Atty. Margaret E. Tighe

Atty. Margaret E. Tighe

Ms. Margaret E.

Washington Washington 35 yrs experience 35 year
Call (202) 367-9055 Book Appointment

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About Margaret E. Tighe at a glance

Margaret E. Tighe is a Principal based in Washington, District of Columbia, practicing at Powers Pyles Sutter & Verville PC. They have 35+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1991. Their practice focuses on ssd, securities, government, and health care. Admitted to practice in Pennsylvania (1991) and District of Columbia (1992). Educated at Widener University School of Law (J.D., 1991) and Wittenberg University (Bachelor, 1988). Active member of Women in Government Relations President, 2004 – 2006 Health Care Task Force Co-Chair, 1998 – 1999 DC Bar Association Active Member, 1997 – present American Health Lawyers Association. Serands clients in Washington, DC and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Ms. Margaret E. Tighe is a lawyer practicing health care legislation, health care reform, health care regulation and 5 other areas of law
  • Margaret received a degree from Wittenberg University in 1988, and has been licensed for 35 years
  • Margaret practices at Powers Pyles Sutter & Verville PC in Washington, DC

Practice Areas Explained

Margaret E. Tighe's Areas of Practice

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

Social Security Disability

SSDI and SSI attorneys for disability claims, denied benefits, and Social Security appeals.

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Securities Law

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Government & Administrative Law

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

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Health Care Law

Health care attorneys for HIPAA, Medicare, Medicaid, regulatory compliance, and medical licensing matters.

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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 Margaret E. Tighe

Where is Margaret E. Tighe's law office located?
Margaret E. Tighe's law practice is located in Washington, District of Columbia. The firm is Powers Pyles Sutter & Verville PC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Margaret E. Tighe handle?
Margaret E. Tighe focuses on ssd, securities, government, health care. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in District of Columbia.
How long has Margaret E. Tighe practiced law?
Margaret E. Tighe has 35+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1991.
Where did Margaret E. Tighe go to law school?
Margaret E. Tighe earned their education at (J.D., 1991); (Bachelor, 1988).
How can I contact Margaret E. Tighe for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Widener University School of Law
- 1991
Bachelor
Wittenberg University
- 1988

Bar Admissions

Pennsylvania
Admitted: 1991
District of Columbia
Admitted: 1992

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