Atty. Clay James Summers

Atty. Clay James Summers

Clay James Summers is a lawyer practicing civil law, real estate, domestic relations and 2 other areas of law. Clay James received a B.A. degree from University of Virginia in 1971, and has been licensed for 50 years.

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About Clay James Summers at a glance

Clay James Summers is a personal injury, family law, real estate, juvenile, and litigation attorney based in Charlottesville, Virginia. They have 50+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1976. Admitted to practice in Louisiana (1976) and Virginia (1976). Educated at Tulane University (J.D., 1976) and University of Virginia (B.A., 1971). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Charlottesville, Albemarle County, Virginia, Louisiana State and American Bar Associations Virginia State Bar. Serands clients in Charlottesville, VA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Clay James Summers is a lawyer practicing civil law, real estate, domestic relations and 2 other areas of law
  • Clay James received a B.A. degree from University of Virginia in 1971, and has been licensed for 50 years
  • Clay James practices in Charlottesville, VA

Practice Areas Explained

Clay James Summers's Areas of Practice

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

Personal Injury

Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.

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Family Law

Family law attorneys handle divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, prenups, and protective orders. Find verified family lawyers near you.

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Real Estate Law

Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.

Clay James Summers is one of 316,149 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in Virginia →

Juvenile Law

Clay James Summers is one of 30,631 juvenile attorneys indexed nationally. Browse juvenile attorneys in Virginia →

Civil Litigation

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

Clay James Summers is one of 454,532 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation 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 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 Clay James Summers

Where is Clay James Summers's law office located?
Clay James Summers's law practice is located in Charlottesville, Virginia. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Clay James Summers handle?
Clay James Summers focuses on personal injury, family law, real estate, juvenile, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Virginia.
How long has Clay James Summers practiced law?
Clay James Summers has 50+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1976.
Where did Clay James Summers go to law school?
Clay James Summers earned their education at (J.D., 1976); (B.A., 1971).
How can I contact Clay James Summers for a consultation?
You can contact Clay James Summers 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 Clay James Summers received?
Clay James Summers's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
Tulane University
- 1976
B.A.
University of Virginia
- 1971

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Louisiana
Admitted: 1976
Virginia
Admitted: 1976

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