Atty. Gene Clayton Schaerr

Atty. Gene Clayton Schaerr

Mr. Gene Clayton Schaerr is a lawyer practicing appellate and critical motions, antitrust / trade law, class action and 2 other areas of law.

Washington Washington 39 yrs experience 39 year
Call (732) 360-6947 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About Gene Clayton Schaerr at a glance

Gene Clayton Schaerr is a Partner based in Washington, District of Columbia, practicing at Winston & Strawn LLP. They have 39+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1987. Their practice focuses on class action, litigation, government, and appellate. Admitted to practice in Pennsylvania (1987), District of Columbia (1988), U.S. Supreme Court (1991), and U.S. District Court for the District of Columbia (1993). Educated at Yale University (J.D. M.Phil., 1985) and Brigham Young University (B.A. Yale, 1981). Serands clients in Washington, DC and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Mr. Gene Clayton Schaerr is a lawyer practicing appellate and critical motions, antitrust / trade law, class action and 2 other areas of law
  • Gene received a B.A. degree from Brigham Young University in 1981, and has been licensed for 39 years
  • Gene practices at Winston & Strawn LLP in Washington, DC and 1 other location

Practice Areas Explained

Gene Clayton Schaerr's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Gene Clayton Schaerr handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Class Action

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Civil Litigation

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Government & Administrative Law

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Appellate Practice

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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 Gene Clayton Schaerr

Where is Gene Clayton Schaerr's law office located?
Gene Clayton Schaerr's law practice is located in Washington, District of Columbia. The firm is Winston & Strawn LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Gene Clayton Schaerr handle?
Gene Clayton Schaerr focuses on class action, litigation, government, appellate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in District of Columbia.
How long has Gene Clayton Schaerr practiced law?
Gene Clayton Schaerr has 39+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1987.
Where did Gene Clayton Schaerr go to law school?
Gene Clayton Schaerr earned their education at (J.D. M.Phil., 1985); (B.A. Yale, 1981).
How can I contact Gene Clayton Schaerr for a consultation?
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Education

J.D. M.Phil.
Yale University
- 1985
B.A. Yale
Brigham Young University
- 1981

Bar Admissions

Pennsylvania
Admitted: 1987
District of Columbia
Admitted: 1988
U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 1991
U.S. District Court for the District of Columbia
Admitted: 1993
U.S. Court of Appeals, Fifth Circuit
Admitted: 1995
U.S. Court of Appeals, Tenth Circuit
Admitted: 1996
U.S. Court of Appeals, Eleventh Circuit
Admitted: 1996
U.S. Court of Appeals, Eighth Circuit
Admitted: 1997
U.S. Court of Appeals, First, Second, Third, Fourth, Sixth, Seventh and Ninth Circuits U.S. Court of
Admitted: 1998

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