Atty. M. Catherine Cottam

Atty. M. Catherine Cottam

M. Catherine Cottam is a lawyer.

Washington Washington 43 yrs experience 43 year
Call (732) 360-6947 Book Appointment

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About M. Catherine Cottam at a glance

M. Catherine Cottam is an attorney based in Washington, District of Columbia. They have 43+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1983. Admitted to practice in New York (1983) and California (1984). Educated at Boalt Hall School of Law, University of California (J.D., 1982) and University of Pennsylvania (B.A., 1977). Serands clients in Washington, DC and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • M. Catherine Cottam is a lawyer
  • M. Catherine received a B.A. degree from University of Pennsylvania in 1977, and has been licensed for 43 years
  • M. Catherine practices in Washington, DC

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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M. Catherine Cottam's law practice is located in Washington, District of Columbia. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
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M. Catherine Cottam has 43+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1983.
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M. Catherine Cottam earned their education at (J.D., 1982); (B.A., 1977).
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Education

J.D.
Boalt Hall School of Law, University of California
- 1982
B.A.
University of Pennsylvania
- 1977

Bar Admissions

New York
Admitted: 1983
California
Admitted: 1984

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