Atty. Terri Y. Lea

Atty. Terri Y. Lea

Terri Y. Lea is a lawyer.

Washington Washington 39 yrs experience 39 year
Call (732) 360-6947 Book Appointment

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About Terri Y. Lea at a glance

Terri Y. Lea is an attorney based in Washington, District of Columbia. They have 39+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1987. Admitted to practice in Pennsylvania (1987) and District of Columbia (1989). Educated at Howard University (J.D., 1987) and The City College of the City University of New York (B.S., 1984). Serands clients in Washington, DC and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Terri Y. Lea is a lawyer
  • Terri Y. received a B.S. degree from The City College of the City University of New York in 1984, and has been licensed for 39 years
  • Terri Y. practices 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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Terri Y. Lea's law practice is located in Washington, District of Columbia. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
How long has Terri Y. Lea practiced law?
Terri Y. Lea has 39+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1987.
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Terri Y. Lea earned their education at (J.D., 1987); (B.S., 1984).
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Education

J.D.
Howard University
- 1987
B.S.
The City College of the City University of New York
- 1984

Bar Admissions

Pennsylvania
Admitted: 1987
District of Columbia
Admitted: 1989

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