Atty. Stephen James Claeys

Atty. Stephen James Claeys

Mr. Stephen James Claeys is a lawyer practicing international trade regulation, international trade, export regulation.

Arlington Arlington 35 yrs experience 35 year
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About Stephen James Claeys at a glance

Stephen James Claeys is a international attorney based in Arlington, Virginia. They have 35+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1991. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1991), District of Columbia (1994), and U.S. Court of International Trade and U.S. Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit (1994). Educated at Northwestern University (J.D., 1991) and University of Notre Dame (B.A., 1988). Serands clients in Arlington, VA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Mr. Stephen James Claeys is a lawyer practicing international trade regulation, international trade, export regulation
  • Stephen received a B.A. degree from University of Notre Dame in 1988, and has been licensed for 35 years
  • Stephen practices in Arlington, VA

Practice Areas Explained

Stephen James Claeys's Areas of Practice

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

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 Virginia

Practicing law in Virginia. Legal matters in Virginia are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Arlington are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Virginia state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Virginia 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 Virginia courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Where is Stephen James Claeys's law office located?
Stephen James Claeys's law practice is located in Arlington, Virginia. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Stephen James Claeys handle?
Stephen James Claeys focuses on international. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Virginia.
How long has Stephen James Claeys practiced law?
Stephen James Claeys has 35+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1991.
Where did Stephen James Claeys go to law school?
Stephen James Claeys earned their education at (J.D., 1991); (B.A., 1988).
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Education

J.D.
Northwestern University
- 1991
B.A.
University of Notre Dame
- 1988

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 1991
District of Columbia
Admitted: 1994
U.S. Court of International Trade and U.S. Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit
Admitted: 1994

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