Atty. Jonathan Stuart Martel
Mr. Jonathan Stuart Martel is a lawyer practicing environmental, regulatory, litigation.
Environmental & More Attorney · Serving Washington, DC · 37+ Years Experience
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About Jonathan Stuart Martel at a Glance
Jonathan Stuart Martel is a Partner based in Washington, District of Columbia, practicing at Arnold And Porter Llp. They have 37+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1989. Their practice focuses on litigation and environmental. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1989) and District of Columbia (1991). Educated at Yale University (J.D., 1989) and Dartmouth College (A.B., 1986). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serves clients in Washington, DC and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Jonathan Stuart Martel
- Mr. Jonathan Stuart Martel is a lawyer practicing environmental, regulatory, litigation
- Jonathan received a A.B. degree from Dartmouth College in 1986, and has been licensed for 37 years
- Jonathan practices at Arnold & Porter LLP in Washington, DC
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Jonathan Stuart Martel's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Jonathan Stuart Martel handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Washington.
Civil Litigation in Washington
Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.
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Environmental Law in Washington
Environmental attorneys for regulatory compliance, contamination, land use, and natural resource law.
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Why Local Counsel Matters in Washington
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 venue, 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.
Washington Courts and Legal Process
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Why Clients in Washington Choose Jonathan Stuart Martel
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish Jonathan Stuart Martel's practice in the field of litigation and environmental.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Jonathan Stuart Martel brings 37+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in Illinois and District of Columbia, Jonathan Stuart Martel can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering litigation and environmental, Jonathan Stuart Martel can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Washington
A Washington-based practice means Jonathan Stuart Martel attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
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