Atty. Robert James Woolsey, Jr

Atty. Robert James Woolsey, Jr

Robert James Woolsey, Jr is a lawyer practicing international arbitration, mediation, commercial law. Robert received a M.A. degree from Oxford University, Oxford, England in 1965, and has been licensed for 57 years.

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Profile Summary

About Robert James Woolsey, Jr at a glance

Robert James Woolsey, Jr is a Counsel based in Washington, District of Columbia, practicing at Goodwin Procter LLP. They have 57+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1969. Their practice focuses on business, adr, and international. Admitted to practice in California (1969) and District of Columbia (1970). Educated at Yale University Law School (LL.B., 1968) and Oxford University, Oxford, England (M.A. Stanford, 1965). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of The District of Columbia Bar. Serands clients in Washington, DC and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Robert James Woolsey, Jr is a lawyer practicing international arbitration, mediation, commercial law
  • Robert received a M.A. degree from Oxford University, Oxford, England in 1965, and has been licensed for 57 years
  • Robert practices at Goodwin Procter LLP in Washington, DC

Practice Areas Explained

Robert James Woolsey, Jr's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Robert James Woolsey, Jr handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

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Mediation & Arbitration

Mediators and arbitrators for civil, commercial, family, and employment dispute resolution.

Robert James Woolsey, Jr is one of 73,906 adr attorneys indexed nationally. Browse adr attorneys in District of Columbia →

International Law

International law attorneys for cross-border transactions, trade, foreign investment, and treaties.

Robert James Woolsey, Jr is one of 40,133 international attorneys indexed nationally. Browse international attorneys in District of Columbia →

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 Robert James Woolsey, Jr

Where is Robert James Woolsey, Jr's law office located?
Robert James Woolsey, Jr's law practice is located in Washington, District of Columbia. The firm is Goodwin Procter LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Robert James Woolsey, Jr handle?
Robert James Woolsey, Jr focuses on business, adr, international. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in District of Columbia.
How long has Robert James Woolsey, Jr practiced law?
Robert James Woolsey, Jr has 57+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1969.
Where did Robert James Woolsey, Jr go to law school?
Robert James Woolsey, Jr earned their education at (LL.B., 1968); (M.A. Stanford, 1965).
How can I contact Robert James Woolsey, Jr for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Robert James Woolsey, Jr received?
Robert James Woolsey, Jr's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

LL.B.
Yale University Law School
- 1968
M.A. Stanford
Oxford University, Oxford, England
- 1965

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1969
District of Columbia
Admitted: 1970

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