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Atty. Rita M. Carrier

Atty. Rita M. Carrier

Rita M. Carrier is a lawyer practicing intellectual property & technology transactions, capital markets, leveraged finance & lending, equity & debt capital markets.

Washington Washington 42 yrs experience 42 year
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Profile Summary

About Rita M. Carrier at a glance

Rita M. Carrier is an Associate Specialist based in Washington, District of Columbia, practicing at Sullivan & Cromwell LLP. They have 42+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1984. Their practice focuses on ip. Admitted to practice in District of Columbia (1984) and New York (1986). Educated at Catholic University of America Columbus School of Law (J.D., 1984) and Manhattanville College (B.A., 1974). Serands clients in Washington, DC and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Rita M. Carrier is a lawyer practicing intellectual property & technology transactions, capital markets, leveraged finance & lending, equity & debt capital markets
  • Rita M. received a B.A. degree from Manhattanville College in 1974, and has been licensed for 42 years
  • Rita M. practices at Sullivan & Cromwell LLP in Washington, DC

Practice Areas Explained

Rita M. Carrier's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Rita M. Carrier handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Intellectual Property

IP attorneys protect inventions, brands, and creative work through patent prosecution, trademark registration, copyright, and trade-secret enforcement.

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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 Rita M. Carrier

Where is Rita M. Carrier's law office located?
Rita M. Carrier's law practice is located in Washington, District of Columbia. The firm is Sullivan & Cromwell LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Rita M. Carrier handle?
Rita M. Carrier focuses on ip. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in District of Columbia.
How long has Rita M. Carrier practiced law?
Rita M. Carrier has 42+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1984.
Where did Rita M. Carrier go to law school?
Rita M. Carrier earned their education at (J.D., 1984); (B.A., 1974).
How can I contact Rita M. Carrier for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Catholic University of America Columbus School of Law
- 1984
B.A.
Manhattanville College
- 1974

Bar Admissions

District of Columbia
Admitted: 1984
New York
Admitted: 1986

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