Atty. Sunwook Ryu

Atty. Sunwook Ryu

Sunwook Ryu is a lawyer practicing immigration. Sunwook received a B.A. degree from Ewha Women's University in 2002, and has been licensed for 19 years.

Washington Washington 19 Years Experience 19 year
Call (771) 218-3541

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About Sunwook Ryu at a glance

Sunwook Ryu is an Associate based in Washington, District of Columbia, practicing at Teras & Wilde, PLLC. They have 19+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2007. Their practice focuses on immigration. Admitted to practice in Maryland (2007). Educated at American University, Washington College of Law (J.D., 2007) and Ewha Women's University (B.A., 2002). Active member of Maryland State Bar Association, Inc and American Bar Association American Immigration Lawyers Association. Serves clients in Washington, DC and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Sunwook Ryu is a lawyer practicing immigration
  • Sunwook received a B.A. degree from Ewha Women's University in 2002, and has been licensed for 19 years
  • Sunwook practices at Teras & Wilde, PLLC in Washington, DC

Practice Areas Explained

Sunwook Ryu's Areas of Practice

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

Immigration 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 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 Sunwook Ryu

Where is Sunwook Ryu's law office located?
Sunwook Ryu's law practice is located in Washington, District of Columbia. The firm is Teras & Wilde, PLLC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Sunwook Ryu handle?
Sunwook Ryu focuses on immigration. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in District of Columbia.
How long has Sunwook Ryu practiced law?
Sunwook Ryu has 19+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2007.
Where did Sunwook Ryu go to law school?
Sunwook Ryu earned their education at (J.D., 2007); (B.A., 2002).
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Practice Areas

Education

J.D.
American University, Washington College of Law
- 2007
B.A.
Ewha Women's University
- 2002

Bar Admissions

Maryland
Admitted: 2007

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