Atty. William Sylvanus Rhyne

Atty. William Sylvanus Rhyne

William Sylvanus Rhyne is a lawyer practicing federal law, civil rights litigation, federal regulation. William received a A.B. degree from Duke University in 1970, and has been licensed for 51 years.

McLean McLean 51 yrs experience 51 year
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About William Sylvanus Rhyne at a glance

William Sylvanus Rhyne is a Member based in McLean, Virginia, practicing at William S. Rhyne Attorney at Law. They have 51+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1975. Their practice focuses on civil rights. Admitted to practice in District of Columbia (1975), U.S. Supreme Court (1978), and Virginia (1992). Educated at George Washington University (J.D., 1974) and Duke University (A.B., 1970). Active member of The District of Columbia Bar. Serands clients in McLean, VA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • William Sylvanus Rhyne is a lawyer practicing federal law, civil rights litigation, federal regulation
  • William received a A.B. degree from Duke University in 1970, and has been licensed for 51 years
  • William practices at William S. Rhyne Attorney at Law in McLean, VA

Practice Areas Explained

William Sylvanus Rhyne's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases William Sylvanus Rhyne 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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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Virginia

Practicing law in Virginia. Legal matters in Virginia are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in McLean are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Virginia state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Virginia 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 Virginia courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Where is William Sylvanus Rhyne's law office located?
William Sylvanus Rhyne's law practice is located in McLean, Virginia. The firm is William S. Rhyne Attorney at Law. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does William Sylvanus Rhyne handle?
William Sylvanus Rhyne focuses on civil rights. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Virginia.
How long has William Sylvanus Rhyne practiced law?
William Sylvanus Rhyne has 51+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1975.
Where did William Sylvanus Rhyne go to law school?
William Sylvanus Rhyne earned their education at (J.D., 1974); (A.B., 1970).
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Education

J.D.
George Washington University
- 1974
A.B.
Duke University
- 1970

Bar Admissions

District of Columbia
Admitted: 1975
U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 1978
Virginia
Admitted: 1992

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