Atty. Jay Epstien

Atty. Jay Epstien

Jay Epstien is a lawyer practicing landlord & tenant, real estate, corporate and 5 other areas of law. Jay received a B.S. degree from Case Western Reserve University in 1973, and has been licensed for 50 years.

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Profile Summary

About Jay Epstien at a glance

Jay Epstien is a Chair, US Real Estate Practice Co-Chair, Global Real Estate Practice based in Washington, District of Columbia, practicing at Dla Piper Llp. They have 50+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1976. Their practice focuses on business, real estate, and landlord/tenant. Admitted to practice in District of Columbia (1976). Educated at Cornell University Law School (J.D., 1976) and Case Western Reserve University (B.S., 1973). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serves clients in Washington, DC and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Jay Epstien is a lawyer practicing landlord & tenant, real estate, corporate and 5 other areas of law
  • Jay received a B.S. degree from Case Western Reserve University in 1973, and has been licensed for 50 years
  • Jay practices at DLA Piper LLP in Washington, DC

Practice Areas Explained

Jay Epstien's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Jay Epstien 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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Real Estate Law

Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.

Jay Epstien is one of 286,061 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in District of Columbia →

Landlord & Tenant

Landlord-tenant attorneys for evictions, lease disputes, security deposits, and habitability claims.

Jay Epstien is one of 19,927 landlord/tenant attorneys indexed nationally. Browse landlord/tenant 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 venue, 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 Jay Epstien

Where is Jay Epstien's law office located?
Jay Epstien's law practice is located in Washington, District of Columbia. The firm is Dla Piper Llp. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Jay Epstien handle?
Jay Epstien focuses on business, real estate, landlord/tenant. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in District of Columbia.
How long has Jay Epstien practiced law?
Jay Epstien has 50+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1976.
Where did Jay Epstien go to law school?
Jay Epstien earned their education at (J.D., 1976); (B.S., 1973).
How can I contact Jay Epstien for a consultation?
You can contact Jay Epstien directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has Jay Epstien received?
Jay Epstien's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Cornell University Law School
- 1976
B.S.
Case Western Reserve University
- 1973

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

District of Columbia
Admitted: 1976

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