Atty. Christopher Michael Houst McCarthy

Atty. Christopher Michael Houst McCarthy

Christopher Michael Houst McCarthy is a lawyer practicing estate planning, elder law, long-term planning and 3 other areas of law. Christopher received a B.A. degree from Georgetown University in 1992, and has been licensed for 49 years.

Midlothian Midlothian 49 yrs experience 49 year
Call (804) 566-7950 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About Christopher Michael Houst McCarthy at a glance

Christopher Michael Houst McCarthy is a Partner based in Midlothian, Virginia, practicing at White & McCarthy, LLP. They have 49+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1977. Their practice focuses on estate planning, poa, elder law, and military. Admitted to practice in New York (1977) and Virginia U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Virginia U.S. Bankruptcy Court, Eastern and Wester (1999). Educated at University of Richmond, T.C. Williams School of Law (J.D., 1999) and Georgetown University (B.A., 1992). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Richmond, Virginia. Serands clients in Midlothian, VA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Christopher Michael Houst McCarthy is a lawyer practicing estate planning, elder law, long-term planning and 3 other areas of law
  • Christopher received a B.A. degree from Georgetown University in 1992, and has been licensed for 49 years
  • Christopher practices at White & McCarthy, LLP in Midlothian, VA

Practice Areas Explained

Christopher Michael Houst McCarthy's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Christopher Michael Houst McCarthy handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Estate Planning & Probate

An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.

Christopher Michael Houst McCarthy is one of 226,536 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in Virginia →

Power of Attorney

Christopher Michael Houst McCarthy is one of 33,188 poa attorneys indexed nationally. Browse poa attorneys in Virginia →

Elder Law

Elder law attorneys for Medicaid planning, long-term care, guardianship, conservatorship, and elder abuse.

Christopher Michael Houst McCarthy is one of 53,430 elder law attorneys indexed nationally. Browse elder law attorneys in Virginia →

Military Law

Military attorneys for court-martial, discharge upgrades, veterans benefits, and military family matters.

Christopher Michael Houst McCarthy is one of 8,613 military attorneys indexed nationally. Browse military attorneys in Virginia →

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 Midlothian 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.

Looking for additional Virginia attorneys? Browse all attorneys in Midlothian or all attorneys in Virginia.

Frequently Asked

Common questions about Christopher Michael Houst McCarthy

Where is Christopher Michael Houst McCarthy's law office located?
Christopher Michael Houst McCarthy's law practice is located in Midlothian, Virginia. The firm is White & McCarthy, LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Christopher Michael Houst McCarthy handle?
Christopher Michael Houst McCarthy focuses on estate planning, poa, elder law, military. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Virginia.
How long has Christopher Michael Houst McCarthy practiced law?
Christopher Michael Houst McCarthy has 49+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1977.
Where did Christopher Michael Houst McCarthy go to law school?
Christopher Michael Houst McCarthy earned their education at (J.D., 1999); (B.A., 1992).
How can I contact Christopher Michael Houst McCarthy for a consultation?
You can contact Christopher Michael Houst McCarthy directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has Christopher Michael Houst McCarthy received?
Christopher Michael Houst McCarthy's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of Richmond, T.C. Williams School of Law
- 1999
B.A.
Georgetown University
- 1992

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

New York
Admitted: 1977
Virginia U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Virginia U.S. Bankruptcy Court, Eastern and Wester
Admitted: 1999

Reviews

4.9
19 Review
5 0
4 0
3 0
2 0
1 0
These reviews belong to platform users; they do not constitute advertisement or promotion for the attorney. Opinions are published for informational purposes only.

No reviews yet.