Atty. Peter Harold Bresnan

Atty. Peter Harold Bresnan

Peter Harold Bresnan is a lawyer practicing government, internal investigations, litigation. Peter Harold received a B.A. degree from Kenyon College in 1977, and has been licensed for 41 years.

Washington Washington 41 yrs experience 41 year
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Profile Summary

About Peter Harold Bresnan at a glance

Peter Harold Bresnan is a Partner based in Washington, District of Columbia, practicing at Simpson Thacher And Bartlett Llp. They have 41+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1985. Their practice focuses on litigation and government. Admitted to practice in New York (1985), U.S. District Court, Southern District of New York (1989), U.S. District Court, Eastern District of New York (1989), and District of Columbia (2010). Educated at Fordham University School of Law (J.D., 1982) and Kenyon College (B.A., 1977). Serands clients in Washington, DC and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Peter Harold Bresnan is a lawyer practicing government, internal investigations, litigation
  • Peter Harold received a B.A. degree from Kenyon College in 1977, and has been licensed for 41 years
  • Peter Harold practices at Simpson Thacher & Bartlett LLP in Washington, DC

Practice Areas Explained

Peter Harold Bresnan's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Peter Harold Bresnan 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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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 Peter Harold Bresnan

Where is Peter Harold Bresnan's law office located?
Peter Harold Bresnan's law practice is located in Washington, District of Columbia. The firm is Simpson Thacher And Bartlett Llp. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Peter Harold Bresnan handle?
Peter Harold Bresnan focuses on litigation, government. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in District of Columbia.
How long has Peter Harold Bresnan practiced law?
Peter Harold Bresnan has 41+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1985.
Where did Peter Harold Bresnan go to law school?
Peter Harold Bresnan earned their education at (J.D., 1982); (B.A., 1977).
How can I contact Peter Harold Bresnan for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Fordham University School of Law
- 1982
B.A.
Kenyon College
- 1977

Bar Admissions

New York
Admitted: 1985
U.S. District Court, Southern District of New York
Admitted: 1989
U.S. District Court, Eastern District of New York
Admitted: 1989
District of Columbia
Admitted: 2010

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