Areas of Practice
Civil LItigation
Civil litigation is a daunting challenge for any person. The monetary costs alone can be substantial. Mr. Gitlen will work with you cost-effectively protect your interests and your rights. As a Professorial Lecturer in Law at the George Washington University Law School, Mr. Gitlen is prepared to take your case to trial, unlike many other attorneys that look for a quick settlement and fear real litigation. Mr. Gitlen will analyze your case with you and give you real advice as to the merits of your case and what is the best path to success.
Trust and Estate Litigation
When a loved one dies, there may be disputes that arise between beneficiaries. Many times, beneficiaries may feel helpless to protect their interests. Mr. Gitlen can explain your options and help ensure that the wishes of your loved ones are protected.
Administrative Hearings
If you have a hearing before a governmental agency, expert advice is hard to come by. Mr. Gitlen can advise you and help you make the best case for your desired outcome before any administrative review board.
Criminal Defense
For individuals facing conviction, Mr. Gitlen will guide you through the criminal justice system. For over a decade, Mr. Gitlen has helped reform the criminal justice system in the United States, particularly at sentencing. See Mr. Gitlen’s academic publications on collateral consequences here. He is the author of Federal Criminal Procedure Litigation Manual (Juris 2020), available for purchase here.
Post COnviction Relief
For individuals who are currently incarcerated or are living with a criminal conviction, Mr. Gitlen is a noted expert in the area of post-conviction relief. While the director of the American Bar Association’s Clemency Representation Project, Mr. Gitlen achieved one of the highest rates of success, securing early release for eleven federal prisoners. Mr. Gitlen also understands the challenges returning citizens experience through social stigma and discrimination via collateral consequences.
Civil and Criminal Appeals
If you have lost your case, there may be grounds for appeal. Mr. Gitlen can review your case and evaluate whether grounds exists for appeal. Mr. Gitlen is admitted to practice before the United States Supreme Court, the United States Courts of Appeals for the Fifth, Sixth, and Ninth Circuits. You can hear Mr. Gitlen’s oral argument before the Fifth Circuit here.
Personal Injury
If you’ve sustained injuries as the result of medical or dental malpractice or in a car accident, you may be entitled to a monetary recovery. Mr. Gitlen will zealously represent you to help you maximize your recovery.
Security Clearance Revocations
The loss of a security clearance can mean the loss of your job and the end of your career. Despite the risk, many people choose to appear without the benefit of counsel. If you have an administrative hearing before the Department of Defense Appeal Board or the Personnel Security Adjudication Board, Mr. Gitlen can represent you and help you make the best case to keep your security clearance and your job.