Atty. Stephen Zak Chertkof

Atty. Stephen Zak Chertkof

Stephen Zak Chertkof is a lawyer practicing employment & labor. Stephen received a B.S. degree from Duke University in 1985, and has been licensed for 38 years.

Washington Washington 38 yrs experience 38 year
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About Stephen Zak Chertkof at a glance

Stephen Zak Chertkof is a Member based in Washington, District of Columbia, practicing at Heller, Huron, Chertkof, Lerner, Simon & Salzman, PLLC. They have 38+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1988. Their practice focuses on employment. Admitted to practice in California (1988), Maryland (1989), Virginia (1992), and District of Columbia (1996). Educated at Yale University (J.D., 1988) and Duke University (B.S., 1985). Active member of The District of Columbia Bar. Serands clients in Washington, DC and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Stephen Zak Chertkof is a lawyer practicing employment & labor
  • Stephen received a B.S. degree from Duke University in 1985, and has been licensed for 38 years
  • Stephen practices at Heller, Huron, Chertkof, Lerner, Simon & Salzman, PLLC in Washington, DC

Practice Areas Explained

Stephen Zak Chertkof's Areas of Practice

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

Employment Law

Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.

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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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Where is Stephen Zak Chertkof's law office located?
Stephen Zak Chertkof's law practice is located in Washington, District of Columbia. The firm is Heller, Huron, Chertkof, Lerner, Simon & Salzman, PLLC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Stephen Zak Chertkof handle?
Stephen Zak Chertkof focuses on employment. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in District of Columbia.
How long has Stephen Zak Chertkof practiced law?
Stephen Zak Chertkof has 38+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1988.
Where did Stephen Zak Chertkof go to law school?
Stephen Zak Chertkof earned their education at (J.D., 1988); (B.S., 1985).
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Practice Areas

Education

J.D.
Yale University
- 1988
B.S.
Duke University
- 1985

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1988
Maryland
Admitted: 1989
Virginia
Admitted: 1992
District of Columbia
Admitted: 1996

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