Atty. Joel David Schwartz

Atty. Joel David Schwartz

Mr. Joel David Schwartz is a lawyer practicing white collar, securities enforcement, and government investigations, food and drug law, commercial litigation and 7 other areas of law.

Washington Washington 36 yrs experience 36 year
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Profile Summary

About Joel David Schwartz at a glance

Joel David Schwartz is a criminal defense, immigration, business, white collar, and litigation attorney based in Washington, District of Columbia. They have 36+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1990. Admitted to practice in Texas (1990), Pennsylvania (1994), and District of Columbia Maryland (1999). Educated at NYU School of Law (J.D., 1990) and Rutgers University Eagleton Institute of Politics (M.A. Franklin, 1985). Active member of Professional & Community Affiliations •National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers, White Collar Committee and Health Care Fraud Subcommittee. Serands clients in Washington, DC and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Mr. Joel David Schwartz is a lawyer practicing white collar, securities enforcement, and government investigations, food and drug law, commercial litigation and 7 other areas of law
  • Joel received a M.A. degree from Rutgers University Eagleton Institute of Politics in 1985, and has been licensed for 36 years
  • Joel practices in Washington, DC

Practice Areas Explained

Joel David Schwartz's Areas of Practice

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

Criminal Defense

A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.

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Immigration Law

Immigration attorneys help with green cards, visas, citizenship, asylum, and deportation defense. Find a verified immigration lawyer for your case.

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Business & Corporate Law

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

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White Collar Crimes

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Civil Litigation

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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 Joel David Schwartz

Where is Joel David Schwartz's law office located?
Joel David Schwartz's law practice is located in Washington, District of Columbia. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Joel David Schwartz handle?
Joel David Schwartz focuses on criminal defense, immigration, business, white collar, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in District of Columbia.
How long has Joel David Schwartz practiced law?
Joel David Schwartz has 36+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1990.
Where did Joel David Schwartz go to law school?
Joel David Schwartz earned their education at (J.D., 1990); (M.A. Franklin, 1985).
How can I contact Joel David Schwartz for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
NYU School of Law
- 1990
M.A. Franklin
Rutgers University Eagleton Institute of Politics
- 1985

Bar Admissions

Texas
Admitted: 1990
Pennsylvania
Admitted: 1994
District of Columbia Maryland
Admitted: 1999

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