Atty. L. Cleaves Manning

Atty. L. Cleaves Manning

L. Cleaves Manning is a lawyer practicing visas, white collar crime, expungement and 2 other areas of law.

Washington Washington 74 yrs experience 74 year
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Profile Summary

About L. Cleaves Manning at a glance

L. Cleaves Manning is a Principal based in Washington, District of Columbia, practicing at Record Absolutions. They have 74+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1952. Their practice focuses on criminal defense, white collar, expungement, and litigation. Admitted to practice in Virginia (1952), District of Columbia (2009), and Maryland (2014). Educated at Washington & Lee University (J.D., 2008) and George Washington University (B.A., 2005). Active member of Virginia State Bar The District of Columbia Bar. Serands clients in Washington, DC and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • L. Cleaves Manning is a lawyer practicing visas, white collar crime, expungement and 2 other areas of law
  • L. received a B.A. degree from George Washington University in 2005, and has been licensed for 74 years
  • L. practices at Record Absolutions in Washington, DC

Practice Areas Explained

L. Cleaves Manning's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases L. Cleaves Manning handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Criminal Defense

A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.

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White Collar Crimes

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Expungement & Sealing

L. Cleaves Manning is one of 5,311 expungement attorneys indexed nationally. Browse expungement attorneys in District of Columbia →

Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

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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 L. Cleaves Manning

Where is L. Cleaves Manning's law office located?
L. Cleaves Manning's law practice is located in Washington, District of Columbia. The firm is Record Absolutions. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does L. Cleaves Manning handle?
L. Cleaves Manning focuses on criminal defense, white collar, expungement, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in District of Columbia.
How long has L. Cleaves Manning practiced law?
L. Cleaves Manning has 74+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1952.
Where did L. Cleaves Manning go to law school?
L. Cleaves Manning earned their education at (J.D., 2008); (B.A., 2005).
How can I contact L. Cleaves Manning for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Washington & Lee University
- 2008
B.A.
George Washington University
- 2005

Bar Admissions

Virginia
Admitted: 1952
District of Columbia
Admitted: 2009
Maryland
Admitted: 2014

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