Atty. Townsend Leigh Bourne

Atty. Townsend Leigh Bourne

Ms. Townsend Leigh Bourne is a lawyer practicing governmental practice, false claims act, government contracts and 13 other areas of law.

Washington Washington 17 yrs experience 17 year
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Profile Summary

About Townsend Leigh Bourne at a glance

Townsend Leigh Bourne is a Partner based in Washington, District of Columbia, practicing at Sheppard Mullin. They have 17+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2009. Their practice focuses on contracts, business, ip, whistleblower, and litigation. Admitted to practice in Virginia (2009) and District of Columbia United States District Court for the Eastern District of Virginia United States (2010). Educated at George Mason University School of Law (J.D., 2009) and Vanderbilt University (B.A., 2006). Active member of Memberships • Member, State Bar of Virginia • Member, Bar of the District of Columbia • Member, American Bar Association, Section of Public Contract Law • Member, National Defense Industrial Association • Member, U, S, and Court of Federal Claims • Member, U. Serands clients in Washington, DC and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Ms. Townsend Leigh Bourne is a lawyer practicing governmental practice, false claims act, government contracts and 13 other areas of law
  • Townsend received a B.A. degree from Vanderbilt University in 2006, and has been licensed for 17 years
  • Townsend practices at Sheppard Mullin in Washington, DC

Practice Areas Explained

Townsend Leigh Bourne's Areas of Practice

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

Contracts

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Business & Corporate Law

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Intellectual Property

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Whistleblower & Retaliation

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Civil Litigation

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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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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Townsend Leigh Bourne

Where is Townsend Leigh Bourne's law office located?
Townsend Leigh Bourne's law practice is located in Washington, District of Columbia. The firm is Sheppard Mullin. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Townsend Leigh Bourne handle?
Townsend Leigh Bourne focuses on contracts, business, ip, whistleblower, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in District of Columbia.
How long has Townsend Leigh Bourne practiced law?
Townsend Leigh Bourne has 17+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2009.
Where did Townsend Leigh Bourne go to law school?
Townsend Leigh Bourne earned their education at (J.D., 2009); (B.A., 2006).
How can I contact Townsend Leigh Bourne for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
George Mason University School of Law
- 2009
B.A.
Vanderbilt University
- 2006

Bar Admissions

Virginia
Admitted: 2009
District of Columbia United States District Court for the Eastern District of Virginia United States
Admitted: 2010

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