Atty. Virginia Schmidt Barry

Atty. Virginia Schmidt Barry

Virginia Schmidt Barry is a lawyer practicing investment management, insurance, appeals and 1 other area of law. Virginia received a B.S. degree from Cornell University in 2001, and has been licensed for 19 years.

Washington Washington 19 yrs experience 19 year
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Profile Summary

About Virginia Schmidt Barry at a glance

Virginia Schmidt Barry is an Assist. Coun. based in Washington, District of Columbia. They have 19+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2007. Their practice focuses on insurance, appellate, and entertainment. Admitted to practice in New York (2007), District of Columbia (2008), and U.S. Court of Appeals, District of Columbia Circuit (2008). Educated at State University of New York at Buffalo Law School (J.D., 2006) and Cornell University (B.S., 2001). Active member of District of Columbia Bar. Serands clients in Washington, DC and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Virginia Schmidt Barry is a lawyer practicing investment management, insurance, appeals and 1 other area of law
  • Virginia received a B.S. degree from Cornell University in 2001, and has been licensed for 19 years
  • Virginia practices in Washington, DC

Practice Areas Explained

Virginia Schmidt Barry's Areas of Practice

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

Insurance Law

Insurance attorneys for coverage disputes, bad faith claims, denied claims, and policy disputes.

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Appellate Practice

Appellate attorneys for civil and criminal appeals at state and federal court.

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Entertainment & Sports Law

Entertainment lawyers for music, film, sports contracts, talent representation, and IP licensing.

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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 Virginia Schmidt Barry

Where is Virginia Schmidt Barry's law office located?
Virginia Schmidt Barry's law practice is located in Washington, District of Columbia. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Virginia Schmidt Barry handle?
Virginia Schmidt Barry focuses on insurance, appellate, entertainment. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in District of Columbia.
How long has Virginia Schmidt Barry practiced law?
Virginia Schmidt Barry has 19+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2007.
Where did Virginia Schmidt Barry go to law school?
Virginia Schmidt Barry earned their education at (J.D., 2006); (B.S., 2001).
How can I contact Virginia Schmidt Barry for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
State University of New York at Buffalo Law School
- 2006
B.S.
Cornell University
- 2001

Bar Admissions

New York
Admitted: 2007
District of Columbia
Admitted: 2008
U.S. Court of Appeals, District of Columbia Circuit
Admitted: 2008

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