Atty. Richard A. Simpson
Richard A. Simpson is a lawyer practicing criminal defense, litigation, appellate and 1 other area of law.
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Richard A. Simpson is a Partner based in Washington, District of Columbia, practicing at Wiley Rein Llp. They have 48+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1978. Their practice focuses on criminal defense, litigation, insurance, and appellate. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1978), District of Columbia (1987), Virginia (1991), and Maryland U.S. Court of Appeals, First, Second, Third, Fourth, Fifth, Sixth, Seventh, Ninth, Eleventh (2000). Educated at University of North Carolina (J.D., 1977) and Wesleyan University (B.A., 1974). Recognitions include Peer Reviewed. Serands clients in Washington, DC and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- Richard A. Simpson is a lawyer practicing criminal defense, litigation, appellate and 1 other area of law
- Richard received a B.A. degree from Wesleyan University in 1974, and has been licensed for 48 years
- Richard practices at Wiley Rein LLP in Washington, DC
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A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.
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Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.
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Insurance attorneys for coverage disputes, bad faith claims, denied claims, and policy disputes.
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Appellate attorneys for civil and criminal appeals at state and federal court.
Richard A. Simpson is one of 86,319 appellate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse appellate attorneys in District of Columbia →
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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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