Atty. Stephen J McHale

Atty. Stephen J McHale

Mr. Stephen J McHale is a lawyer practicing homeland security law, anti-money laundering compliance, committee on foreign investment in the u.s. and 5 other areas of law.

Washington Washington 46 yrs experience 46 year
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About Stephen J McHale at a glance

Stephen J McHale is a Partner based in Washington, District of Columbia, practicing at Squire Patton Boggs. They have 46+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1980. Their practice focuses on white collar, securities, government, and aviation. Admitted to practice in District of Columbia U.S. Court of Federal Claims (1980) and Maryland (1982). Educated at American University Washington College of Law (J.D., 1980) and University of Nottingham, England (B.A., 1977). Active member of District of Columbia Bar American Bar Association. Serands clients in Washington, DC and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Mr. Stephen J McHale is a lawyer practicing homeland security law, anti-money laundering compliance, committee on foreign investment in the u.s. and 5 other areas of law
  • Stephen received a B.A. degree from University of Nottingham, England in 1977, and has been licensed for 46 years
  • Stephen practices at Squire Patton Boggs in Washington, DC

Practice Areas Explained

Stephen J McHale's Areas of Practice

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

White Collar Crimes

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Securities Law

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Government & Administrative Law

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Aviation Law

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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 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

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Where is Stephen J McHale's law office located?
Stephen J McHale's law practice is located in Washington, District of Columbia. The firm is Squire Patton Boggs. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Stephen J McHale handle?
Stephen J McHale focuses on white collar, securities, government, aviation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in District of Columbia.
How long has Stephen J McHale practiced law?
Stephen J McHale has 46+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1980.
Where did Stephen J McHale go to law school?
Stephen J McHale earned their education at (J.D., 1980); (B.A., 1977).
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Education

J.D.
American University Washington College of Law
- 1980
B.A.
University of Nottingham, England
- 1977

Bar Admissions

District of Columbia U.S. Court of Federal Claims
Admitted: 1980
Maryland
Admitted: 1982

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