Atty. Afshin Farashahi

Atty. Afshin Farashahi

Hon. Afshin Farashahi is a lawyer practicing criminal defense, appeals, juvenile and 2 other areas of law.

Virginia Beach Virginia Beach 34 yrs experience 34 year
Call (757) 929-7077 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About Afshin Farashahi at a glance

Afshin Farashahi is a Member based in Virginia Beach, Virginia, practicing at Afshin Farashahi, P.C.. They have 34+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1992. Their practice focuses on criminal defense, juvenile, traffic, and appellate. Admitted to practice in Virginia U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Virginia U.S. Court of Appeals, Fourth Circuit (1992). Educated at University of Virginia School of Law (J.D., 1992) and James Madison University (B.S., 1989). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Virginia Beach Bar Association Virginia State Bar. Serands clients in Virginia Beach, VA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Hon. Afshin Farashahi is a lawyer practicing criminal defense, appeals, juvenile and 2 other areas of law
  • Afshin received a B.S. degree from James Madison University in 1989, and has been licensed for 34 years
  • Afshin practices at Afshin Farashahi, P.C. in Virginia Beach, VA

Practice Areas Explained

Afshin Farashahi's Areas of Practice

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

Criminal Defense

A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.

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Juvenile Law

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Traffic Violations

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Appellate Practice

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

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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 Virginia Beach 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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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Afshin Farashahi

Where is Afshin Farashahi's law office located?
Afshin Farashahi's law practice is located in Virginia Beach, Virginia. The firm is Afshin Farashahi, P.C.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Afshin Farashahi handle?
Afshin Farashahi focuses on criminal defense, juvenile, traffic, appellate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Virginia.
How long has Afshin Farashahi practiced law?
Afshin Farashahi has 34+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1992.
Where did Afshin Farashahi go to law school?
Afshin Farashahi earned their education at (J.D., 1992); (B.S., 1989).
How can I contact Afshin Farashahi for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Afshin Farashahi received?
Afshin Farashahi's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of Virginia School of Law
- 1992
B.S.
James Madison University
- 1989

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Virginia U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Virginia U.S. Court of Appeals, Fourth Circuit
Admitted: 1992

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