Atty. Francis D Carter
Francis D Carter is a lawyer practicing complex civil, criminal practice, litigation in all courts and 6 other areas of law. Francis received a A.B. degree from Villanova University in 1968, and has been licensed for 53 years.
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Francis D Carter is an Attorney based in Washington, District of Columbia, practicing at Zuckerman Spaeder Llp. They have 53+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1973. Their practice focuses on criminal defense, family law, employment, business, and white collar. Admitted to practice in District of Columbia (1973), U.S. District Court, District of Columbia and U.S. Court of Appeals, District of Columbia Circuit (1973), U.S. Supreme Court (1980), and U.S. District Court, District of Maryland (2004). Educated at George Washington University (J.D., 1972) and Villanova University (A.B., 1968). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of District of Columbia Bar. Serands clients in Washington, DC and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- Francis D Carter is a lawyer practicing complex civil, criminal practice, litigation in all courts and 6 other areas of law
- Francis received a A.B. degree from Villanova University in 1968, and has been licensed for 53 years
- Francis practices at Zuckerman Spaeder LLP in Washington, DC
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A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.
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Family law attorneys handle divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, prenups, and protective orders. Find verified family lawyers near you.
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Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.
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Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
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Francis D Carter is one of 20,025 white collar attorneys indexed nationally. Browse white collar attorneys in District of Columbia →
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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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