Atty. Paul A. Gaukler

Atty. Paul A. Gaukler

Paul A. Gaukler is a lawyer practicing energy, administrative, litigation.

Washington Washington 51 yrs experience 51 year
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Paul A. Gaukler is a Partner based in Washington, District of Columbia, practicing at Pillsbury Winthrop Shaw Pittman LLP. They have 51+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1975. Their practice focuses on litigation, government, and energy. Admitted to practice in North Dakota (inactive) (1975), U.S. District Court, District of North Dakota (1975), U.S. Court of Appeals, First, Ninth and District of Columbia Circuits (1984), and District of Columbia (1988). Educated at Harvard Law School (J.D., 1975) and Massachusetts Institute of Technology (M.S. Physics, 1971). Active member of The District of Columbia Bar. Serands clients in Washington, DC and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Paul A. Gaukler is a lawyer practicing energy, administrative, litigation
  • Paul A. received a M.S. degree from Massachusetts Institute of Technology in 1971, and has been licensed for 51 years
  • Paul A. practices at Pillsbury Winthrop Shaw Pittman LLP in Washington, DC

Practice Areas Explained

Paul A. Gaukler's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Paul A. Gaukler handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

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Government & Administrative Law

Attorneys for administrative law, agency hearings, government contracts, licensing, and public benefits.

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Energy & Utilities Law

Energy attorneys for oil & gas, renewables, utility regulation, and energy sector transactions.

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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

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Where is Paul A. Gaukler's law office located?
Paul A. Gaukler's law practice is located in Washington, District of Columbia. The firm is Pillsbury Winthrop Shaw Pittman LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Paul A. Gaukler handle?
Paul A. Gaukler focuses on litigation, government, energy. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in District of Columbia.
How long has Paul A. Gaukler practiced law?
Paul A. Gaukler has 51+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1975.
Where did Paul A. Gaukler go to law school?
Paul A. Gaukler earned their education at (J.D., 1975); (M.S. Physics, 1971).
How can I contact Paul A. Gaukler for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Harvard Law School
- 1975
M.S. Physics
Massachusetts Institute of Technology
- 1971

Bar Admissions

North Dakota (inactive)
Admitted: 1975
U.S. District Court, District of North Dakota
Admitted: 1975
U.S. Court of Appeals, First, Ninth and District of Columbia Circuits
Admitted: 1984
District of Columbia
Admitted: 1988

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