Atty. David Lance Ward
David Lance Ward is a lawyer practicing insurance, medical malpractice, bankruptcy, reorganization & creditors' rights and 1 other area of law. David received a B.A. degree from Virginia Commonwealth University in 1999, and has been licensed for 18 years.
Bankruptcy, Reorganization & Creditors' Rights & More Attorney · Serving Richmond, VA · 18+ Years Experience
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About David Lance Ward at a Glance
David Lance Ward is a medical malpractice, business, bankruptcy, litigation, and consumer attorney based in Richmond, Virginia. They have 18+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2008. Admitted to practice in Florida Virginia U.S. District Court for the Middle District of Florida (2008). Educated at Florida Coastal School of Law (J.D., 2008) and Virginia Commonwealth University (B.A. History, 1999). Serves clients in Richmond, VA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About David Lance Ward
- David Lance Ward is a lawyer practicing insurance, medical malpractice, bankruptcy, reorganization & creditors' rights and 1 other area of law
- David received a B.A. degree from Virginia Commonwealth University in 1999, and has been licensed for 18 years
- David practices in Richmond, VA
Practice Areas Explained
David Lance Ward's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases David Lance Ward handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Richmond.
Medical Malpractice in Richmond
Medical malpractice lawyers represent patients harmed by negligent doctors, hospitals, and other providers. Free case review, no fee unless you win.
David Lance Ward is one of 48,593 medical malpractice attorneys indexed nationally. Browse medical malpractice attorneys in Virginia →
Business & Corporate Law in Richmond
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
David Lance Ward is one of 497,491 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Virginia →
Bankruptcy & Debt in Richmond
A bankruptcy attorney can help you eliminate debt, stop creditor harassment, and protect your home through Chapter 7 or Chapter 13.
David Lance Ward is one of 104,458 bankruptcy attorneys indexed nationally. Browse bankruptcy attorneys in Virginia →
Civil Litigation in Richmond
Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.
David Lance Ward is one of 450,750 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Virginia →
Consumer Protection in Richmond
Consumer protection attorneys for fraud, lemon law, debt harassment, and deceptive trade practices.
David Lance Ward is one of 50,226 consumer attorneys indexed nationally. Browse consumer attorneys in Virginia →
Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Richmond
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 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.
Richmond Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Richmond-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 Richmond Choose David Lance Ward
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 David Lance Ward's practice in the field of medical malpractice, business, bankruptcy, litigation, and consumer.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
David Lance Ward brings 18+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering medical malpractice, business, and bankruptcy, David Lance Ward can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Richmond
A Richmond-based practice means David Lance Ward attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
Case Types
Common Legal Issues David Lance Ward Handles in Richmond
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters David Lance Ward has experience with under Virginia law. If your situation involves one of these case categories, this attorney may be well positioned to help you understand your options.
This list is illustrative, not exhaustive. Contact David Lance Ward directly to discuss the specifics of your situation.
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