Atty. Matthew Blake Hanson

Atty. Matthew Blake Hanson

Mr. Matthew Blake Hanson is a lawyer practicing white collar criminal defense and securities enforcement.

Washington Washington 15 yrs experience 15 year
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About Matthew Blake Hanson at a glance

Matthew Blake Hanson is an Associate; Securities Enforcement and Regulation based in Washington, District of Columbia, practicing at Fried, Frank, Harris, Shriver & Jacobson LLP. They have 15+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2011. Their practice focuses on criminal defense and white collar. Admitted to practice in Virginia (2011) and District of Columbia (2012). Educated at University of Virginia School of Law (J.D., 2011) and University of North Carolina (B.A., 2005). Serands clients in Washington, DC and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Mr. Matthew Blake Hanson is a lawyer practicing white collar criminal defense and securities enforcement
  • Matthew received a B.A. degree from University of North Carolina in 2005, and has been licensed for 15 years
  • Matthew practices at Fried, Frank, Harris, Shriver & Jacobson LLP in Washington, DC

Practice Areas Explained

Matthew Blake Hanson's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Matthew Blake Hanson handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Criminal Defense

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White Collar Crimes

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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 Matthew Blake Hanson

Where is Matthew Blake Hanson's law office located?
Matthew Blake Hanson's law practice is located in Washington, District of Columbia. The firm is Fried, Frank, Harris, Shriver & Jacobson LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Matthew Blake Hanson handle?
Matthew Blake Hanson focuses on criminal defense, white collar. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in District of Columbia.
How long has Matthew Blake Hanson practiced law?
Matthew Blake Hanson has 15+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2011.
Where did Matthew Blake Hanson go to law school?
Matthew Blake Hanson earned their education at (J.D., 2011); (B.A., 2005).
How can I contact Matthew Blake Hanson for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
University of Virginia School of Law
- 2011
B.A.
University of North Carolina
- 2005

Bar Admissions

Virginia
Admitted: 2011
District of Columbia
Admitted: 2012

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