Atty. Sheldon Whitehouse

Atty. Sheldon Whitehouse

Sheldon Whitehouse is a lawyer practicing civil litigation. Sheldon received a B.A. degree from Yale University in 1978, and has been licensed for 44 years.

Newport Newport 44 yrs experience 44 year
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Profile Summary

About Sheldon Whitehouse at a glance

Sheldon Whitehouse is an attorney based in Newport, Rhode Island. They haand 44+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1982. Admitted to practice in West Virginia (Inactive) (1982) and Rhode Island U.S. District Court, District of Rhode Island U.S. Court of Appeals, First, Second and (1983). Educated at University of Virginia (J.D., 1982) and Yale University (B.A., 1978). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Newport, RI and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Sheldon Whitehouse is a lawyer practicing civil litigation
  • Sheldon received a B.A. degree from Yale University in 1978, and has been licensed for 44 years
  • Sheldon practices in Newport, RI

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Rhode Island

Practforg law in Rhode Island. Legal matters in Rhode Island are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantiand law. Cases originating in Newport are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Rhode Island state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Rhode Island brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantiand law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Rhode Island courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Where is Sheldon Whitehouse's law office located?
Sheldon Whitehouse's law practice is located in Newport, Rhode Island. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
How long has Sheldon Whitehouse practiced law?
Sheldon Whitehouse has 44+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1982.
Where did Sheldon Whitehouse go to law school?
Sheldon Whitehouse earned their education at (J.D., 1982); (B.A., 1978).
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Sheldon Whitehouse's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

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Education

J.D.
University of Virginia
- 1982
B.A.
Yale University
- 1978

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

West Virginia (Inactive)
Admitted: 1982
Rhode Island U.S. District Court, District of Rhode Island U.S. Court of Appeals, First, Second and
Admitted: 1983

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