Atty. Joseph A. Black

Atty. Joseph A. Black

Mr. Joseph A.

Washington Washington 39 yrs experience 39 year
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Profile Summary

About Joseph A. Black at a glance

Joseph A. Black is a Member based in Washington, District of Columbia, practicing at The Cullen Law Firm, PLLC. They have 39+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1987. Their practice focuses on whistleblower, appellate, and international. Admitted to practice in Pennsylvania (1987), District of Columbia (1988), U.S. Court of International Trade (1988), and U.S. Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit (1989). Educated at Catholic University of America (J.D., 1987) and California State University Long Beach (M.A. Central, 1972). Serands clients in Washington, DC and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Mr. Joseph A. Black is a lawyer practicing appeals, international trade regulation, customs law and 3 other areas of law
  • Joseph received a M.A. degree from California State University Long Beach in 1972, and has been licensed for 39 years
  • Joseph practices at The Cullen Law Firm, PLLC in Washington, DC

Practice Areas Explained

Joseph A. Black's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Joseph A. Black handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Whistleblower & Retaliation

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Appellate Practice

Appellate attorneys for civil and criminal appeals at state and federal court.

Joseph A. Black is one of 86,319 appellate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse appellate attorneys in District of Columbia →

International Law

International law attorneys for cross-border transactions, trade, foreign investment, and treaties.

Joseph A. Black is one of 40,133 international attorneys indexed nationally. Browse international attorneys in District of Columbia →

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 Joseph A. Black

Where is Joseph A. Black's law office located?
Joseph A. Black's law practice is located in Washington, District of Columbia. The firm is The Cullen Law Firm, PLLC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Joseph A. Black handle?
Joseph A. Black focuses on whistleblower, appellate, international. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in District of Columbia.
How long has Joseph A. Black practiced law?
Joseph A. Black has 39+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1987.
Where did Joseph A. Black go to law school?
Joseph A. Black earned their education at (J.D., 1987); (M.A. Central, 1972).
How can I contact Joseph A. Black for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Catholic University of America
- 1987
M.A. Central
California State University Long Beach
- 1972

Bar Admissions

Pennsylvania
Admitted: 1987
District of Columbia
Admitted: 1988
U.S. Court of International Trade
Admitted: 1988
U.S. Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit
Admitted: 1989

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