Atty. Michelle Cotter Richards

Atty. Michelle Cotter Richards

Michelle Cotter Richards is a lawyer. Michelle received a B.A. degree from Fordham University, and has been licensed for 24 years.

Washington Washington 24 yrs experience 24 year
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About Michelle Cotter Richards at a glance

Michelle Cotter Richards is a Member based in Washington, District of Columbia, practicing at Davis & Chapman. They have 24+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2002. Admitted to practice in District of Columbia (2002). Educated at George Washington University School of Law J.D. with honors (—) and Fordham University B.A. (—). Serands clients in Washington, DC and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Michelle Cotter Richards is a lawyer
  • Michelle received a B.A. degree from Fordham University, and has been licensed for 24 years
  • Michelle practices at Davis & Chapman 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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Michelle Cotter Richards's law practice is located in Washington, District of Columbia. The firm is Davis & Chapman. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
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Michelle Cotter Richards has 24+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2002.
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Education

George Washington University School of Law J.D. with honors
- In Progress
Fordham University B.A.
- In Progress

Bar Admissions

District of Columbia
Admitted: 2002

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