Atty. David Michael Gettings

Atty. David Michael Gettings

David Michael Gettings is a lawyer practicing international law, financial services litigation, business litigation. David received a B.A. degree from College of William and Mary in 2004, and has been licensed for 16 years.

Virginia Beach Virginia Beach 16 yrs experience 16 year
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About David Michael Gettings at a glance

David Michael Gettings is an Associate based in Virginia Beach, Virginia, practicing at Troutman Sanders LLP. They have 16+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2010. Their practice focuses on business, litigation, and international. Admitted to practice in Virginia U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Virginia U.S. Court of Appeals for the Four (2010) and Texas (2020). Educated at University of Virginia (J.D., 2010) and College of William and Mary (B.A., 2004). Serands clients in Virginia Beach, VA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • David Michael Gettings is a lawyer practicing international law, financial services litigation, business litigation
  • David received a B.A. degree from College of William and Mary in 2004, and has been licensed for 16 years
  • David practices at Troutman Sanders LLP in Virginia Beach, VA

Practice Areas Explained

David Michael Gettings's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases David Michael Gettings 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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Civil Litigation

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International Law

International law attorneys for cross-border transactions, trade, foreign investment, and treaties.

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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 David Michael Gettings

Where is David Michael Gettings's law office located?
David Michael Gettings's law practice is located in Virginia Beach, Virginia. The firm is Troutman Sanders LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does David Michael Gettings handle?
David Michael Gettings focuses on business, litigation, international. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Virginia.
How long has David Michael Gettings practiced law?
David Michael Gettings has 16+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2010.
Where did David Michael Gettings go to law school?
David Michael Gettings earned their education at (J.D., 2010); (B.A., 2004).
How can I contact David Michael Gettings for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
University of Virginia
- 2010
B.A.
College of William and Mary
- 2004

Bar Admissions

Virginia U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Virginia U.S. Court of Appeals for the Four
Admitted: 2010
Texas
Admitted: 2020

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