Atty. Richard Herbert Abbey

Atty. Richard Herbert Abbey

Richard Herbert Abbey is a lawyer practicing customs, antitrust / trade law, litigation and 2 other areas of law. Richard received a B.A. degree from Hobart College in 1959, and has been licensed for 63 years.

Washington Washington 63 yrs experience 63 year
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Profile Summary

About Richard Herbert Abbey at a glance

Richard Herbert Abbey is a Senior Counsel based in Washington, District of Columbia, practicing at Miller & Chevalier Chartered. They have 63+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1963. Their practice focuses on litigation, consumer, and international. Admitted to practice in New York (1963) and District of Columbia (2001). Educated at New York University (LL.B., 1963) and Hobart College (B.A., 1959). Serands clients in Washington, DC and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Richard Herbert Abbey is a lawyer practicing customs, antitrust / trade law, litigation and 2 other areas of law
  • Richard received a B.A. degree from Hobart College in 1959, and has been licensed for 63 years
  • Richard practices at Miller & Chevalier Chartered in Washington, DC

Practice Areas Explained

Richard Herbert Abbey's Areas of Practice

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

Civil Litigation

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Consumer Protection

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International Law

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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

Common questions about Richard Herbert Abbey

Where is Richard Herbert Abbey's law office located?
Richard Herbert Abbey's law practice is located in Washington, District of Columbia. The firm is Miller & Chevalier Chartered. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Richard Herbert Abbey handle?
Richard Herbert Abbey focuses on litigation, consumer, international. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in District of Columbia.
How long has Richard Herbert Abbey practiced law?
Richard Herbert Abbey has 63+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1963.
Where did Richard Herbert Abbey go to law school?
Richard Herbert Abbey earned their education at (LL.B., 1963); (B.A., 1959).
How can I contact Richard Herbert Abbey for a consultation?
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Education

LL.B.
New York University
- 1963
B.A.
Hobart College
- 1959

Bar Admissions

New York
Admitted: 1963
District of Columbia
Admitted: 2001

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