Atty. D. Wayne Moore
D. Wayne Moore is a lawyer practicing estate planning, wills, trust law and 10 other areas of law.
Estate Planning & More Attorney · Serving Williamsburg, VA · 59+ Years Experience
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About D. Wayne Moore at a Glance
D. Wayne Moore is an Attorney based in Williamsburg, Virginia, practicing at Bray Moore Knicely PLLC. They have 59+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1967. Their practice focuses on residential, wills, formation, trusts, and contracts. Admitted to practice in Virginia (1967), U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Virginia (1969), and U.S. Court of Appeals, Fourth Circuit and U.S. Supreme Court (1977). Educated at University of Virginia School of Law (J.D., 1967) and University of Virginia (B.S., 1964). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Newport News Bar Association (Past President) York County Bar Association Virginia State Bar. Serves clients in Williamsburg, VA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About D. Wayne Moore
- D. Wayne Moore is a lawyer practicing estate planning, wills, trust law and 10 other areas of law
- D. Wayne received a B.S. degree from University of Virginia in 1964, and has been licensed for 59 years
- D. Wayne practices at Bray Moore Knicely PLLC in Williamsburg, VA
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D. Wayne Moore's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases D. Wayne Moore handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Williamsburg.
Residential Real Estate in Williamsburg
D. Wayne Moore is one of 9,272 residential attorneys indexed nationally. Browse residential attorneys in Virginia →
Wills in Williamsburg
D. Wayne Moore is one of 34,363 wills attorneys indexed nationally. Browse wills attorneys in Virginia →
Business Formation in Williamsburg
D. Wayne Moore is one of 35,326 formation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse formation attorneys in Virginia →
Trusts in Williamsburg
D. Wayne Moore is one of 103,428 trusts attorneys indexed nationally. Browse trusts attorneys in Virginia →
Contracts in Williamsburg
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Williamsburg
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 Williamsburg 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 venue, 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.
Williamsburg Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Williamsburg-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Williamsburg Choose D. Wayne Moore
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish D. Wayne Moore's practice in the field of residential, wills, formation, trusts, and contracts.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
D. Wayne Moore brings 59+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in Virginia, U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Virginia, and U.S. Court of Appeals, Fourth Circuit and U.S. Supreme Court, D. Wayne Moore can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering residential, wills, and formation, D. Wayne Moore can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Williamsburg
A Williamsburg-based practice means D. Wayne Moore attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
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