Atty. Lisa J Dessel

Atty. Lisa J Dessel

Lisa J Dessel is a lawyer practicing real estate, small business management, landlord and tenant law. Lisa received a B.S. degree from Boston University in 1975, and has been licensed for 48 years.

Washington Washington 48 yrs experience 48 year
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Profile Summary

About Lisa J Dessel at a glance

Lisa J Dessel is a Managing Partner based in Washington, District of Columbia, practicing at Musolino & Dessel. They have 48+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1978. Their practice focuses on business, real estate, and landlord/tenant. Admitted to practice in New Jersey (1978), U.S. District Court, District of New Jersey (1978), District of Columbia (1979), and U.S. District Court for the District of Columbia (1979). Educated at Syracuse University (J.D., 1978) and Boston University (B.S., 1975). Active member of The District of Columbia Bar New Jersey State and American Bar Associations. Serands clients in Washington, DC and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Lisa J Dessel is a lawyer practicing real estate, small business management, landlord and tenant law
  • Lisa received a B.S. degree from Boston University in 1975, and has been licensed for 48 years
  • Lisa practices at Musolino & Dessel in Washington, DC

Practice Areas Explained

Lisa J Dessel's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Lisa J Dessel 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.

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Landlord & Tenant

Landlord-tenant attorneys for evictions, lease disputes, security deposits, and habitability claims.

Lisa J Dessel is one of 22,365 landlord/tenant attorneys indexed nationally. Browse landlord/tenant 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 Lisa J Dessel

Where is Lisa J Dessel's law office located?
Lisa J Dessel's law practice is located in Washington, District of Columbia. The firm is Musolino & Dessel. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Lisa J Dessel handle?
Lisa J Dessel focuses on business, real estate, landlord/tenant. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in District of Columbia.
How long has Lisa J Dessel practiced law?
Lisa J Dessel has 48+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1978.
Where did Lisa J Dessel go to law school?
Lisa J Dessel earned their education at (J.D., 1978); (B.S., 1975).
How can I contact Lisa J Dessel for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Syracuse University
- 1978
B.S.
Boston University
- 1975

Bar Admissions

New Jersey
Admitted: 1978
U.S. District Court, District of New Jersey
Admitted: 1978
District of Columbia
Admitted: 1979
U.S. District Court for the District of Columbia
Admitted: 1979

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