Atty. William Handley Woolston

Atty. William Handley Woolston

Mr. William Handley Woolston is a lawyer practicing employee benefits & executive compensation, erisa & employee benefits litigation, executive & equity compensation and 1 other area of law.

Washington Washington 19 yrs experience 19 year
Call (771) 246-2576 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About William Handley Woolston at a glance

William Handley Woolston is a Partner based in Washington, District of Columbia, practicing at Covington And Burling Llp. They have 19+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2007. Their practice focuses on employment, estate litigation, employment contracts, and litigation. Admitted to practice in Maryland (2007) and District of Columbia (2008). Educated at William & Mary Law School (JD, 2007) and Salisbury University (M.B.A. Beta, 2003). Serands clients in Washington, DC and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Mr. William Handley Woolston is a lawyer practicing employee benefits & executive compensation, erisa & employee benefits litigation, executive & equity compensation and 1 other area of law
  • William received a M.B.A. degree from Salisbury University in 2003, and has been licensed for 19 years
  • William practices at Covington & Burling LLP in Washington, DC

Practice Areas Explained

William Handley Woolston's Areas of Practice

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

Employment Law

Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.

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Estate & Trust Litigation

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Employment Contracts

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Civil Litigation

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

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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 William Handley Woolston

Where is William Handley Woolston's law office located?
William Handley Woolston's law practice is located in Washington, District of Columbia. The firm is Covington And Burling Llp. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does William Handley Woolston handle?
William Handley Woolston focuses on employment, estate litigation, employment contracts, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in District of Columbia.
How long has William Handley Woolston practiced law?
William Handley Woolston has 19+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2007.
Where did William Handley Woolston go to law school?
William Handley Woolston earned their education at (JD, 2007); (M.B.A. Beta, 2003).
How can I contact William Handley Woolston for a consultation?
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Education

JD
William & Mary Law School
- 2007
M.B.A. Beta
Salisbury University
- 2003

Bar Admissions

Maryland
Admitted: 2007
District of Columbia
Admitted: 2008

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