Atty. John T Kotelly

Atty. John T Kotelly

John T Kotelly is a lawyer practicing white collar criminal defense law, civil and criminal litigation. John received a degree from Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute in 1960, and has been licensed for 58 years.

Washington Washington 58 yrs experience 58 year
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About John T Kotelly at a glance

John T Kotelly is a Senior Counsel based in Washington, District of Columbia, practicing at Dickstein Shapiro Llp. They have 58+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1968. Their practice focuses on criminal defense and white collar. Admitted to practice in District of Columbia (1968) and U.S. Court of Appeals, District of Columbia Circuit (1968). Educated at Georgetown University (J.D., 1967) and Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute (B.A.E., 1960). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of The District of Columbia Bar American Bar Association. Serands clients in Washington, DC and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • John T Kotelly is a lawyer practicing white collar criminal defense law, civil and criminal litigation
  • John received a degree from Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute in 1960, and has been licensed for 58 years
  • John practices at Dickstein Shapiro LLP in Washington, DC

Practice Areas Explained

John T Kotelly's Areas of Practice

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

Criminal Defense

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White Collar Crimes

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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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Where is John T Kotelly's law office located?
John T Kotelly's law practice is located in Washington, District of Columbia. The firm is Dickstein Shapiro Llp. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does John T Kotelly handle?
John T Kotelly focuses on criminal defense, white collar. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in District of Columbia.
How long has John T Kotelly practiced law?
John T Kotelly has 58+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1968.
Where did John T Kotelly go to law school?
John T Kotelly earned their education at (J.D., 1967); (B.A.E., 1960).
How can I contact John T Kotelly for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has John T Kotelly received?
John T Kotelly's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Georgetown University
- 1967
B.A.E.
Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute
- 1960

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

District of Columbia
Admitted: 1968
U.S. Court of Appeals, District of Columbia Circuit
Admitted: 1968

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