Atty. Howard A Topel

Atty. Howard A Topel

Howard A Topel is a lawyer practicing mergers & acquisitions, broadcasting law, communications law and 3 other areas of law. Howard received a A.B. degree from University of Pennsylvania in 1970, and has been licensed for 53 years.

Washington Washington 53 yrs experience 53 year
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Profile Summary

About Howard A Topel at a glance

Howard A Topel is an Of Counsel based in Washington, District of Columbia, practicing at Lerman Senter PLLC. They have 53+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1973. Their practice focuses on business and m&a. Admitted to practice in District of Columbia (1973). Educated at University of Pennsylvania (J.D., 1973) and University of Pennsylvania (A.B., 1970). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of District of Columbia Bar American Bar Association Federal Communications Bar Association. Serands clients in Washington, DC and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Howard A Topel is a lawyer practicing mergers & acquisitions, broadcasting law, communications law and 3 other areas of law
  • Howard received a A.B. degree from University of Pennsylvania in 1970, and has been licensed for 53 years
  • Howard practices at Lerman Senter PLLC in Washington, DC

Practice Areas Explained

Howard A Topel's Areas of Practice

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

Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

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Mergers & Acquisitions

Howard A Topel is one of 49,731 m&a attorneys indexed nationally. Browse m&a 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 Howard A Topel

Where is Howard A Topel's law office located?
Howard A Topel's law practice is located in Washington, District of Columbia. The firm is Lerman Senter PLLC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Howard A Topel handle?
Howard A Topel focuses on business, m&a. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in District of Columbia.
How long has Howard A Topel practiced law?
Howard A Topel has 53+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1973.
Where did Howard A Topel go to law school?
Howard A Topel earned their education at (J.D., 1973); (A.B., 1970).
How can I contact Howard A Topel for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Howard A Topel received?
Howard A Topel's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of Pennsylvania
- 1973
A.B.
University of Pennsylvania
- 1970

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

District of Columbia
Admitted: 1973

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