Atty. Peter J Vangsnes

Atty. Peter J Vangsnes

Peter J Vangsnes is a lawyer practicing toxic torts, products liability, personal injury and 1 other area of law. Peter received a B.A. degree from Brown University in 1977, and has been licensed for 46 years.

Washington Washington 46 Years Experience 46 year
Call (659) 204-2682

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About Peter J Vangsnes at a glance

Peter J Vangsnes is a Securities & Exchange Commission based in Washington, District of Columbia. They have 46+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1980. Their practice focuses on medical malpractice, personal injury, and product liability. Admitted to practice in District of Columbia (1980) and U.S. Supreme Court (1984). Educated at Cornell University (J.D., 1980) and Brown University (B.A., 1977). Serves clients in Washington, DC and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Peter J Vangsnes is a lawyer practicing toxic torts, products liability, personal injury and 1 other area of law
  • Peter received a B.A. degree from Brown University in 1977, and has been licensed for 46 years
  • Peter practices in Washington, DC

Practice Areas Explained

Peter J Vangsnes's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Peter J Vangsnes handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Medical Malpractice

Medical malpractice lawyers represent patients harmed by negligent doctors, hospitals, and other providers. Free case review, no fee unless you win.

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Personal Injury

Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.

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Product Liability

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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 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.

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Where is Peter J Vangsnes's law office located?
Peter J Vangsnes's law practice is located in Washington, District of Columbia. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Peter J Vangsnes handle?
Peter J Vangsnes focuses on medical malpractice, personal injury, product liability. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in District of Columbia.
How long has Peter J Vangsnes practiced law?
Peter J Vangsnes has 46+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1980.
Where did Peter J Vangsnes go to law school?
Peter J Vangsnes earned their education at (J.D., 1980); (B.A., 1977).
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Education

J.D.
Cornell University
- 1980
B.A.
Brown University
- 1977

Bar Admissions

District of Columbia
Admitted: 1980
U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 1984

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