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Atty. Laurence A. Short

Atty. Laurence A. Short

Laurence A. Short is a lawyer practicing aviation, administrative and transportation law.

Washington Washington 68 yrs experience 68 year
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Profile Summary

About Laurence A. Short at a glance

Laurence A. Short is a government and aviation attorney based in Washington, District of Columbia. They have 68+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1958. Admitted to practice in District of Columbia (1958). Educated at Georgetown University (J.D., 1958) and St. Louis University (B.S., 1951). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Washington, DC and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Laurence A. Short is a lawyer practicing aviation, administrative and transportation law
  • Laurence A. received a B.S. degree from St. Louis University in 1951, and has been licensed for 68 years
  • Laurence A. practices in Washington, DC

Practice Areas Explained

Laurence A. Short's Areas of Practice

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

Government & Administrative Law

Attorneys for administrative law, agency hearings, government contracts, licensing, and public benefits.

Laurence A. Short is one of 132,225 government attorneys indexed nationally. Browse government attorneys in District of Columbia →

Aviation Law

Aviation attorneys for aircraft accidents, FAA regulation, pilot defense, and aviation industry matters.

Laurence A. Short is one of 9,225 aviation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse aviation 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 Laurence A. Short

Where is Laurence A. Short's law office located?
Laurence A. Short's law practice is located in Washington, District of Columbia. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Laurence A. Short handle?
Laurence A. Short focuses on government, aviation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in District of Columbia.
How long has Laurence A. Short practiced law?
Laurence A. Short has 68+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1958.
Where did Laurence A. Short go to law school?
Laurence A. Short earned their education at (J.D., 1958); (B.S., 1951).
How can I contact Laurence A. Short for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Laurence A. Short received?
Laurence A. Short's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Georgetown University
- 1958
B.S.
St. Louis University
- 1951

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

District of Columbia
Admitted: 1958

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