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About Robert J. Kaufman at a glance
Robert J. Kaufman is a Member based in Washington, District of Columbia, practicing at Chalmers, Adams, Backer & Kaufman, LLC. They have 51+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1975. Their practice focuses on contracts, trusts, family law, estate planning, and employment. Admitted to practice in Georgia (1975), New York (1981), and District of Columbia United States Tax Court United States Court of Appeals for the Eleventh Circuit (1982). Educated at Emory University School of Law (J.D., 1975) and State University of New York at Stony Brook (B.A., 1972). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of State Bar of Georgia New York State Bar District of Columbia Bar Federal Bar Association American Bar Association American Association for Justice Georgia Trial Lawyers Association. Serands clients in Washington, DC and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- Mr. Robert J. Kaufman is a lawyer practicing business litigation, business transactions, corporate & partnership and 25 other areas of law
- Robert received a B.A. degree from State University of New York at Stony Brook in 1972, and has been licensed for 51 years
- Robert practices at Chalmers, Adams, Backer & Kaufman, LLC in Washington, DC
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Robert J. Kaufman is one of 76,762 contracts attorneys indexed nationally. Browse contracts attorneys in District of Columbia →
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Family law attorneys handle divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, prenups, and protective orders. Find verified family lawyers near you.
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An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.
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Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.
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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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