Atty. John Ray Woodrum

Atty. John Ray Woodrum

Mr. John Ray Woodrum is a lawyer practicing employee benefits, labor, litigation.

Washington Washington 51 yrs experience 51 year
Call (857) 347-3867 Book Appointment

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About John Ray Woodrum at a glance

John Ray Woodrum is a Shareholder based in Washington, District of Columbia, practicing at Ogletree, Deakins, Nash, Smoak & Stewart, P.C.. They have 51+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1975. Their practice focuses on employment and litigation. Admitted to practice in California U.S. Supreme Court (1975) and District of Columbia (1977). Educated at University of Southern California (J.D., 1974) and Harvard University (B.A., 1969). Active member of The District of Columbia Bar State Bar of California American Bar Association. Serands clients in Washington, DC and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Mr. John Ray Woodrum is a lawyer practicing employee benefits, labor, litigation
  • John received a B.A. degree from Harvard University in 1969, and has been licensed for 51 years
  • John practices at Ogletree, Deakins, Nash, Smoak & Stewart, P.C. in Washington, DC

Practice Areas Explained

John Ray Woodrum's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases John Ray Woodrum 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

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

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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 Ray Woodrum

Where is John Ray Woodrum's law office located?
John Ray Woodrum's law practice is located in Washington, District of Columbia. The firm is Ogletree, Deakins, Nash, Smoak & Stewart, P.C.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does John Ray Woodrum handle?
John Ray Woodrum focuses on employment, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in District of Columbia.
How long has John Ray Woodrum practiced law?
John Ray Woodrum has 51+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1975.
Where did John Ray Woodrum go to law school?
John Ray Woodrum earned their education at (J.D., 1974); (B.A., 1969).
How can I contact John Ray Woodrum for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
University of Southern California
- 1974
B.A.
Harvard University
- 1969

Bar Admissions

California U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 1975
District of Columbia
Admitted: 1977

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