Atty. Eric T. Werlinger
Eric T. Werlinger is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Appellate Practice, Criminal Defense: White-Collar and Litigation - Patent.
Appellate Practice & More Attorney · Serving Washington, DC
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About Eric T. Werlinger at a Glance
Eric T. Werlinger is a patent, criminal defense, white collar, and appellate attorney based in Washington, District of Columbia, practicing at Katten. Educated at The University of Texas (J.D., 2012). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Appellate Practice (2026), Best Lawyers in America — Criminal Defense: White-Collar (2026), and Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Patent (2026). Serves clients in Washington, DC and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Eric T. Werlinger
- Eric T. Werlinger is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Appellate Practice, Criminal Defense: White-Collar and Litigation - Patent
- Eric T., who practices law in Washington, District of Columbia, has been recognized since 2023
- This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Eric T. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area
Practice Areas Explained
Eric T. Werlinger's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Eric T. Werlinger handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Washington.
Patent Law in Washington
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Criminal Defense in Washington
A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.
Eric T. Werlinger is one of 212,605 criminal defense attorneys indexed nationally. Browse criminal defense attorneys in District of Columbia →
White Collar Crimes in Washington
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Appellate Practice in Washington
Appellate attorneys for civil and criminal appeals at state and federal court.
Eric T. Werlinger is one of 85,572 appellate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse appellate attorneys in District of Columbia →
Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Washington
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 venue, 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.
Washington Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Washington-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Washington Choose Eric T. Werlinger
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish Eric T. Werlinger's practice in the field of patent, criminal defense, white collar, and appellate.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering patent, criminal defense, and white collar, Eric T. Werlinger can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Washington
A Washington-based practice means Eric T. Werlinger attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
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