Atty. Joseph D. Douglass

Atty. Joseph D. Douglass

Joseph D. Douglass is a lawyer practicing community associations, real property.

Washington Washington 48 yrs experience 48 year
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About Joseph D. Douglass at a glance

Joseph D. Douglass is a Partner based in Washington, District of Columbia, practicing at Whiteford, Taylor & Preston L.L.P.. They have 48+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1978. Their practice focuses on real estate. Admitted to practice in Maryland (1978) and District of Columbia (1984). Educated at University of Pennsylvania (J.D., 1977) and University of Michigan (A.B., 1974). Serands clients in Washington, DC and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Joseph D. Douglass is a lawyer practicing community associations, real property
  • Joseph D. received a A.B. degree from University of Michigan in 1974, and has been licensed for 48 years
  • Joseph D. practices at Whiteford, Taylor & Preston L.L.P. in Washington, DC and 1 other location

Practice Areas Explained

Joseph D. Douglass's Areas of Practice

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

Real Estate Law

Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.

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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 Joseph D. Douglass

Where is Joseph D. Douglass's law office located?
Joseph D. Douglass's law practice is located in Washington, District of Columbia. The firm is Whiteford, Taylor & Preston L.L.P.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Joseph D. Douglass handle?
Joseph D. Douglass focuses on real estate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in District of Columbia.
How long has Joseph D. Douglass practiced law?
Joseph D. Douglass has 48+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1978.
Where did Joseph D. Douglass go to law school?
Joseph D. Douglass earned their education at (J.D., 1977); (A.B., 1974).
How can I contact Joseph D. Douglass for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
University of Pennsylvania
- 1977
A.B.
University of Michigan
- 1974

Bar Admissions

Maryland
Admitted: 1978
District of Columbia
Admitted: 1984

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