Atty. J. Eric Nissley

Atty. J. Eric Nissley

J. Eric Nissley is a lawyer.

Washington Washington 46 yrs experience 46 year
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About J. Eric Nissley at a glance

J. Eric Nissley is an attorney based in Washington, District of Columbia. They have 46+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1980. Admitted to practice in District of Columbia (1980), U.S. Court of Customs and Patent Appeals (1982), U.S. Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit (1982), and U.S. Supreme Court (1986). Educated at Georgetown University Law Center (J.D., 1980) and Brown University (A.B. Georgetown, 1976). Serands clients in Washington, DC and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • J. Eric Nissley is a lawyer
  • J. Eric received a A.B. degree from Brown University in 1976, and has been licensed for 46 years
  • J. Eric practices 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 J. Eric Nissley's law office located?
J. Eric Nissley's law practice is located in Washington, District of Columbia. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
How long has J. Eric Nissley practiced law?
J. Eric Nissley has 46+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1980.
Where did J. Eric Nissley go to law school?
J. Eric Nissley earned their education at (J.D., 1980); (A.B. Georgetown, 1976).
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Education

J.D.
Georgetown University Law Center
- 1980
A.B. Georgetown
Brown University
- 1976

Bar Admissions

District of Columbia
Admitted: 1980
U.S. Court of Customs and Patent Appeals
Admitted: 1982
U.S. Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit
Admitted: 1982
U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 1986

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