Atty. Scott H Strauss

Atty. Scott H Strauss

Mr. Scott H Strauss is a lawyer practicing compliance and enforcement, electric, environment and energy and 6 other areas of law.

Washington Washington 45 yrs experience 45 year
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Profile Summary

About Scott H Strauss at a glance

Scott H Strauss is a Partner based in Washington, District of Columbia, practicing at Spiegel And Mcdiarmid Llp. They have 45+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1981. Their practice focuses on environmental, appellate, and energy. Admitted to practice in District of Columbia (1981) and U.S. Supreme Court U.S. Court of Appeals for the District of Columbia Circuit U.S. Courts of Appeal, (1987). Educated at University of Pennsylvania (J.D., 1981) and Cornell University (B.S., 1978). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Washington, DC and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Mr. Scott H Strauss is a lawyer practicing compliance and enforcement, electric, environment and energy and 6 other areas of law
  • Scott received a B.S. degree from Cornell University in 1978, and has been licensed for 45 years
  • Scott practices at Spiegel & McDiarmid LLP in Washington, DC

Practice Areas Explained

Scott H Strauss's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Scott H Strauss handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Environmental Law

Environmental attorneys for regulatory compliance, contamination, land use, and natural resource law.

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Appellate Practice

Appellate attorneys for civil and criminal appeals at state and federal court.

Scott H Strauss is one of 86,319 appellate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse appellate attorneys in District of Columbia →

Energy & Utilities Law

Energy attorneys for oil & gas, renewables, utility regulation, and energy sector transactions.

Scott H Strauss is one of 36,230 energy attorneys indexed nationally. Browse energy 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 Scott H Strauss

Where is Scott H Strauss's law office located?
Scott H Strauss's law practice is located in Washington, District of Columbia. The firm is Spiegel And Mcdiarmid Llp. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Scott H Strauss handle?
Scott H Strauss focuses on environmental, appellate, energy. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in District of Columbia.
How long has Scott H Strauss practiced law?
Scott H Strauss has 45+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1981.
Where did Scott H Strauss go to law school?
Scott H Strauss earned their education at (J.D., 1981); (B.S., 1978).
How can I contact Scott H Strauss for a consultation?
You can contact Scott H Strauss 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 Scott H Strauss received?
Scott H Strauss's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of Pennsylvania
- 1981
B.S.
Cornell University
- 1978

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

District of Columbia
Admitted: 1981
U.S. Supreme Court U.S. Court of Appeals for the District of Columbia Circuit U.S. Courts of Appeal,
Admitted: 1987

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