Atty. William Joseph Byrnes

Atty. William Joseph Byrnes

William Joseph Byrnes is a lawyer practicing communications law, appellate practice, administrative law and 1 other area of law. William received a B.S. degree from Fordham University in 1961, and has been licensed for 61 years.

Washington Washington 61 yrs experience 61 year
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Profile Summary

About William Joseph Byrnes at a glance

William Joseph Byrnes is a civil rights, government, and appellate attorney based in Washington, District of Columbia. They have 61+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1965. Admitted to practice in New York (1965), District of Columbia (1970), and Virginia (1992). Educated at Yale University (LL.B., 1964) and Fordham University (B.S., 1961). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Washington, DC and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • William Joseph Byrnes is a lawyer practicing communications law, appellate practice, administrative law and 1 other area of law
  • William received a B.S. degree from Fordham University in 1961, and has been licensed for 61 years
  • William practices in Washington, DC

Practice Areas Explained

William Joseph Byrnes's Areas of Practice

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

Civil Rights

Civil rights attorneys for discrimination, police misconduct, constitutional rights, and civil liberties cases.

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Government & Administrative Law

Attorneys for administrative law, agency hearings, government contracts, licensing, and public benefits.

William Joseph Byrnes is one of 132,225 government attorneys indexed nationally. Browse government attorneys in District of Columbia →

Appellate Practice

Appellate attorneys for civil and criminal appeals at state and federal court.

William Joseph Byrnes is one of 86,319 appellate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse appellate attorneys in District of Columbia →

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 Joseph Byrnes

Where is William Joseph Byrnes's law office located?
William Joseph Byrnes'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 Joseph Byrnes handle?
William Joseph Byrnes focuses on civil rights, government, appellate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in District of Columbia.
How long has William Joseph Byrnes practiced law?
William Joseph Byrnes has 61+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1965.
Where did William Joseph Byrnes go to law school?
William Joseph Byrnes earned their education at (LL.B., 1964); (B.S., 1961).
How can I contact William Joseph Byrnes for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has William Joseph Byrnes received?
William Joseph Byrnes's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

LL.B.
Yale University
- 1964
B.S.
Fordham University
- 1961

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

New York
Admitted: 1965
District of Columbia
Admitted: 1970
Virginia
Admitted: 1992

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