Atty. Matthew James Carter

Atty. Matthew James Carter

Mr. Matthew James Carter is a lawyer practicing business, securities offerings, corporate and 3 other areas of law.

Washington Washington 16 yrs experience 16 year
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About Matthew James Carter at a glance

Matthew James Carter is an Associate based in Washington, District of Columbia, practicing at Dechert Llp. They have 16+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2010. Their practice focuses on business, m&a, and securities. Admitted to practice in Texas (2010) and District of Columbia (2011). Educated at Vanderbilt University Law School (J.D. Law, 2010) and Vanderbilt University (B.E., 2003). Serands clients in Washington, DC and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Mr. Matthew James Carter is a lawyer practicing business, securities offerings, corporate and 3 other areas of law
  • Matthew received a B.E. degree from Vanderbilt University in 2003, and has been licensed for 16 years
  • Matthew practices at Dechert LLP in Washington, DC

Practice Areas Explained

Matthew James Carter's Areas of Practice

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

Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

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Mergers & Acquisitions

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Securities Law

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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 James Carter

Where is Matthew James Carter's law office located?
Matthew James Carter's law practice is located in Washington, District of Columbia. The firm is Dechert Llp. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Matthew James Carter handle?
Matthew James Carter focuses on business, m&a, securities. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in District of Columbia.
How long has Matthew James Carter practiced law?
Matthew James Carter has 16+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2010.
Where did Matthew James Carter go to law school?
Matthew James Carter earned their education at (J.D. Law, 2010); (B.E., 2003).
How can I contact Matthew James Carter for a consultation?
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Education

J.D. Law
Vanderbilt University Law School
- 2010
B.E.
Vanderbilt University
- 2003

Bar Admissions

Texas
Admitted: 2010
District of Columbia
Admitted: 2011

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