Atty. William J Farah
William J Farah is a lawyer practicing election campaigns & political law, ethics & professional responsibility, government, regulatory and criminal investigations and 1 other area of law. William received a B.M. degree from University of Rochester, Eastman School of Music in 1979, and has been licensed for 37 years.
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William J Farah is a Partner based in Washington, District of Columbia, practicing at McGuireWoods LLP. They have 37+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1989. Their practice focuses on criminal defense and government. Admitted to practice in District of Columbia (1989). Educated at American University Washington College of Law (J.D., 1989) and University of Rochester, Eastman School of Music (B.M., 1979). Active member of The District of Columbia Bar. Serands clients in Washington, DC and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- William J Farah is a lawyer practicing election campaigns & political law, ethics & professional responsibility, government, regulatory and criminal investigations and 1 other area of law
- William received a B.M. degree from University of Rochester, Eastman School of Music in 1979, and has been licensed for 37 years
- William practices at McGuireWoods LLP in Washington, DC
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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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