Atty. John Leslie Brownlee

Atty. John Leslie Brownlee

Mr. John Leslie Brownlee is a lawyer practicing criminal defense, government contracts, white collar defense and investigation and 9 other areas of law.

Washington Washington 32 yrs experience 32 year
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Profile Summary

About John Leslie Brownlee at a glance

John Leslie Brownlee is a Partner based in Washington, District of Columbia, practicing at Holland And Knight Llp. They have 32+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1994. Their practice focuses on criminal defense, white collar, whistleblower, litigation, and government. Admitted to practice in Virginia (1994) and District of Columbia (1996). Educated at William & Mary Law School (J.D., 1994) and Washington & Lee University (B.S. Business, 1987). Active member of Virginia and American Bar Associations. Serands clients in Washington, DC and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Mr. John Leslie Brownlee is a lawyer practicing criminal defense, government contracts, white collar defense and investigation and 9 other areas of law
  • John received a B.S. degree from Washington & Lee University in 1987, and has been licensed for 32 years
  • John practices at Holland & Knight LLP in Washington, DC

Practice Areas Explained

John Leslie Brownlee's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases John Leslie Brownlee 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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White Collar Crimes

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Whistleblower & Retaliation

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Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

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Government & Administrative Law

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

John Leslie Brownlee 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 Leslie Brownlee

Where is John Leslie Brownlee's law office located?
John Leslie Brownlee's law practice is located in Washington, District of Columbia. The firm is Holland And Knight Llp. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does John Leslie Brownlee handle?
John Leslie Brownlee focuses on criminal defense, white collar, whistleblower, litigation, government. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in District of Columbia.
How long has John Leslie Brownlee practiced law?
John Leslie Brownlee has 32+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1994.
Where did John Leslie Brownlee go to law school?
John Leslie Brownlee earned their education at (J.D., 1994); (B.S. Business, 1987).
How can I contact John Leslie Brownlee for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
William & Mary Law School
- 1994
B.S. Business
Washington & Lee University
- 1987

Bar Admissions

Virginia
Admitted: 1994
District of Columbia
Admitted: 1996

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