Atty. Robert Patrick McGovern

Atty. Robert Patrick McGovern

Robert Patrick McGovern is a lawyer. Robert received a B.A. degree from College of the Holy Cross in 1989, and has been licensed for 30 years.

Arlington Arlington 30 Years Experience 30 year
Call (571) 670-6056

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About Robert Patrick McGovern at a glance

Robert Patrick McGovern is an attorney based in Arlington, Virginia. They have 30+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1996. Admitted to practice in New Jersey (1996), New York (1998), and U.S. Court of Appeals, Third Circuit (1999). Educated at Fordham University (J.D., 1996) and College of the Holy Cross (B.A., 1989). Serves clients in Arlington, VA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Robert Patrick McGovern is a lawyer
  • Robert received a B.A. degree from College of the Holy Cross in 1989, and has been licensed for 30 years
  • Robert practices in Arlington, VA

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Virginia

Practicing law in Virginia. Legal matters in Virginia are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Arlington are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Virginia state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Virginia 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 Virginia courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Robert Patrick McGovern's law practice is located in Arlington, Virginia. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
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Robert Patrick McGovern has 30+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1996.
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Robert Patrick McGovern earned their education at (J.D., 1996); (B.A., 1989).
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Education

J.D.
Fordham University
- 1996
B.A.
College of the Holy Cross
- 1989

Bar Admissions

New Jersey
Admitted: 1996
New York
Admitted: 1998
U.S. Court of Appeals, Third Circuit
Admitted: 1999

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