Atty. Richard deC. Hinds

Atty. Richard deC. Hinds

Richard deC. Hinds is a lawyer practicing international trade law, litigation.

Washington Washington 59 yrs experience 59 year
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Profile Summary

About Richard deC. Hinds at a glance

Richard deC. Hinds is a Senior Counsel based in Washington, District of Columbia, practicing at Cleary Gottlieb Steen Hamilton Llp. They have 59+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1967. Their practice focuses on litigation and international. Admitted to practice in New York (1967) and District of Columbia (1973). Educated at Columbia Law School (LL.B., 1967) and Tufts University (B.A., 1964). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of The District of Columbia Bar New York State and American Bar Associations American Law Institute. Serands clients in Washington, DC and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Richard deC
  • Hinds is a lawyer practicing international trade law, litigation
  • Richard deC. received a B.A. degree from Tufts University in 1964, and has been licensed for 59 years
  • Richard deC. practices at Cleary Gottlieb Steen & Hamilton LLP in Washington, DC

Practice Areas Explained

Richard deC. Hinds's Areas of Practice

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

Civil Litigation

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International Law

International law attorneys for cross-border transactions, trade, foreign investment, and treaties.

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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

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Where is Richard deC. Hinds's law office located?
Richard deC. Hinds's law practice is located in Washington, District of Columbia. The firm is Cleary Gottlieb Steen Hamilton Llp. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Richard deC. Hinds handle?
Richard deC. Hinds focuses on litigation, international. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in District of Columbia.
How long has Richard deC. Hinds practiced law?
Richard deC. Hinds has 59+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1967.
Where did Richard deC. Hinds go to law school?
Richard deC. Hinds earned their education at (LL.B., 1967); (B.A., 1964).
How can I contact Richard deC. Hinds for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Richard deC. Hinds received?
Richard deC. Hinds's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

LL.B.
Columbia Law School
- 1967
B.A.
Tufts University
- 1964

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

New York
Admitted: 1967
District of Columbia
Admitted: 1973

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