Appeals & More Attorney · Serving Washington, DC · 53+ Years Experience
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About Richard E. Timbie at a Glance
Richard E. Timbie is a irs, business, tax, tax litigation, and international tax attorney based in Washington, District of Columbia. They have 53+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1973. Admitted to practice in District of Columbia (1973) and New York U.S. Tax Court U.S. Bankruptcy Court for the District of Columbia U.S. District Court for t (1986). Educated at Stanford University (B.S., 1968) and Stanford Law School J.D. 1971 Editor in Chief Stanford Law School J.D. Stanford Law Review (—). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serves clients in Washington, DC and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Richard E. Timbie
- Mr. Richard E. Timbie is a lawyer practicing tax fraud & tax evasion, appeals, business tax and 3 other areas of law
- Richard received a B.S. degree from Stanford University in 1968, and has been licensed for 53 years
- Richard practices in Washington, DC
Practice Areas Explained
Richard E. Timbie's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Richard E. Timbie handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Washington.
IRS Disputes & Audits in Washington
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Business & Corporate Law in Washington
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
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Tax Law in Washington
Tax attorneys handle IRS audits, tax debt, international tax, estate planning, and tax court litigation.
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Tax Litigation in Washington
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International Tax in Washington
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Washington
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 venue, 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.
Washington Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Washington-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Washington Choose Richard E. Timbie
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish Richard E. Timbie's practice in the field of irs, business, tax, tax litigation, and international tax.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Richard E. Timbie brings 53+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in District of Columbia and New York U.S. Tax Court U.S. Bankruptcy Court for the District of Columbia U.S. District Court for t, Richard E. Timbie can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering irs, business, and tax, Richard E. Timbie can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Washington
A Washington-based practice means Richard E. Timbie attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
Case Types
Common Legal Issues Richard E. Timbie Handles in Washington
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