Atty. Daniel K. Read

Atty. Daniel K. Read

Daniel K. Read is a lawyer practicing civil appeals, criminal appeals, trials and 7 other areas of law.

Abingdon Abingdon 59 yrs experience 59 year
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Profile Summary

About Daniel K. Read at a glance

Daniel K. Read is a Retired Partner based in Abingdon, Virginia. They have 59+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1967. Their practice focuses on criminal defense, business, real estate, product liability, and insurance. Admitted to practice in Virginia (1967), New Jersey U.S. District Court, District of New Jersey, U.S. District Court, District of Columbia Ci (1968), U.S. District Court, Southern District of New York (1973), and U.S. District Court, Eastern District of New York (1973). Educated at University of Virginia (LL.B., 1967) and Williams College (B.A. Massachusetts, 1956). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Washington County Bar Association Virginia State Bar. Serands clients in Abingdon, VA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Daniel K. Read is a lawyer practicing civil appeals, criminal appeals, trials and 7 other areas of law
  • Daniel K. received a B.A. degree from Williams College in 1956, and has been licensed for 59 years
  • Daniel K. practices in Abingdon, VA

Practice Areas Explained

Daniel K. Read's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Daniel K. Read handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Criminal Defense

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Business & Corporate Law

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Real Estate Law

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Product Liability

Daniel K. Read is one of 66,193 product liability attorneys indexed nationally. Browse product liability attorneys in Virginia →

Insurance Law

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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 Abingdon 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 Daniel K. Read

Where is Daniel K. Read's law office located?
Daniel K. Read's law practice is located in Abingdon, Virginia. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Daniel K. Read handle?
Daniel K. Read focuses on criminal defense, business, real estate, product liability, insurance. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Virginia.
How long has Daniel K. Read practiced law?
Daniel K. Read has 59+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1967.
Where did Daniel K. Read go to law school?
Daniel K. Read earned their education at (LL.B., 1967); (B.A. Massachusetts, 1956).
How can I contact Daniel K. Read for a consultation?
You can contact Daniel K. Read 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 Daniel K. Read received?
Daniel K. Read's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

LL.B.
University of Virginia
- 1967
B.A. Massachusetts
Williams College
- 1956

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Virginia
Admitted: 1967
New Jersey U.S. District Court, District of New Jersey, U.S. District Court, District of Columbia Ci
Admitted: 1968
U.S. District Court, Southern District of New York
Admitted: 1973
U.S. District Court, Eastern District of New York
Admitted: 1973
New York
Admitted: 1974
U.S. Court of Appeals, Second Circuit
Admitted: 1975
U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 1979
U.S. District Court, Western District of Virginia
Admitted: 1980
U.S. Court of Appeals, Fourth Circuit (inactive)
Admitted: 1989

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