Atty. John Patton Racin

Atty. John Patton Racin

John Patton Racin is a lawyer practicing native peoples law, litigation, native american civil rights and 1 other area of law. John received a B.A. degree from West Virginia University in 1970, and has been licensed for 49 years.

Washington Washington 49 yrs experience 49 year
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About John Patton Racin at a glance

John Patton Racin is an Of Counsel based in Washington, District of Columbia, practicing at Klimaski & Associates, P.C.. They have 49+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1977. Their practice focuses on employment, litigation, and civil rights. Admitted to practice in District of Columbia (1977) and Maryland U.S. Supreme Court U.S. District Court for the District of Columbia .U.S. Court of Appeals, (1985). Educated at Antioch School of Law (J.D., 1977) and West Virginia University (B.A., 1970). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Metropolitan Washington Employment Lawyers Association. Serands clients in Washington, DC and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • John Patton Racin is a lawyer practicing native peoples law, litigation, native american civil rights and 1 other area of law
  • John received a B.A. degree from West Virginia University in 1970, and has been licensed for 49 years
  • John practices at Klimaski & Associates, P.C. in Washington, DC

Practice Areas Explained

John Patton Racin's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases John Patton Racin handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Employment Law

Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.

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Civil Litigation

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Civil Rights

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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

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Where is John Patton Racin's law office located?
John Patton Racin's law practice is located in Washington, District of Columbia. The firm is Klimaski & Associates, P.C.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does John Patton Racin handle?
John Patton Racin focuses on employment, litigation, civil rights. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in District of Columbia.
How long has John Patton Racin practiced law?
John Patton Racin has 49+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1977.
Where did John Patton Racin go to law school?
John Patton Racin earned their education at (J.D., 1977); (B.A., 1970).
How can I contact John Patton Racin for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has John Patton Racin received?
John Patton Racin's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Antioch School of Law
- 1977
B.A.
West Virginia University
- 1970

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

District of Columbia
Admitted: 1977
Maryland U.S. Supreme Court U.S. District Court for the District of Columbia .U.S. Court of Appeals,
Admitted: 1985

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