Atty. David Christopher Burton

Atty. David Christopher Burton

David Christopher Burton is a lawyer practicing discrimination, labor & employment, appellate practice and 5 other areas of law. David received a B.A. degree from Elon College in 1988, and has been licensed for 35 years.

Virginia Beach Virginia Beach 35 yrs experience 35 year
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Profile Summary

About David Christopher Burton at a glance

David Christopher Burton is a Partner based in Virginia Beach, Virginia, practicing at Williams Mullen. They have 35+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1991. Their practice focuses on employment, whistleblower, civil rights, and appellate. Admitted to practice in Virginia (1991). Educated at University of Richmond School of Law (J.D., 1991) and Elon College (B.A., 1988). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Virginia Beach, VA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • David Christopher Burton is a lawyer practicing discrimination, labor & employment, appellate practice and 5 other areas of law
  • David received a B.A. degree from Elon College in 1988, and has been licensed for 35 years
  • David practices at Williams Mullen in Virginia Beach, VA and 1 other location

Practice Areas Explained

David Christopher Burton's Areas of Practice

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

Employment Law

Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.

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Whistleblower & Retaliation

David Christopher Burton is one of 3,552 whistleblower attorneys indexed nationally. Browse whistleblower attorneys in Virginia →

Civil Rights

Civil rights attorneys for discrimination, police misconduct, constitutional rights, and civil liberties cases.

David Christopher Burton is one of 70,245 civil rights attorneys indexed nationally. Browse civil rights attorneys in Virginia →

Appellate Practice

Appellate attorneys for civil and criminal appeals at state and federal court.

David Christopher Burton is one of 86,319 appellate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse appellate 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 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 David Christopher Burton

Where is David Christopher Burton's law office located?
David Christopher Burton's law practice is located in Virginia Beach, Virginia. The firm is Williams Mullen. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does David Christopher Burton handle?
David Christopher Burton focuses on employment, whistleblower, civil rights, appellate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Virginia.
How long has David Christopher Burton practiced law?
David Christopher Burton has 35+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1991.
Where did David Christopher Burton go to law school?
David Christopher Burton earned their education at (J.D., 1991); (B.A., 1988).
How can I contact David Christopher Burton for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has David Christopher Burton received?
David Christopher Burton's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of Richmond School of Law
- 1991
B.A.
Elon College
- 1988

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Virginia
Admitted: 1991

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