Atty. Stephen Richard Prest

Atty. Stephen Richard Prest

Mr. Stephen Richard Prest is a lawyer practicing criminal defense, general practice, litigation and 1 other area of law.

Washington Washington 20 yrs experience 20 year
Call (771) 220-5985 Book Appointment

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About Stephen Richard Prest at a glance

Stephen Richard Prest is a criminal defense, litigation, and appellate attorney based in Washington, District of Columbia. They have 20+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2006. Admitted to practice in Maryland (2006) and District of Columbia (2007). Serands clients in Washington, DC and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

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  • Mr. Stephen Richard Prest is a lawyer practicing criminal defense, general practice, litigation and 1 other area of law
  • Stephen has been licensed for 20 years
  • Stephen practices in Washington, DC

Practice Areas Explained

Stephen Richard Prest's Areas of Practice

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

Criminal Defense

A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.

Stephen Richard Prest is one of 214,270 criminal defense attorneys indexed nationally. Browse criminal defense attorneys in District of Columbia →

Civil Litigation

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

Stephen Richard Prest is one of 454,532 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in District of Columbia →

Appellate Practice

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

Stephen Richard Prest is one of 86,319 appellate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse appellate 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 Stephen Richard Prest

Where is Stephen Richard Prest's law office located?
Stephen Richard Prest'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 Richard Prest handle?
Stephen Richard Prest focuses on criminal defense, litigation, appellate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in District of Columbia.
How long has Stephen Richard Prest practiced law?
Stephen Richard Prest has 20+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2006.
How can I contact Stephen Richard Prest for a consultation?
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Bar Admissions

Maryland
Admitted: 2006
District of Columbia
Admitted: 2007

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