Atty. Peter James Carney

Atty. Peter James Carney

Mr. Peter James Carney is a lawyer practicing antitrust & trade law, arbitration, litigation.

Washington Washington 30 yrs experience 30 year
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About Peter James Carney at a glance

Peter James Carney is an Attorney based in Washington, District of Columbia, practicing at White & Case LLP. They have 30+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1996. Their practice focuses on litigation and adr. Admitted to practice in Virginia (1996) and District of Columbia (1998). Educated at American University, Washington College of Law (JD, 1996). Serands clients in Washington, DC and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Mr. Peter James Carney is a lawyer practicing antitrust & trade law, arbitration, litigation
  • Peter has been licensed for 30 years
  • Peter practices at White & Case LLP in Washington, DC

Practice Areas Explained

Peter James Carney's Areas of Practice

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

Civil Litigation

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Mediation & Arbitration

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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 Peter James Carney's law office located?
Peter James Carney's law practice is located in Washington, District of Columbia. The firm is White & Case LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Peter James Carney handle?
Peter James Carney focuses on litigation, adr. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in District of Columbia.
How long has Peter James Carney practiced law?
Peter James Carney has 30+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1996.
Where did Peter James Carney go to law school?
Peter James Carney earned their education at (JD, 1996).
How can I contact Peter James Carney for a consultation?
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Education

JD
American University, Washington College of Law
- 1996

Bar Admissions

Virginia
Admitted: 1996
District of Columbia
Admitted: 1998

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