Atty. John Miller West

Atty. John Miller West

John Miller West is a lawyer practicing litigation, criminal defense. John received a B.A. degree from Elizabethtown College in 1970, and has been licensed for 37 years.

Washington Washington 37 yrs experience 37 year
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Profile Summary

About John Miller West at a glance

John Miller West is a Member based in Washington, District of Columbia, practicing at Bredhoff And Kaiser P L L C. They have 37+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1989. Their practice focuses on criminal defense and litigation. Admitted to practice in Pennsylvania (Inactive) (1989), District of Columbia (1990), U.S. Supreme Court U.S. Court of Appeals, Third, Fourth, Sixth, Seventh, Eighth, Ninth, Tenth, Eleve (1995), and Indiana (2009). Educated at University of Michigan (J.D., 1987) and Elizabethtown College (B.A. University, 1970). Serands clients in Washington, DC and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • John Miller West is a lawyer practicing litigation, criminal defense
  • John received a B.A. degree from Elizabethtown College in 1970, and has been licensed for 37 years
  • John practices at Bredhoff & Kaiser, P.L.L.C. in Washington, DC

Practice Areas Explained

John Miller West's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases John Miller West 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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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 John Miller West

Where is John Miller West's law office located?
John Miller West's law practice is located in Washington, District of Columbia. The firm is Bredhoff And Kaiser P L L C. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does John Miller West handle?
John Miller West focuses on criminal defense, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in District of Columbia.
How long has John Miller West practiced law?
John Miller West has 37+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1989.
Where did John Miller West go to law school?
John Miller West earned their education at (J.D., 1987); (B.A. University, 1970).
How can I contact John Miller West for a consultation?
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Practice Areas

Education

J.D.
University of Michigan
- 1987
B.A. University
Elizabethtown College
- 1970

Bar Admissions

Pennsylvania (Inactive)
Admitted: 1989
District of Columbia
Admitted: 1990
U.S. Supreme Court U.S. Court of Appeals, Third, Fourth, Sixth, Seventh, Eighth, Ninth, Tenth, Eleve
Admitted: 1995
Indiana
Admitted: 2009

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