Atty. Paul Thomas Coughlan

Atty. Paul Thomas Coughlan

Paul Thomas Coughlan is a lawyer practicing antitrust & trade law, consumer law, corporate & incorporation and 2 other areas of law. Paul received a M.A. degree from Trinity College in 1993, and has been licensed for 29 years.

Washington Washington 29 yrs experience 29 year
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Profile Summary

About Paul Thomas Coughlan at a glance

Paul Thomas Coughlan is a Staff Attorney based in Washington, District of Columbia, practicing at Covington And Burling Llp. They have 29+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1997. Their practice focuses on formation, employment, consumer, and entertainment. Admitted to practice in Massachusetts (1997), Connecticut (1997), District of Columbia (1999), and Virginia (2002). Educated at Georgetown University Law Center (LL.M. New, 2004) and Trinity College (M.A. University, 1993). Serands clients in Washington, DC and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Paul Thomas Coughlan is a lawyer practicing antitrust & trade law, consumer law, corporate & incorporation and 2 other areas of law
  • Paul received a M.A. degree from Trinity College in 1993, and has been licensed for 29 years
  • Paul practices at Covington & Burling LLP in Washington, DC

Practice Areas Explained

Paul Thomas Coughlan's Areas of Practice

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

Business Formation

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Employment 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 Paul Thomas Coughlan

Where is Paul Thomas Coughlan's law office located?
Paul Thomas Coughlan's law practice is located in Washington, District of Columbia. The firm is Covington And Burling Llp. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Paul Thomas Coughlan handle?
Paul Thomas Coughlan focuses on formation, employment, consumer, entertainment. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in District of Columbia.
How long has Paul Thomas Coughlan practiced law?
Paul Thomas Coughlan has 29+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1997.
Where did Paul Thomas Coughlan go to law school?
Paul Thomas Coughlan earned their education at (LL.M. New, 2004); (M.A. University, 1993).
How can I contact Paul Thomas Coughlan for a consultation?
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Education

LL.M. New
Georgetown University Law Center
- 2004
M.A. University
Trinity College
- 1993

Bar Admissions

Massachusetts
Admitted: 1997
Connecticut
Admitted: 1997
District of Columbia
Admitted: 1999
Virginia
Admitted: 2002

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