Atty. Stephen D. Espy

Atty. Stephen D. Espy

Stephen D. Espy is a lawyer practicing litigation, tax law, international law.

Washington Washington 42 Years Experience 42 year
Call (202) 738-1866

Profile Summary

About Stephen D. Espy at a glance

Stephen D. Espy is a tax, litigation, and international attorney based in Washington, District of Columbia. They have 42+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1984. Admitted to practice in Pennsylvania (1984) and District of Columbia (1986). Educated at Southwestern University School of Law (J.D., 1981) and University of Southern California (B.A. University, 1970). Serves clients in Washington, DC and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Stephen D. Espy is a lawyer practicing litigation, tax law, international law
  • Stephen D. received a B.A. degree from University of Southern California in 1970, and has been licensed for 42 years
  • Stephen D. practices in Washington, DC

Practice Areas Explained

Stephen D. Espy's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Stephen D. Espy handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Tax Law

Tax attorneys handle IRS audits, tax debt, international tax, estate planning, and tax court litigation.

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Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

Stephen D. Espy is one of 409,070 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in District of Columbia →

International Law

International law attorneys for cross-border transactions, trade, foreign investment, and treaties.

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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 venue, 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 Stephen D. Espy

Where is Stephen D. Espy's law office located?
Stephen D. Espy's law practice is located in Washington, District of Columbia. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Stephen D. Espy handle?
Stephen D. Espy focuses on tax, litigation, international. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in District of Columbia.
How long has Stephen D. Espy practiced law?
Stephen D. Espy has 42+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1984.
Where did Stephen D. Espy go to law school?
Stephen D. Espy earned their education at (J.D., 1981); (B.A. University, 1970).
How can I contact Stephen D. Espy for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Southwestern University School of Law
- 1981
B.A. University
University of Southern California
- 1970

Bar Admissions

Pennsylvania
Admitted: 1984
District of Columbia
Admitted: 1986

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