Myles Getlan, International Attorney in Washington, District of Columbia
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Myles Getlan is an attorney based in Washington, DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA. The practice focuses on International.
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- Washington, DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA
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- Handles International matters from Washington, DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA.
- Recognized with Best Lawyers in America — International Trade and Finance Law (2026).
About Myles Getlan: Myles Getlan is an attorney based in Washington, DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA. The practice focuses on International.
Areas of practice
Practice areas handled by Myles Getlan
Myles concentrates on international. Each area below outlines the kind of case Myles handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
International cases in Washington, District of Columbia
Myles takes international matters in Washington, District of Columbia. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Myles agrees to represent you.
Biography
About Myles Getlan — Attorney of District of Columbia international experience
Myles Getlan is an attorney based in Washington, DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA. The practice focuses on International.
Myles Getlan’s practice focuses on international trade and investment disputes and import/export compliance and enforcement matters. Mr. Getlan has significant experience litigating antidumping, countervailing duty, and safeguard disputes before US and foreign administrative agencies, US courts, and dispute settlement panels convened under the World Trade Organization (WTO) and other trade agreements. In both trade regulation and litigation, Mr. Getlan has represented foreign governments, trade associations, and multinational corporations in a variety of industries, including agriculture, consumer products, metals, energy, chemicals, pharmaceuticals, electronics, and wood products.
Mr. Getlan also advises clients in customs, export controls and economic sanctions matters. Mr. Getlan assists clients with the development and implementation of compliance programs, import and export audits, disclosures, and government investigations.
Mr. Getlan has been named to the U.S. roster of panelists for U.S.-Mexico-Canada (USMCA) disputes and serves as an adjunct professor at the University of Pittsburgh School of Law teaching International Trade Law & Regulation.
Before entering private practice, Mr. Getlan was an attorney in the Office of the Chief Counsel for Import Administration at the US Department of Commerce where he defended the agency’s determinations in unfair trade investigations before U.S. courts and WTO and NAFTA dispute panels, and directed the implementation of WTO decisions in the United States. Mr. Getlan also has experience working at the Office of the US Trade Representative and the Trade Subcommittee of the Ways and Means Committee, US House of Representatives.
Honors
- Chambers & Partners — 2017-present: noted for “strong advocacy skills,” “strong thinker and writer”
- Who’s Who Legal: Trade & Customs — 2014-present: listed among the “world’s leading trade lawyers”
Working with Myles on a international matter
Myles Getlan’s practice focuses on international trade and investment disputes and import/export compliance and enforcement matters. Mr. Getlan has significant experience litigating antidumping, countervailing duty, and safeguard disputes before US and foreign administrative agencies, US courts, and dispute settlement panels convened under the World Trade Organization (WTO) and other trade…
Who Myles represents
Myles reviews new inquiries case-by-case for international matters in Washington and the surrounding District of Columbia area.
Credentials
Myles Getlan's legal education and bar admissions
Georgetown University
J.D. · 1998
Myles studied at J.D. in Georgetown University.
Law school and academic background
Myles completed J.D. in Georgetown University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Myles runs in District of Columbia is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Awards, publications, and recognition of Myles Getlan
Myles has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
Best Lawyers in America — International Trade and Finance Law
2026
Legal awards and honors
Best Lawyers in America — International Trade and Finance Law (2026).
Locations
Myles Getlan's office in Washington
Myles's primary office is at 2112 Pennsylvania Avenue NW, Washington, District of Columbia, 20037. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
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How to hire Myles Getlan — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new international attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Myles usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Myles charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Myles's office.
What to bring to your first meeting
Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; Myles will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a international attorney in Washington, District of Columbia
A short list to run through before you commit: How many international matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?
Fees & payment
Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for Myles
Myles discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in international practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every international matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. Myles confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Myles's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many international practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Myles Getlan
How much does it cost to hire Myles for a international case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Myles walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Myles offer a free consultation?
Myles charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Myles's office. Some international attorneys offer free consults — check Myles's current terms during booking.
How long do international cases in District of Columbia typically take?
Simple international matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. Myles gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Myles take my case if I'm outside Washington?
Myles is licensed in District of Columbia. Matters governed by District of Columbia law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Myles will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.
What should I bring to my first meeting with Myles?
Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. Myles will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Myles accepting new international clients right now?
Myles's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
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