Atty. William J. Bielefeld

Atty. William J. Bielefeld

William J. Bielefeld is a lawyer practicing business, financial services and investment management, alternative investment funds and 1 other area of law.

Washington Washington 53 yrs experience 53 year
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About William J. Bielefeld at a glance

William J. Bielefeld is an Associate based in Washington, District of Columbia, practicing at Dechert Llp. They have 53+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1973. Their practice focuses on business and securities. Admitted to practice in New York (1973) and District of Columbia (2009). Educated at Temple University Beasley School of Law (J.D., 2005) and Kenyon College (B.A., 2001). Serands clients in Washington, DC and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • William J. Bielefeld is a lawyer practicing business, financial services and investment management, alternative investment funds and 1 other area of law
  • William received a B.A. degree from Kenyon College in 2001, and has been licensed for 53 years
  • William practices at Dechert LLP in Washington, DC

Practice Areas Explained

William J. Bielefeld's Areas of Practice

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

Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

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Securities Law

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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 J. Bielefeld

Where is William J. Bielefeld's law office located?
William J. Bielefeld's law practice is located in Washington, District of Columbia. The firm is Dechert Llp. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does William J. Bielefeld handle?
William J. Bielefeld focuses on business, securities. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in District of Columbia.
How long has William J. Bielefeld practiced law?
William J. Bielefeld has 53+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1973.
Where did William J. Bielefeld go to law school?
William J. Bielefeld earned their education at (J.D., 2005); (B.A., 2001).
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Education

J.D.
Temple University Beasley School of Law
- 2005
B.A.
Kenyon College
- 2001

Bar Admissions

New York
Admitted: 1973
District of Columbia
Admitted: 2009

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