Atty. Peter T. Wechsler

Atty. Peter T. Wechsler

Peter T. Wechsler is a lawyer practicing litigation.

Washington Washington 39 yrs experience 39 year
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About Peter T. Wechsler at a glance

Peter T. Wechsler is a Dept. of Jus. based in Washington, District of Columbia. They have 39+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1987. Their practice focuses on litigation. Admitted to practice in Massachusetts (1987), U.S. Court of Appeals, First Circuit U.S. District Court, District of Massachusetts (1988), and U.S. Supreme Court (1993). Educated at Yale University (J.D., 1987) and Princeton University (A.B., 1984). Serands clients in Washington, DC and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Peter T. Wechsler is a lawyer practicing litigation
  • Peter received a A.B. degree from Princeton University in 1984, and has been licensed for 39 years
  • Peter practices in Washington, DC

Practice Areas Explained

Peter T. Wechsler's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Peter T. Wechsler 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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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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Where is Peter T. Wechsler's law office located?
Peter T. Wechsler'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 T. Wechsler handle?
Peter T. Wechsler focuses on litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in District of Columbia.
How long has Peter T. Wechsler practiced law?
Peter T. Wechsler has 39+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1987.
Where did Peter T. Wechsler go to law school?
Peter T. Wechsler earned their education at (J.D., 1987); (A.B., 1984).
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Practice Areas

Education

J.D.
Yale University
- 1987
A.B.
Princeton University
- 1984

Bar Admissions

Massachusetts
Admitted: 1987
U.S. Court of Appeals, First Circuit U.S. District Court, District of Massachusetts
Admitted: 1988
U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 1993

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