Atty. Robert Lewis Duston

Atty. Robert Lewis Duston

Mr. Robert Lewis Duston is a lawyer practicing civil rights, education, disabilities and 7 other areas of law.

Washington Washington 42 yrs experience 42 year
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About Robert Lewis Duston at a glance

Robert Lewis Duston is a Partner based in Washington, District of Columbia, practicing at Saul Ewing Arnstein & Lehr LLP. They have 42+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1984. Their practice focuses on employment, business, ssd, construction, and civil rights. Admitted to practice in Virginia (1984), District of Columbia (1985), and Maryland U.S. Supreme Court U.S. Court of Appeals, District of Columbia, Third, Fourth, Sixth, Ninth (2000). Educated at University of Virginia (J.D., 1984) and George Mason University (B.A., 1981). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of The District of Columbia Bar Virginia State Bar Virginia and American Bar Associations. Serands clients in Washington, DC and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Mr. Robert Lewis Duston is a lawyer practicing civil rights, education, disabilities and 7 other areas of law
  • Robert received a B.A. degree from George Mason University in 1981, and has been licensed for 42 years
  • Robert practices at Saul Ewing Arnstein & Lehr LLP in Washington, DC

Practice Areas Explained

Robert Lewis Duston's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Robert Lewis Duston 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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Business & Corporate Law

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

Robert Lewis Duston is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in District of Columbia →

Social Security Disability

SSDI and SSI attorneys for disability claims, denied benefits, and Social Security appeals.

Robert Lewis Duston is one of 26,532 ssd attorneys indexed nationally. Browse ssd attorneys in District of Columbia →

Construction Law

Robert Lewis Duston is one of 40,689 construction attorneys indexed nationally. Browse construction attorneys in District of Columbia →

Civil Rights

Civil rights attorneys for discrimination, police misconduct, constitutional rights, and civil liberties cases.

Robert Lewis Duston is one of 70,245 civil rights attorneys indexed nationally. Browse civil rights 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 Lewis Duston

Where is Robert Lewis Duston's law office located?
Robert Lewis Duston's law practice is located in Washington, District of Columbia. The firm is Saul Ewing Arnstein & Lehr LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Robert Lewis Duston handle?
Robert Lewis Duston focuses on employment, business, ssd, construction, civil rights. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in District of Columbia.
How long has Robert Lewis Duston practiced law?
Robert Lewis Duston has 42+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1984.
Where did Robert Lewis Duston go to law school?
Robert Lewis Duston earned their education at (J.D., 1984); (B.A., 1981).
How can I contact Robert Lewis Duston for a consultation?
You can contact Robert Lewis Duston directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has Robert Lewis Duston received?
Robert Lewis Duston's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of Virginia
- 1984
B.A.
George Mason University
- 1981

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Virginia
Admitted: 1984
District of Columbia
Admitted: 1985
Maryland U.S. Supreme Court U.S. Court of Appeals, District of Columbia, Third, Fourth, Sixth, Ninth
Admitted: 2000

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