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About Walter E. Diercks at a glance
Walter E. Diercks is a Member based in Washington, District of Columbia, practicing at Rubin, Winston, Diercks, Harris & Cooke, L.L.P.. They have 54+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1972. Their practice focuses on business, litigation, and entertainment. Admitted to practice in Virginia (1972), District of Columbia (1973), and U.S. Supreme Court (1984). Educated at University of Virginia (J.D., 1972) and Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute (B.Ch.E., 1967). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of The District of Columbia Bar Virginia State Bar American Bar Association Federal Communications Bar Association. Serves clients in Washington, DC and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- Mr. Walter E. Diercks is a lawyer practicing media, civil litigation, trade regulation and 3 other areas of law
- Walter received a B.Ch.E. degree from Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute in 1967, and has been licensed for 54 years
- Walter practices at Rubin, Winston, Diercks, Harris & Cooke, L.L.P. in Washington, DC
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Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
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Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.
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Entertainment lawyers for music, film, sports contracts, talent representation, and IP licensing.
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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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