Atty. Alan S. Shachter

Atty. Alan S. Shachter

Alan S. Shachter is a lawyer practicing admiralty & maritime, antitrust & trade law, bankruptcy & debt and 13 other areas of law.

Manassas Manassas 54 yrs experience 54 year
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Profile Summary

About Alan S. Shachter at a glance

Alan S. Shachter is a Member based in Manassas, Virginia, practicing at Alan S. Shachter. They have 54+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1972. Their practice focuses on wills, formation, dui/dwi, car accidents, and contracts. Admitted to practice in Virginia (1972), U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Virginia (1975), and U.S. Court of Appeals, Fourth Circuit (1988). Educated at George Washington University (J.D., 1972) and Temple University, Pennsylvania (M.A. University, 1964). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Committee Chairperson) Virginia State Bar The Association of Trial Lawyers of America Virginia Trial Lawyers (Commissioner in Chancery, Prince William County Bar Association. Serands clients in Manassas, VA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Alan S. Shachter is a lawyer practicing admiralty & maritime, antitrust & trade law, bankruptcy & debt and 13 other areas of law
  • Alan received a M.A. degree from Temple University, Pennsylvania in 1964, and has been licensed for 54 years
  • Alan practices at Alan S. Shachter in Manassas, VA

Practice Areas Explained

Alan S. Shachter's Areas of Practice

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

Wills

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Business Formation

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DUI / DWI Defense

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Car Accidents

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Contracts

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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 Manassas 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 Alan S. Shachter

Where is Alan S. Shachter's law office located?
Alan S. Shachter's law practice is located in Manassas, Virginia. The firm is Alan S. Shachter. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Alan S. Shachter handle?
Alan S. Shachter focuses on wills, formation, dui/dwi, car accidents, contracts. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Virginia.
How long has Alan S. Shachter practiced law?
Alan S. Shachter has 54+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1972.
Where did Alan S. Shachter go to law school?
Alan S. Shachter earned their education at (J.D., 1972); (M.A. University, 1964).
How can I contact Alan S. Shachter for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Alan S. Shachter received?
Alan S. Shachter's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
George Washington University
- 1972
M.A. University
Temple University, Pennsylvania
- 1964

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Virginia
Admitted: 1972
U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Virginia
Admitted: 1975
U.S. Court of Appeals, Fourth Circuit
Admitted: 1988

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