Atty. Steven Marcus

Atty. Steven Marcus

Steven Marcus is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Appellate Practice and Commercial Litigation. Steven, who practices law in Washington, District of Columbia, has been recognized since 2026.

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Profile Summary

About Steven Marcus at a glance

Steven Marcus is a business, litigation, and appellate attorney based in Washington, District of Columbia, practicing at Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP. Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Appellate Practice (2026) and Best Lawyers in America — Commercial Litigation (2026). Serves clients in Washington, DC and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

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  • Steven Marcus is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Appellate Practice and Commercial Litigation
  • Steven, who practices law in Washington, District of Columbia, has been recognized since 2026
  • This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Steven is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area

Practice Areas Explained

Steven Marcus's Areas of Practice

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

Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

Steven Marcus is one of 452,854 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in District of Columbia →

Civil Litigation

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

Steven Marcus is one of 409,070 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.

Steven Marcus is one of 77,587 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 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 Steven Marcus

Where is Steven Marcus's law office located?
Steven Marcus's law practice is located in Washington, District of Columbia. The firm is Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Steven Marcus handle?
Steven Marcus focuses on business, litigation, appellate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in District of Columbia.
How can I contact Steven Marcus for a consultation?
You can contact Steven Marcus directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has Steven Marcus received?
Steven Marcus's notable recognition includes: Best Lawyers in America — Appellate Practice; Best Lawyers in America — Commercial Litigation.

Awards

Best Lawyers in America — Appellate Practice
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Commercial Litigation
- 2026

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