Atty. Howard A. Birmiel

Atty. Howard A. Birmiel

Northern Virginia Attorney Howard A. Birmiel A respected lawyer in real estate, bankruptcy, and business law Howard A.

Burke Burke 51 yrs experience 51 year
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Profile Summary

About Howard A. Birmiel at a glance

Howard A. Birmiel is a Member based in Burke, Virginia, practicing at Howard A. Birmiel Attorney at Law. They have 51+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1975. Their practice focuses on chapter 7, residential, contracts, chapter 13, and probate. Admitted to practice in Virginia U.S. Court of Appeals, Fourth Circuit U.S. Court, Eastern District of Virginia Bankruptcy C (1975). Educated at University of Baltimore School of Law (J.D., 1975) and Brooklyn Technical High School City College of New York (B.E.E., 1970). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Serands clients in Burke, VA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Northern Virginia Attorney Howard A. Birmiel A respected lawyer in real estate, bankruptcy, and business law Howard A. Birmiel earned his law degree from the University of Baltimore in 1975 and established himself as a well-known practitioner of real estate, small business, and bankruptcy law in Northern Virginia
  • On behalf of his many satisfied clients, Howard has appeared before numerous courts: District and Circuit Courts throughout Virginia U.S
  • Bankruptcy Court for the Eastern District of Virginia Virginia Supreme Court Howard has been called upon to give expert testimony regarding consumer interests in real estate transactions before the following: Committees of Congress Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) Committees of the Virginia Legislature Mr. Birmiel chaired the Coalition to Retain Independent Services in Settlements in 1992 and served as a director of the Virginia Real Estate Attorneys League
  • He has testified before Congress, the U.S
  • Department of Housing and Urban Development and before committees of the Virginia legislature regarding consumer interests in real estate transactions
  • Howard Birmiel is well-respected by his colleagues in Northern Virginia for his detailed knowledge of real estate law
  • Memberships Virginia Trial Lawyers Association Virginia Real Estate Attorneys League Fairfax Bar Association Hire a respected and experienced Northern Virginia lawyer

Practice Areas Explained

Howard A. Birmiel's Areas of Practice

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

Chapter 7 Bankruptcy

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Residential Real Estate

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Contracts

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Chapter 13 Bankruptcy

Howard A. Birmiel is one of 6,374 chapter 13 attorneys indexed nationally. Browse chapter 13 attorneys in Virginia →

Probate

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Virginia

Practicing law in Virginia. Legal matters in Virginia are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Burke are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Virginia state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Virginia 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 Virginia courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Howard A. Birmiel

Where is Howard A. Birmiel's law office located?
Howard A. Birmiel's law practice is located in Burke, Virginia. The firm is Howard A. Birmiel Attorney at Law. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Howard A. Birmiel handle?
Howard A. Birmiel focuses on chapter 7, residential, contracts, chapter 13, probate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Virginia.
How long has Howard A. Birmiel practiced law?
Howard A. Birmiel has 51+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1975.
Where did Howard A. Birmiel go to law school?
Howard A. Birmiel earned their education at (J.D., 1975); (B.E.E., 1970).
How can I contact Howard A. Birmiel for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Howard A. Birmiel received?
Howard A. Birmiel's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
University of Baltimore School of Law
- 1975
B.E.E.
Brooklyn Technical High School City College of New York
- 1970

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Virginia U.S. Court of Appeals, Fourth Circuit U.S. Court, Eastern District of Virginia Bankruptcy C
Admitted: 1975

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