Atty. Philip Herbert Hecht

Atty. Philip Herbert Hecht

Philip Herbert Hecht is a lawyer practicing insurance coverage, litigation, administrative law and 4 other areas of law. Philip received a B.A. degree from Amherst College in 1975, and has been licensed for 46 years.

Washington Washington 46 yrs experience 46 year
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About Philip Herbert Hecht at a glance

Philip Herbert Hecht is a Member based in Washington, District of Columbia, practicing at Law Office of Philip H. Hecht PLLC. They have 46+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1980. Their practice focuses on probate, personal injury, product liability, litigation, and government. Admitted to practice in District of Columbia (1980) and Virginia (1984). Educated at University of Michigan Law School (J.D., 1980) and Amherst College (B.A., 1975). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Washington, DC and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Philip Herbert Hecht is a lawyer practicing insurance coverage, litigation, administrative law and 4 other areas of law
  • Philip received a B.A. degree from Amherst College in 1975, and has been licensed for 46 years
  • Philip practices at Law Office of Philip H. Hecht PLLC in Washington, DC

Practice Areas Explained

Philip Herbert Hecht's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Philip Herbert Hecht handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Probate

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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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Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

Philip Herbert Hecht is one of 454,532 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in District of Columbia →

Government & Administrative Law

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

Philip Herbert Hecht 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 Philip Herbert Hecht

Where is Philip Herbert Hecht's law office located?
Philip Herbert Hecht's law practice is located in Washington, District of Columbia. The firm is Law Office of Philip H. Hecht PLLC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Philip Herbert Hecht handle?
Philip Herbert Hecht focuses on probate, personal injury, product liability, litigation, government. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in District of Columbia.
How long has Philip Herbert Hecht practiced law?
Philip Herbert Hecht has 46+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1980.
Where did Philip Herbert Hecht go to law school?
Philip Herbert Hecht earned their education at (J.D., 1980); (B.A., 1975).
How can I contact Philip Herbert Hecht for a consultation?
You can contact Philip Herbert Hecht directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has Philip Herbert Hecht received?
Philip Herbert Hecht's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of Michigan Law School
- 1980
B.A.
Amherst College
- 1975

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

District of Columbia
Admitted: 1980
Virginia
Admitted: 1984

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