Atty. William James Cople III

Atty. William James Cople III

William James Cople III is a lawyer practicing federal criminal law, government, contracts and 2 other areas of law. William has been licensed for 45 years.

Washington Washington 45 yrs experience 45 year
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About William James Cople III at a glance

William James Cople III is a contracts, criminal defense, federal crimes, white collar, and product liability attorney based in Washington, District of Columbia. They have 45+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1981. Admitted to practice in New York (1981), District of Columbia (1984), and Virginia (1990). Educated at Georgetown University Law Center (LL.M, 1986). Serands clients in Washington, DC and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • William James Cople III is a lawyer practicing federal criminal law, government, contracts and 2 other areas of law
  • William has been licensed for 45 years
  • William practices in Washington, DC

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William James Cople III's Areas of Practice

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

Contracts

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Criminal Defense

A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.

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Federal Crimes

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White Collar Crimes

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Product Liability

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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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Where is William James Cople III's law office located?
William James Cople III'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 James Cople III handle?
William James Cople III focuses on contracts, criminal defense, federal crimes, white collar, product liability. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in District of Columbia.
How long has William James Cople III practiced law?
William James Cople III has 45+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1981.
Where did William James Cople III go to law school?
William James Cople III earned their education at (LL.M, 1986).
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Education

LL.M
Georgetown University Law Center
- 1986

Bar Admissions

New York
Admitted: 1981
District of Columbia
Admitted: 1984
Virginia
Admitted: 1990

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