Atty. Matthew Arnold Finston

Atty. Matthew Arnold Finston

Matthew Arnold Finston is a lawyer. Matthew received a B.A. degree from Swarthmore College in 1981, and has been licensed for 41 years.

Washington Washington 41 yrs experience 41 year
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Matthew Arnold Finston is an attorney based in Washington, District of Columbia. They have 41+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1985. Admitted to practice in Illinois (Inactive) (1985). Educated at University of Illinois (J.D., 1985) and Swarthmore College (B.A. University, 1981). Serands clients in Washington, DC and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Matthew Arnold Finston is a lawyer
  • Matthew received a B.A. degree from Swarthmore College in 1981, and has been licensed for 41 years
  • Matthew 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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Matthew Arnold Finston's law practice is located in Washington, District of Columbia. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
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Matthew Arnold Finston has 41+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1985.
Where did Matthew Arnold Finston go to law school?
Matthew Arnold Finston earned their education at (J.D., 1985); (B.A. University, 1981).
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Education

J.D.
University of Illinois
- 1985
B.A. University
Swarthmore College
- 1981

Bar Admissions

Illinois (Inactive)
Admitted: 1985

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