Atty. Philip James Ward

Atty. Philip James Ward

Atty. Philip James Ward is a lawyer practicing admiralty & maritime, antitrust & trade law, banking and 5 other areas of law.

Washington Washington 51 yrs experience 51 year
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Profile Summary

About Philip James Ward at a glance

Philip James Ward is a Partner based in Washington, District of Columbia, practicing at Williams And Connolly Llp. They have 51+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1975. Their practice focuses on employment, business, real estate, bankruptcy, and tax. Admitted to practice in California (1975), Wisconsin (1977), and District of Columbia U.S. District Court for the District of Columbia, U.S. District Court, District (1979). Educated at Harvard Law School (J.D., 1974) and Stanford University (A.B., 1971). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of The District of Columbia Bar State Bar of Wisconsin (inactive) State Bar of California. Serands clients in Washington, DC and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Atty. Philip James Ward is a lawyer practicing admiralty & maritime, antitrust & trade law, banking and 5 other areas of law
  • Philip received a A.B. degree from Stanford University in 1971, and has been licensed for 51 years
  • Philip practices at Williams & Connolly LLP in Washington, DC

Practice Areas Explained

Philip James Ward's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Philip James Ward 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.

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Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

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Real Estate Law

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Bankruptcy & Debt

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Tax Law

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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

Common questions about Philip James Ward

Where is Philip James Ward's law office located?
Philip James Ward's law practice is located in Washington, District of Columbia. The firm is Williams And Connolly Llp. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Philip James Ward handle?
Philip James Ward focuses on employment, business, real estate, bankruptcy, tax. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in District of Columbia.
How long has Philip James Ward practiced law?
Philip James Ward has 51+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1975.
Where did Philip James Ward go to law school?
Philip James Ward earned their education at (J.D., 1974); (A.B., 1971).
How can I contact Philip James Ward for a consultation?
You can contact Philip James Ward 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 James Ward received?
Philip James Ward's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Harvard Law School
- 1974
A.B.
Stanford University
- 1971

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1975
Wisconsin
Admitted: 1977
District of Columbia U.S. District Court for the District of Columbia, U.S. District Court, District
Admitted: 1979

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