Atty. Peter S Latham

Atty. Peter S Latham

Peter S Latham is a lawyer practicing government contracts law, disabilities, employment law. Peter received a B.A. degree from Swarthmore College in 1962, and has been licensed for 60 years.

Washington Washington 60 yrs experience 60 year
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Profile Summary

About Peter S Latham at a glance

Peter S Latham is a Member based in Washington, District of Columbia, practicing at Latham & Latham. They have 60+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1966. Their practice focuses on employment, ssd, and government. Admitted to practice in District of Columbia (1966), U.S. Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit (1982), and U.S. District Court, District of Maryland (1991). Educated at University of Pennsylvania (LL.B., 1965) and Swarthmore College (B.A., 1962). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of District of Columbia Bar Federal and American Bar Associations. Serands clients in Washington, DC and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Peter S Latham is a lawyer practicing government contracts law, disabilities, employment law
  • Peter received a B.A. degree from Swarthmore College in 1962, and has been licensed for 60 years
  • Peter practices at Latham & Latham in Washington, DC

Practice Areas Explained

Peter S Latham's Areas of Practice

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

Employment Law

Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.

Peter S Latham is one of 169,120 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in District of Columbia →

Social Security Disability

SSDI and SSI attorneys for disability claims, denied benefits, and Social Security appeals.

Peter S Latham is one of 26,532 ssd attorneys indexed nationally. Browse ssd attorneys in District of Columbia →

Government & Administrative Law

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

Peter S Latham is one of 132,225 government attorneys indexed nationally. Browse government attorneys in District of Columbia →

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 S Latham

Where is Peter S Latham's law office located?
Peter S Latham's law practice is located in Washington, District of Columbia. The firm is Latham & Latham. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Peter S Latham handle?
Peter S Latham focuses on employment, ssd, government. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in District of Columbia.
How long has Peter S Latham practiced law?
Peter S Latham has 60+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1966.
Where did Peter S Latham go to law school?
Peter S Latham earned their education at (LL.B., 1965); (B.A., 1962).
How can I contact Peter S Latham for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Peter S Latham received?
Peter S Latham's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

LL.B.
University of Pennsylvania
- 1965
B.A.
Swarthmore College
- 1962

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

District of Columbia
Admitted: 1966
U.S. Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit
Admitted: 1982
U.S. District Court, District of Maryland
Admitted: 1991

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