Atty. David Brian Kearney

Atty. David Brian Kearney

David Brian Kearney is a lawyer practicing environmental law, administrative law, public utility law. David received a B.S. degree from Purdue University in 1976, and has been licensed for 44 years.

Richmond Richmond 44 yrs experience 44 year
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Profile Summary

About David Brian Kearney at a glance

David Brian Kearney is an Asst. City Atty. based in Richmond, Virginia. They have 44+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1982. Their practice focuses on environmental, government, and energy. Admitted to practice in Virginia (1982). Educated at University of Virginia (J.D., 1982) and Purdue University (B.S., 1976). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Serands clients in Richmond, VA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • David Brian Kearney is a lawyer practicing environmental law, administrative law, public utility law
  • David received a B.S. degree from Purdue University in 1976, and has been licensed for 44 years
  • David practices in Richmond, VA

Practice Areas Explained

David Brian Kearney's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases David Brian Kearney handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Environmental Law

Environmental attorneys for regulatory compliance, contamination, land use, and natural resource law.

David Brian Kearney is one of 56,434 environmental attorneys indexed nationally. Browse environmental attorneys in Virginia →

Government & Administrative Law

Attorneys for administrative law, agency hearings, government contracts, licensing, and public benefits.

David Brian Kearney is one of 132,225 government attorneys indexed nationally. Browse government attorneys in Virginia →

Energy & Utilities Law

Energy attorneys for oil & gas, renewables, utility regulation, and energy sector transactions.

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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 Richmond 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 David Brian Kearney

Where is David Brian Kearney's law office located?
David Brian Kearney's law practice is located in Richmond, Virginia. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does David Brian Kearney handle?
David Brian Kearney focuses on environmental, government, energy. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Virginia.
How long has David Brian Kearney practiced law?
David Brian Kearney has 44+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1982.
Where did David Brian Kearney go to law school?
David Brian Kearney earned their education at (J.D., 1982); (B.S., 1976).
How can I contact David Brian Kearney for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has David Brian Kearney received?
David Brian Kearney's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
University of Virginia
- 1982
B.S.
Purdue University
- 1976

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Virginia
Admitted: 1982

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