Atty. Christopher O. Smythe

Atty. Christopher O. Smythe

Christopher O. Smythe is a lawyer practicing litigation, business torts, labor and employment.

Charlottesville Charlottesville 33 yrs experience 33 year
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About Christopher O. Smythe at a glance

Christopher O. Smythe is a employment, business, and litigation attorney based in Charlottesville, Virginia. They have 33+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1993. Admitted to practice in North Carolina (Inactive) (1993). Educated at University of Virginia (J.D., 1993) and Washington and Lee University (B.A., 1990). Serands clients in Charlottesville, VA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Christopher O. Smythe is a lawyer practicing litigation, business torts, labor and employment
  • Christopher received a B.A. degree from Washington and Lee University in 1990, and has been licensed for 33 years
  • Christopher practices in Charlottesville, VA

Practice Areas Explained

Christopher O. Smythe's Areas of Practice

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

Employment Law

Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.

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Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

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Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

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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 Charlottesville 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 Christopher O. Smythe

Where is Christopher O. Smythe's law office located?
Christopher O. Smythe's law practice is located in Charlottesville, Virginia. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Christopher O. Smythe handle?
Christopher O. Smythe focuses on employment, business, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Virginia.
How long has Christopher O. Smythe practiced law?
Christopher O. Smythe has 33+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1993.
Where did Christopher O. Smythe go to law school?
Christopher O. Smythe earned their education at (J.D., 1993); (B.A., 1990).
How can I contact Christopher O. Smythe for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
University of Virginia
- 1993
B.A.
Washington and Lee University
- 1990

Bar Admissions

North Carolina (Inactive)
Admitted: 1993

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