Atty. William Greene McElwain

Atty. William Greene McElwain

William Greene McElwain is a lawyer practicing litigation. William received a B.A. degree from Yale University in 1978, and has been licensed for 44 years.

Washington Washington 44 yrs experience 44 year
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About William Greene McElwain at a glance

William Greene McElwain is a Partner based in Washington, District of Columbia. They have 44+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1982. Their practice focuses on litigation. Admitted to practice in Massachusetts (1982), District of Columbia (1986), and Virginia (1989). Educated at Harvard Law School (J.D., 1982) and Yale University (B.A., 1978). Serands clients in Washington, DC and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • William Greene McElwain is a lawyer practicing litigation
  • William received a B.A. degree from Yale University in 1978, and has been licensed for 44 years
  • William practices in Washington, DC

Practice Areas Explained

William Greene McElwain's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases William Greene McElwain handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

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Jurisdictional Context

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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 William Greene McElwain's law office located?
William Greene McElwain's law practice is located in Washington, District of Columbia. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does William Greene McElwain handle?
William Greene McElwain focuses on litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in District of Columbia.
How long has William Greene McElwain practiced law?
William Greene McElwain has 44+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1982.
Where did William Greene McElwain go to law school?
William Greene McElwain earned their education at (J.D., 1982); (B.A., 1978).
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Practice Areas

Education

J.D.
Harvard Law School
- 1982
B.A.
Yale University
- 1978

Bar Admissions

Massachusetts
Admitted: 1982
District of Columbia
Admitted: 1986
Virginia
Admitted: 1989

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