Atty. Darrell Austin Drinkwater

Atty. Darrell Austin Drinkwater

Darrell Austin Drinkwater is a lawyer practicing commercial, creditor's rights, collections and 1 other area of law. Darrell received a B.S. degree from Oregon State University in 1990, and has been licensed for 31 years.

Virginia Beach Virginia Beach 31 yrs experience 31 year
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About Darrell Austin Drinkwater at a glance

Darrell Austin Drinkwater is an Associate based in Virginia Beach, Virginia, practicing at M. Richard Epps, P.C.. They have 31+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1995. Their practice focuses on business, creditor rights, litigation, and civil rights. Admitted to practice in Virginia (1995) and U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Virginia and U.S. Court of Appeals, Fouth Circuit (1995). Educated at University of Virginia (J.D., 1995) and Oregon State University (B.S., 1990). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Virginia Beach Bar Association Virginia State Bar. Serands clients in Virginia Beach, VA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Darrell Austin Drinkwater is a lawyer practicing commercial, creditor's rights, collections and 1 other area of law
  • Darrell received a B.S. degree from Oregon State University in 1990, and has been licensed for 31 years
  • Darrell practices at M. Richard Epps, P.C. in Virginia Beach, VA

Practice Areas Explained

Darrell Austin Drinkwater's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Darrell Austin Drinkwater handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Business & Corporate Law

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

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Creditor Rights & Collections

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Civil Litigation

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Civil Rights

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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 Virginia Beach 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 Darrell Austin Drinkwater

Where is Darrell Austin Drinkwater's law office located?
Darrell Austin Drinkwater's law practice is located in Virginia Beach, Virginia. The firm is M. Richard Epps, P.C.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Darrell Austin Drinkwater handle?
Darrell Austin Drinkwater focuses on business, creditor rights, litigation, civil rights. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Virginia.
How long has Darrell Austin Drinkwater practiced law?
Darrell Austin Drinkwater has 31+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1995.
Where did Darrell Austin Drinkwater go to law school?
Darrell Austin Drinkwater earned their education at (J.D., 1995); (B.S., 1990).
How can I contact Darrell Austin Drinkwater for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Darrell Austin Drinkwater received?
Darrell Austin Drinkwater's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
University of Virginia
- 1995
B.S.
Oregon State University
- 1990

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Virginia
Admitted: 1995
U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Virginia and U.S. Court of Appeals, Fouth Circuit
Admitted: 1995

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