Atty. Heather Shilton

Atty. Heather Shilton

Ms. Heather Shilton is a lawyer practicing natural resources, water law.

Washington Washington 29 yrs experience 29 year
Call (202) 919-6403 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About Heather Shilton at a glance

Heather Shilton is an UT Atty. Gen. Off. Nat. Res. Div. based in Washington, District of Columbia. They have 29+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1997. Their practice focuses on environmental. Admitted to practice in Utah (1997). Educated at Brigham Young University, Provo, UT (J.D., 1997) and Brigham Young University, Provo, UT (B.A., 1993). Recognitions include Peer Reviewed. Serands clients in Washington, DC and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Ms. Heather Shilton is a lawyer practicing natural resources, water law
  • Heather received a B.A. degree from Brigham Young University, Provo, UT in 1993, and has been licensed for 29 years
  • Heather practices in Washington, DC

Practice Areas Explained

Heather Shilton's Areas of Practice

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

Environmental Law

Environmental attorneys for regulatory compliance, contamination, land use, and natural resource law.

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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 Heather Shilton

Where is Heather Shilton's law office located?
Heather Shilton's law practice is located in Washington, District of Columbia. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Heather Shilton handle?
Heather Shilton focuses on environmental. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in District of Columbia.
How long has Heather Shilton practiced law?
Heather Shilton has 29+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1997.
Where did Heather Shilton go to law school?
Heather Shilton earned their education at (J.D., 1997); (B.A., 1993).
How can I contact Heather Shilton for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Heather Shilton received?
Heather Shilton's notable recognition includes: Peer Reviewed.

Practice Areas

Education

J.D.
Brigham Young University, Provo, UT
- 1997
B.A.
Brigham Young University, Provo, UT
- 1993

Awards

Peer Reviewed

Bar Admissions

Utah
Admitted: 1997

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