Atty. Rachel Lynn Schaffer

Atty. Rachel Lynn Schaffer

Ms. Rachel Lynn Schaffer is a lawyer.

Washington Washington 26 yrs experience 26 year
Call (443) 909-4791 Book Appointment

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About Rachel Lynn Schaffer at a glance

Rachel Lynn Schaffer is an attorney based in Washington, District of Columbia. They have 26+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2000. Admitted to practice in District of Columbia (2000), Florida (2002), and New York (2006). Educated at Washington College of Law of American University (J.D., 2000) and Kansai Gaidai University (Union College, 1994). Serands clients in Washington, DC and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Ms. Rachel Lynn Schaffer is a lawyer
  • Rachel received a degree from Kansai Gaidai University in 1994, and has been licensed for 26 years
  • Rachel practices in Washington, DC

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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Rachel Lynn Schaffer's law practice is located in Washington, District of Columbia. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
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Rachel Lynn Schaffer has 26+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2000.
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Rachel Lynn Schaffer earned their education at (J.D., 2000); (Union College, 1994).
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Education

J.D.
Washington College of Law of American University
- 2000
Union College
Kansai Gaidai University
- 1994

Bar Admissions

District of Columbia
Admitted: 2000
Florida
Admitted: 2002
New York
Admitted: 2006

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