Atty. Richard Bruce Beckner

Atty. Richard Bruce Beckner

Richard Bruce Beckner is a lawyer practicing mergers and acquisitions, alternative dispute resolution, commercial litigation and 1 other area of law. Richard Bruce received a M.A. degree from Johns Hopkins University in 1972, and has been licensed for 48 years.

Washington Washington 48 yrs experience 48 year
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Profile Summary

About Richard Bruce Beckner at a glance

Richard Bruce Beckner is a business, m&a, litigation, and adr attorney based in Washington, District of Columbia. They have 48+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1978. Admitted to practice in District of Columbia (1978). Educated at University of Virginia (J.D., 1978) and Johns Hopkins University (M.A. Princeton, 1972). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of District of Columbia Bar American Bar Association (Associate Editor, Litigation Magazine, 1987—) U, S, and Supreme Court Bar. Serands clients in Washington, DC and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Richard Bruce Beckner is a lawyer practicing mergers and acquisitions, alternative dispute resolution, commercial litigation and 1 other area of law
  • Richard Bruce received a M.A. degree from Johns Hopkins University in 1972, and has been licensed for 48 years
  • Richard Bruce practices in Washington, DC

Practice Areas Explained

Richard Bruce Beckner's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Richard Bruce Beckner handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Business & Corporate Law

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

Richard Bruce Beckner is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in District of Columbia →

Mergers & Acquisitions

Richard Bruce Beckner is one of 49,731 m&a attorneys indexed nationally. Browse m&a attorneys in District of Columbia →

Civil Litigation

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

Richard Bruce Beckner is one of 454,532 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in District of Columbia →

Mediation & Arbitration

Mediators and arbitrators for civil, commercial, family, and employment dispute resolution.

Richard Bruce Beckner is one of 73,906 adr attorneys indexed nationally. Browse adr 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 Richard Bruce Beckner

Where is Richard Bruce Beckner's law office located?
Richard Bruce Beckner's law practice is located in Washington, District of Columbia. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Richard Bruce Beckner handle?
Richard Bruce Beckner focuses on business, m&a, litigation, adr. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in District of Columbia.
How long has Richard Bruce Beckner practiced law?
Richard Bruce Beckner has 48+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1978.
Where did Richard Bruce Beckner go to law school?
Richard Bruce Beckner earned their education at (J.D., 1978); (M.A. Princeton, 1972).
How can I contact Richard Bruce Beckner for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Richard Bruce Beckner received?
Richard Bruce Beckner's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of Virginia
- 1978
M.A. Princeton
Johns Hopkins University
- 1972

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

District of Columbia
Admitted: 1978

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