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C. Lacey Compton, Jr. is a Retired Partner based in Woodbridge, Virginia, practicing at Compton & Duling, L.C.. They have 61+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1965. Their practice focuses on zoning. Admitted to practice in Virginia (1965) and U.S. Supreme Court (1970). Educated at Marshall-Wythe School of Law, College of William & Mary (J.D., 1965) and College of William & Mary (B.A., 1962). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Prince William County (President, 1983) Virginia State Bar. Serands clients in Woodbridge, VA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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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 Woodbridge 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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