Atty. Penelope Sue Farthing

Atty. Penelope Sue Farthing

Ms. Penelope Sue Farthing is a lawyer practicing administrative law, governmental services, state and local government and 2 other areas of law.

Washington Washington 56 yrs experience 56 year
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Profile Summary

About Penelope Sue Farthing at a glance

Penelope Sue Farthing is a government, insurance, and entertainment attorney based in Washington, District of Columbia. They have 56+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1970. Admitted to practice in Indiana (1970) and District of Columbia (1976). Educated at Indiana Unversity Maurer School of Law J.D. (—) and Purdue University B.S. (—). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Appointments / Memberships Farthing served as former president of the American League of Lobbyists, and was selected to serve on the American Bar Association's Standing Committee on Lawyer Competence and Special Committee on Government Affairs, She is a board member for The Center on Congress at Indiana University and an emeritus member of the Board of Visitors of Indiana University's Maurer School of Law, and In addition, Farthing is a member of the District of Columbia Bar Association, and Indiana University and Purdue University Alumni Associations. Serands clients in Washington, DC and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Ms. Penelope Sue Farthing is a lawyer practicing administrative law, governmental services, state and local government and 2 other areas of law
  • Penelope received a B.S. degree from Purdue University, and has been licensed for 56 years
  • Penelope practices in Washington, DC

Practice Areas Explained

Penelope Sue Farthing's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Penelope Sue Farthing handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Government & Administrative Law

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

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Insurance Law

Insurance attorneys for coverage disputes, bad faith claims, denied claims, and policy disputes.

Penelope Sue Farthing is one of 121,912 insurance attorneys indexed nationally. Browse insurance attorneys in District of Columbia →

Entertainment & Sports Law

Entertainment lawyers for music, film, sports contracts, talent representation, and IP licensing.

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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 Penelope Sue Farthing's law office located?
Penelope Sue Farthing's law practice is located in Washington, District of Columbia. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Penelope Sue Farthing handle?
Penelope Sue Farthing focuses on government, insurance, entertainment. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in District of Columbia.
How long has Penelope Sue Farthing practiced law?
Penelope Sue Farthing has 56+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1970.
Where did Penelope Sue Farthing go to law school?
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What awards or recognition has Penelope Sue Farthing received?
Penelope Sue Farthing's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

Indiana Unversity Maurer School of Law J.D.
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Purdue University B.S.
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Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Indiana
Admitted: 1970
District of Columbia
Admitted: 1976

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