Atty. Gerald Joseph Bednar

Atty. Gerald Joseph Bednar

Mr. Gerald Joseph Bednar is a lawyer practicing civil rights, general practice, personal injury and 1 other area of law.

Washington Washington 52 yrs experience 52 year
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Profile Summary

About Gerald Joseph Bednar at a glance

Gerald Joseph Bednar is a Member based in Washington, District of Columbia, practicing at Gerald L. Bednar. They have 52+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1974. Their practice focuses on personal injury, criminal defense, and civil rights. Admitted to practice in Ohio (1974) and District of Columbia (1975). Educated at University of Notre Dame J.D. (—) and University of Notre Dame A.B. (—). Serands clients in Washington, DC and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Mr. Gerald Joseph Bednar is a lawyer practicing civil rights, general practice, personal injury and 1 other area of law
  • Gerald received a A.B. degree from University of Notre Dame, and has been licensed for 52 years
  • Gerald practices at Gerald L. Bednar in Washington, DC

Practice Areas Explained

Gerald Joseph Bednar's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Gerald Joseph Bednar handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Personal Injury

Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.

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Criminal Defense

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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Civil Rights

Civil rights attorneys for discrimination, police misconduct, constitutional rights, and civil liberties cases.

Gerald Joseph Bednar is one of 70,245 civil rights attorneys indexed nationally. Browse civil rights 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 Gerald Joseph Bednar

Where is Gerald Joseph Bednar's law office located?
Gerald Joseph Bednar's law practice is located in Washington, District of Columbia. The firm is Gerald L. Bednar. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Gerald Joseph Bednar handle?
Gerald Joseph Bednar focuses on personal injury, criminal defense, civil rights. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in District of Columbia.
How long has Gerald Joseph Bednar practiced law?
Gerald Joseph Bednar has 52+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1974.
Where did Gerald Joseph Bednar go to law school?
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Education

University of Notre Dame J.D.
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University of Notre Dame A.B.
- In Progress

Bar Admissions

Ohio
Admitted: 1974
District of Columbia
Admitted: 1975

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