Atty. Ilana Gelfman

Atty. Ilana Gelfman

Ms. Ilana Gelfman is a lawyer practicing issues & appeals.

Washington Washington 17 yrs experience 17 year
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About Ilana Gelfman at a glance

Ilana Gelfman is an Associate based in Washington, District of Columbia, practicing at Jones Day. They have 17+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2009. Their practice focuses on appellate. Admitted to practice in Massachusetts U.S. District Court for the District of Massachusetts, U.S. Courts of Appeals for the (2009), Maryland (2013), and District of Columbia (2016). Educated at Yale University (J.D., 2009) and Harvard University (A.B., 2005). Serands clients in Washington, DC and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

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  • Ms. Ilana Gelfman is a lawyer practicing issues & appeals
  • Ilana received a A.B. degree from Harvard University in 2005, and has been licensed for 17 years
  • Ilana practices at Jones Day in Washington, DC

Practice Areas Explained

Ilana Gelfman's Areas of Practice

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

Appellate Practice

Appellate attorneys for civil and criminal appeals at state and federal court.

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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 Ilana Gelfman

Where is Ilana Gelfman's law office located?
Ilana Gelfman's law practice is located in Washington, District of Columbia. The firm is Jones Day. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Ilana Gelfman handle?
Ilana Gelfman focuses on appellate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in District of Columbia.
How long has Ilana Gelfman practiced law?
Ilana Gelfman has 17+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2009.
Where did Ilana Gelfman go to law school?
Ilana Gelfman earned their education at (J.D., 2009); (A.B., 2005).
How can I contact Ilana Gelfman for a consultation?
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Practice Areas

Education

J.D.
Yale University
- 2009
A.B.
Harvard University
- 2005

Bar Admissions

Massachusetts U.S. District Court for the District of Massachusetts, U.S. Courts of Appeals for the
Admitted: 2009
Maryland
Admitted: 2013
District of Columbia
Admitted: 2016

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