Atty. Nancy Dunham
Ms. Nancy Dunham is a lawyer practicing special education, disability rights, elder law.
Disability Rights & More Attorney · Serving Washington, DC · 37+ Years Experience
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About Nancy Dunham at a Glance
Nancy Dunham is a ssd, elder law, and education attorney based in Washington, District of Columbia. They have 37+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1989. Admitted to practice in Pennsylvania (1989) and District of Columbia (1997). Educated at University of Connecticut (J.D., 1986) and University of Michigan (B.A., 1977). Serves clients in Washington, DC and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Nancy Dunham
- Ms. Nancy Dunham is a lawyer practicing special education, disability rights, elder law
- Nancy received a B.A. degree from University of Michigan in 1977, and has been licensed for 37 years
- Nancy practices in Washington, DC
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Nancy Dunham's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Nancy Dunham handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Washington.
Social Security Disability in Washington
SSDI and SSI attorneys for disability claims, denied benefits, and Social Security appeals.
Nancy Dunham is one of 26,311 ssd attorneys indexed nationally. Browse ssd attorneys in District of Columbia →
Elder Law in Washington
Elder law attorneys for Medicaid planning, long-term care, guardianship, conservatorship, and elder abuse.
Nancy Dunham is one of 52,999 elder law attorneys indexed nationally. Browse elder law attorneys in District of Columbia →
Education Law in Washington
Education attorneys for special education (IEP), school discipline, Title IX, and student rights.
Nancy Dunham is one of 23,864 education attorneys indexed nationally. Browse education attorneys in District of Columbia →
Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Washington
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 venue, 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.
Washington Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Washington-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Washington Choose Nancy Dunham
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish Nancy Dunham's practice in the field of ssd, elder law, and education.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Nancy Dunham brings 37+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in Pennsylvania and District of Columbia, Nancy Dunham can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering ssd, elder law, and education, Nancy Dunham can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Washington
A Washington-based practice means Nancy Dunham attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
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