeals, Sixth Circuit
Admitted: 2006
U.S. District Court, Central District of Illinois
Admitted: 2007
U.S. Court of Appeals, Tenth Circuit
Admitted: 2008

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