Atty. Lee Elliott Berner

Atty. Lee Elliott Berner

Lee Elliott Berner is a lawyer practicing real estate, business restructuring and insolvency, reits and 1 other area of law. Lee received a B.A. degree from Hamilton College in 1980, and has been licensed for 40 years.

Washington Washington 40 yrs experience 40 year
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Profile Summary

About Lee Elliott Berner at a glance

Lee Elliott Berner is an Attorney based in Washington, District of Columbia, practicing at Hogan Lovells Us Llp. They have 40+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1986. Their practice focuses on real estate and bankruptcy. Admitted to practice in New York (1986), District of Columbia (1986), and Virginia (1989). Educated at Cornell University Law School (J.D., 1985) and Hamilton College (B.A., 1980). Active member of The District of Columbia Bar New York State Bar Association Virginia State Bar. Serands clients in Washington, DC and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Lee Elliott Berner is a lawyer practicing real estate, business restructuring and insolvency, reits and 1 other area of law
  • Lee received a B.A. degree from Hamilton College in 1980, and has been licensed for 40 years
  • Lee practices at Hogan Lovells US LLP in Washington, DC

Practice Areas Explained

Lee Elliott Berner's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Lee Elliott Berner 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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Bankruptcy & Debt

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

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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 Lee Elliott Berner

Where is Lee Elliott Berner's law office located?
Lee Elliott Berner's law practice is located in Washington, District of Columbia. The firm is Hogan Lovells Us Llp. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Lee Elliott Berner handle?
Lee Elliott Berner focuses on real estate, bankruptcy. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in District of Columbia.
How long has Lee Elliott Berner practiced law?
Lee Elliott Berner has 40+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1986.
Where did Lee Elliott Berner go to law school?
Lee Elliott Berner earned their education at (J.D., 1985); (B.A., 1980).
How can I contact Lee Elliott Berner for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Cornell University Law School
- 1985
B.A.
Hamilton College
- 1980

Bar Admissions

New York
Admitted: 1986
District of Columbia
Admitted: 1986
Virginia
Admitted: 1989

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