Atty. Laurence E Platt

Atty. Laurence E Platt

Laurence E Platt is a lawyer practicing real estate, partnership, residential and 5 other areas of law. Laurence received a B.A. degree from University of Pittsburgh in 1976, and has been licensed for 44 years.

Washington Washington 44 yrs experience 44 year
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Profile Summary

About Laurence E Platt at a glance

Laurence E Platt is a Practice Area Leader - Financial Services based in Washington, District of Columbia, practicing at K&L Gates LLP. They have 44+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1982. Their practice focuses on business, real estate, bankruptcy, consumer, and government. Admitted to practice in District of Columbia (1982). Educated at George Washington University (J.D., 1982) and University of Pittsburgh (B.A., 1976). Recognitions include Peer Reviewed. Serands clients in Washington, DC and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Laurence E Platt is a lawyer practicing real estate, partnership, residential and 5 other areas of law
  • Laurence received a B.A. degree from University of Pittsburgh in 1976, and has been licensed for 44 years
  • Laurence practices at K&L Gates LLP in Washington, DC

Practice Areas Explained

Laurence E Platt's Areas of Practice

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

Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

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Real Estate Law

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

Laurence E Platt is one of 316,149 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in District of Columbia →

Bankruptcy & Debt

A bankruptcy attorney can help you eliminate debt, stop creditor harassment, and protect your home through Chapter 7 or Chapter 13.

Laurence E Platt is one of 105,321 bankruptcy attorneys indexed nationally. Browse bankruptcy attorneys in District of Columbia →

Consumer Protection

Consumer protection attorneys for fraud, lemon law, debt harassment, and deceptive trade practices.

Laurence E Platt is one of 50,607 consumer attorneys indexed nationally. Browse consumer attorneys in District of Columbia →

Government & Administrative Law

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

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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 Laurence E Platt

Where is Laurence E Platt's law office located?
Laurence E Platt's law practice is located in Washington, District of Columbia. The firm is K&L Gates LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Laurence E Platt handle?
Laurence E Platt focuses on business, real estate, bankruptcy, consumer, government. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in District of Columbia.
How long has Laurence E Platt practiced law?
Laurence E Platt has 44+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1982.
Where did Laurence E Platt go to law school?
Laurence E Platt earned their education at (J.D., 1982); (B.A., 1976).
How can I contact Laurence E Platt for a consultation?
You can contact Laurence E Platt directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has Laurence E Platt received?
Laurence E Platt's notable recognition includes: Peer Reviewed.

Education

J.D.
George Washington University
- 1982
B.A.
University of Pittsburgh
- 1976

Awards

Peer Reviewed

Bar Admissions

District of Columbia
Admitted: 1982

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