Atty. Sylvia A. de Leon

Atty. Sylvia A. de Leon

Sylvia A. de Leon is a lawyer practicing transportation. Sylvia A. received a B.S. degree from Briar Cliff College in 1972, and has been licensed for 50 years.

Washington Washington 50 yrs experience 50 year
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About Sylvia A. de Leon at a glance

Sylvia A. de Leon is an Attorney based in Washington, District of Columbia, practicing at Akin Gump Strauss Hauer And Feld Llp. They have 50+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1976. Admitted to practice in Texas (1976) and District of Columbia (1977). Educated at University of Texas at Austin School of Law (J.D., 1976) and Briar Cliff College (B.S., 1972). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Chairman, Federal Law and Regulations Committee, 1984-1987, The District of Columbia Bar Bar Association of the District of Columbia State Bar of Texas. Serands clients in Washington, DC and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Sylvia A. de Leon is a lawyer practicing transportation
  • Sylvia A. received a B.S. degree from Briar Cliff College in 1972, and has been licensed for 50 years
  • Sylvia A. practices at Akin Gump Strauss Hauer & Feld LLP in Washington, DC

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 Sylvia A. de Leon's law office located?
Sylvia A. de Leon's law practice is located in Washington, District of Columbia. The firm is Akin Gump Strauss Hauer And Feld Llp. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
How long has Sylvia A. de Leon practiced law?
Sylvia A. de Leon has 50+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1976.
Where did Sylvia A. de Leon go to law school?
Sylvia A. de Leon earned their education at (J.D., 1976); (B.S., 1972).
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What awards or recognition has Sylvia A. de Leon received?
Sylvia A. de Leon's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

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Education

J.D.
University of Texas at Austin School of Law
- 1976
B.S.
Briar Cliff College
- 1972

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Texas
Admitted: 1976
District of Columbia
Admitted: 1977

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