Atty. Kim Lea Simmons

Atty. Kim Lea Simmons

Ms. Kim Lea Simmons is a lawyer practicing environmental law.

Washington Washington 30 yrs experience 30 year
Call (771) 244-1984 Book Appointment

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About Kim Lea Simmons at a glance

Kim Lea Simmons is a Member based in Washington, District of Columbia, practicing at Kim L. Simmons. They have 30+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1996. Their practice focuses on environmental. Admitted to practice in New Jersey (1996), District of Columbia (2002), U.S. Court of Appeals, Fourth Circuit (2002), and U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Virginia (2005). Educated at University of Virginia School of Law (J.D., 1994) and Rutgers College (B.A., 1991). Serands clients in Washington, DC and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Ms. Kim Lea Simmons is a lawyer practicing environmental law
  • Kim received a B.A. degree from Rutgers College in 1991, and has been licensed for 30 years
  • Kim practices at Kim L. Simmons in Washington, DC

Practice Areas Explained

Kim Lea Simmons's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Kim Lea Simmons handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Environmental Law

Environmental attorneys for regulatory compliance, contamination, land use, and natural resource law.

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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 Kim Lea Simmons

Where is Kim Lea Simmons's law office located?
Kim Lea Simmons's law practice is located in Washington, District of Columbia. The firm is Kim L. Simmons. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Kim Lea Simmons handle?
Kim Lea Simmons focuses on environmental. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in District of Columbia.
How long has Kim Lea Simmons practiced law?
Kim Lea Simmons has 30+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1996.
Where did Kim Lea Simmons go to law school?
Kim Lea Simmons earned their education at (J.D., 1994); (B.A., 1991).
How can I contact Kim Lea Simmons for a consultation?
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Practice Areas

Education

J.D.
University of Virginia School of Law
- 1994
B.A.
Rutgers College
- 1991

Bar Admissions

New Jersey
Admitted: 1996
District of Columbia
Admitted: 2002
U.S. Court of Appeals, Fourth Circuit
Admitted: 2002
U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Virginia
Admitted: 2005

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