Atty. Risa Beth Cherry

Atty. Risa Beth Cherry

Risa Beth Cherry is a lawyer practicing labor and employment. Risa received a B.A. degree from Cornell University in 1993, and has been licensed for 30 years.

Washington Washington 30 Years Experience 30 year
Call (771) 224-8358

Profile Summary

About Risa Beth Cherry at a glance

Risa Beth Cherry is a Sr. Coun. based in Washington, District of Columbia. They have 30+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1996. Their practice focuses on employment. Admitted to practice in Maryland (1996) and District of Columbia (1997). Educated at University of Pennsylvania (J.D., 1996) and Cornell University (B.A., 1993). Serves clients in Washington, DC and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Risa Beth Cherry is a lawyer practicing labor and employment
  • Risa received a B.A. degree from Cornell University in 1993, and has been licensed for 30 years
  • Risa practices in Washington, DC

Practice Areas Explained

Risa Beth Cherry's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Risa Beth Cherry handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Employment Law

Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.

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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 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.

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Where is Risa Beth Cherry's law office located?
Risa Beth Cherry's law practice is located in Washington, District of Columbia. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Risa Beth Cherry handle?
Risa Beth Cherry focuses on employment. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in District of Columbia.
How long has Risa Beth Cherry practiced law?
Risa Beth Cherry has 30+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1996.
Where did Risa Beth Cherry go to law school?
Risa Beth Cherry earned their education at (J.D., 1996); (B.A., 1993).
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Practice Areas

Education

J.D.
University of Pennsylvania
- 1996
B.A.
Cornell University
- 1993

Bar Admissions

Maryland
Admitted: 1996
District of Columbia
Admitted: 1997

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