Atty. John Lawrence Richardson

Atty. John Lawrence Richardson

John Lawrence Richardson is a lawyer practicing corporate law, government, transportation and 1 other area of law. John received a B.A. degree from University of Michigan in 1962, and has been licensed for 59 years.

Washington Washington 59 yrs experience 59 year
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Profile Summary

About John Lawrence Richardson at a glance

John Lawrence Richardson is a business and government attorney based in Washington, District of Columbia, practicing at John L. Richardson, P.L.L.C.. They have 59+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1967. Admitted to practice in Virginia (1967), District of Columbia (1967), U.S. Court of Appeals for the District of Columbia Circuit (1968), and U.S. Supreme Court (1970). Educated at University of Virginia (J.D., 1967) and University of Michigan (B.A., 1962). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of The District of Columbia Bar Virginia State Bar American Bar Association. Serands clients in Washington, DC and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • John Lawrence Richardson is a lawyer practicing corporate law, government, transportation and 1 other area of law
  • John received a B.A. degree from University of Michigan in 1962, and has been licensed for 59 years
  • John practices at John L. Richardson, P.L.L.C. in Washington, DC

Practice Areas Explained

John Lawrence Richardson's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases John Lawrence Richardson 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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Government & Administrative Law

Attorneys for administrative law, agency hearings, government contracts, licensing, and public benefits.

John Lawrence Richardson is one of 132,225 government attorneys indexed nationally. Browse government 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 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 John Lawrence Richardson

Where is John Lawrence Richardson's law office located?
John Lawrence Richardson's law practice is located in Washington, District of Columbia. The firm is John L. Richardson, P.L.L.C.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does John Lawrence Richardson handle?
John Lawrence Richardson focuses on business, government. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in District of Columbia.
How long has John Lawrence Richardson practiced law?
John Lawrence Richardson has 59+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1967.
Where did John Lawrence Richardson go to law school?
John Lawrence Richardson earned their education at (J.D., 1967); (B.A., 1962).
How can I contact John Lawrence Richardson for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has John Lawrence Richardson received?
John Lawrence Richardson's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of Virginia
- 1967
B.A.
University of Michigan
- 1962

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Virginia
Admitted: 1967
District of Columbia
Admitted: 1967
U.S. Court of Appeals for the District of Columbia Circuit
Admitted: 1968
U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 1970

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