Atty. Matthew David Riven

Atty. Matthew David Riven

Matthew David Riven is a lawyer. Matthew received a B.A. degree from Brown University in 1987, and has been licensed for 32 years.

Washington Washington 32 yrs experience 32 year
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Matthew David Riven is an attorney based in Washington, District of Columbia. They have 32+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1994. Admitted to practice in Maryland (1994). Educated at Emory University School of Law (J.D., 1994) and Brown University (B.A., 1987). Serands clients in Washington, DC and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Matthew David Riven is a lawyer
  • Matthew received a B.A. degree from Brown University in 1987, and has been licensed for 32 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 David Riven'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 David Riven has 32+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1994.
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Matthew David Riven earned their education at (J.D., 1994); (B.A., 1987).
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Education

J.D.
Emory University School of Law
- 1994
B.A.
Brown University
- 1987

Bar Admissions

Maryland
Admitted: 1994

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