Atty. Gurney Stephen Small

Atty. Gurney Stephen Small

Mr. Gurney Stephen Small is a lawyer.

Washington Washington 28 yrs experience 28 year
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About Gurney Stephen Small at a glance

Gurney Stephen Small is a Staff Attorney based in Washington, District of Columbia, practicing at Covington And Burling Llp. They have 28+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1998. Admitted to practice in New Jersey (1998) and District of Columbia (2000). Educated at University of Richmond (J.D., 1996) and University of Maryland (B.A., 1991). Serands clients in Washington, DC and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Mr. Gurney Stephen Small is a lawyer
  • Gurney received a B.A. degree from University of Maryland in 1991, and has been licensed for 28 years
  • Gurney practices at Covington & Burling LLP in Washington, DC

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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Where is Gurney Stephen Small's law office located?
Gurney Stephen Small's law practice is located in Washington, District of Columbia. The firm is Covington And Burling Llp. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
How long has Gurney Stephen Small practiced law?
Gurney Stephen Small has 28+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1998.
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Gurney Stephen Small earned their education at (J.D., 1996); (B.A., 1991).
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Education

J.D.
University of Richmond
- 1996
B.A.
University of Maryland
- 1991

Bar Admissions

New Jersey
Admitted: 1998
District of Columbia
Admitted: 2000

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