Atty. William R Hanlon

Atty. William R Hanlon

Mr. William R Hanlon is a lawyer practicing commercial, mass torts, business litigation and 2 other areas of law.

Washington Washington 45 yrs experience 45 year
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Profile Summary

About William R Hanlon at a glance

William R Hanlon is a Partner based in Washington, District of Columbia, practicing at Goodwin Procter LLP. They have 45+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1981. Their practice focuses on business, product liability, and litigation. Admitted to practice in District of Columbia (1981). Educated at University of Pennsylvania Law School (J.D., 1979) and College of William & Mary (B.A. University, 1975). Recognitions include Peer Reviewed. Serands clients in Washington, DC and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Mr. William R Hanlon is a lawyer practicing commercial, mass torts, business litigation and 2 other areas of law
  • William received a B.A. degree from College of William & Mary in 1975, and has been licensed for 45 years
  • William practices at Goodwin Procter LLP in Washington, DC

Practice Areas Explained

William R Hanlon's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases William R Hanlon 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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Product Liability

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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 R Hanlon

Where is William R Hanlon's law office located?
William R Hanlon's law practice is located in Washington, District of Columbia. The firm is Goodwin Procter LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does William R Hanlon handle?
William R Hanlon focuses on business, product liability, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in District of Columbia.
How long has William R Hanlon practiced law?
William R Hanlon has 45+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1981.
Where did William R Hanlon go to law school?
William R Hanlon earned their education at (J.D., 1979); (B.A. University, 1975).
How can I contact William R Hanlon for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has William R Hanlon received?
William R Hanlon's notable recognition includes: Peer Reviewed.

Education

J.D.
University of Pennsylvania Law School
- 1979
B.A. University
College of William & Mary
- 1975

Awards

Peer Reviewed

Bar Admissions

District of Columbia
Admitted: 1981

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