Atty. Margaret Relman Batten

Atty. Margaret Relman Batten

Margaret Relman Batten is a lawyer practicing criminal law. Margaret received a A.B. degree from Bryn Mawr College in 1983, and has been licensed for 37 years.

Washington Washington 37 yrs experience 37 year
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About Margaret Relman Batten at a glance

Margaret Relman Batten is an Asst. U.S. Atty. based in Washington, District of Columbia. They have 37+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1989. Their practice focuses on criminal defense. Admitted to practice in Massachusetts (1989) and District of Columbia (1989). Educated at Harvard University (J.D., 1988) and Bryn Mawr College (A.B., 1983). Serands clients in Washington, DC and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Margaret Relman Batten is a lawyer practicing criminal law
  • Margaret received a A.B. degree from Bryn Mawr College in 1983, and has been licensed for 37 years
  • Margaret practices in Washington, DC

Practice Areas Explained

Margaret Relman Batten's Areas of Practice

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

Criminal Defense

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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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Where is Margaret Relman Batten's law office located?
Margaret Relman Batten's law practice is located in Washington, District of Columbia. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Margaret Relman Batten handle?
Margaret Relman Batten focuses on criminal defense. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in District of Columbia.
How long has Margaret Relman Batten practiced law?
Margaret Relman Batten has 37+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1989.
Where did Margaret Relman Batten go to law school?
Margaret Relman Batten earned their education at (J.D., 1988); (A.B., 1983).
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Practice Areas

Education

J.D.
Harvard University
- 1988
A.B.
Bryn Mawr College
- 1983

Bar Admissions

Massachusetts
Admitted: 1989
District of Columbia
Admitted: 1989

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