Atty. Jeffrey Leonard Stanfield

Atty. Jeffrey Leonard Stanfield

Mr. Jeffrey Leonard Stanfield is a lawyer practicing project finance, construction & development, land use & zoning and 4 other areas of law.

Washington Washington 52 yrs experience 52 year
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Profile Summary

About Jeffrey Leonard Stanfield at a glance

Jeffrey Leonard Stanfield is a Senior Counsel based in Washington, District of Columbia, practicing at Akin Gump Strauss Hauer And Feld Llp. They have 52+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1974. Their practice focuses on zoning, environmental, and energy. Admitted to practice in Tennessee (1974) and District of Columbia (1979). Educated at Vanderbilt University School of Law (J.D., 1974) and Old Dominion University (B.S., 1971). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of District of Columbia Bar Tennessee and American Bar Associations. Serands clients in Washington, DC and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Mr. Jeffrey Leonard Stanfield is a lawyer practicing project finance, construction & development, land use & zoning and 4 other areas of law
  • Jeffrey received a B.S. degree from Old Dominion University in 1971, and has been licensed for 52 years
  • Jeffrey practices at Akin Gump Strauss Hauer & Feld LLP in Washington, DC

Practice Areas Explained

Jeffrey Leonard Stanfield's Areas of Practice

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

Land Use & Zoning

Jeffrey Leonard Stanfield is one of 40,226 zoning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse zoning attorneys in District of Columbia →

Environmental Law

Environmental attorneys for regulatory compliance, contamination, land use, and natural resource law.

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Energy & Utilities Law

Energy attorneys for oil & gas, renewables, utility regulation, and energy sector transactions.

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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 Jeffrey Leonard Stanfield

Where is Jeffrey Leonard Stanfield's law office located?
Jeffrey Leonard Stanfield's law practice is located in Washington, District of Columbia. The firm is Akin Gump Strauss Hauer And Feld Llp. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Jeffrey Leonard Stanfield handle?
Jeffrey Leonard Stanfield focuses on zoning, environmental, energy. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in District of Columbia.
How long has Jeffrey Leonard Stanfield practiced law?
Jeffrey Leonard Stanfield has 52+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1974.
Where did Jeffrey Leonard Stanfield go to law school?
Jeffrey Leonard Stanfield earned their education at (J.D., 1974); (B.S., 1971).
How can I contact Jeffrey Leonard Stanfield for a consultation?
You can contact Jeffrey Leonard Stanfield 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 Jeffrey Leonard Stanfield received?
Jeffrey Leonard Stanfield's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Vanderbilt University School of Law
- 1974
B.S.
Old Dominion University
- 1971

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Tennessee
Admitted: 1974
District of Columbia
Admitted: 1979

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