Atty. Rufus H. Williams
Rufus H. Williams is a lawyer practicing criminal law, civil rights law.
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Rufus H. Williams is a criminal defense and civil rights attorney based in Washington, District of Columbia. They have 41+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1985. Admitted to practice in Pennsylvania (1985) and District of Columbia (1986). Educated at Howard University (J.D., 1982) and University of North Florida (B.A., 1975). Serands clients in Washington, DC and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- Rufus H. Williams is a lawyer practicing criminal law, civil rights law
- Rufus H. received a B.A. degree from University of North Florida in 1975, and has been licensed for 41 years
- Rufus H. practices in Washington, DC
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A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.
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Civil rights attorneys for discrimination, police misconduct, constitutional rights, and civil liberties cases.
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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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