Atty. David Shawn Clements

Atty. David Shawn Clements

David Shawn Clements is a lawyer practicing criminal defense, family, litigation and 6 other areas of law. David received a B.S. degree from Longwood College in 1994, and has been licensed for 27 years.

Chesterfield Chesterfield 27 yrs experience 27 year
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Profile Summary

About David Shawn Clements at a glance

David Shawn Clements is a Member based in Chesterfield, Virginia, practicing at Gordon, Dodson, Gordon & Rowlett. They have 27+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1999. Their practice focuses on wills, personal injury, criminal defense, family law, and litigation. Admitted to practice in Virginia (1999). Educated at University or Richmond (J.D., 1999) and Longwood College (B.S., 1994). Serands clients in Chesterfield, VA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • David Shawn Clements is a lawyer practicing criminal defense, family, litigation and 6 other areas of law
  • David received a B.S. degree from Longwood College in 1994, and has been licensed for 27 years
  • David practices at Gordon, Dodson, Gordon & Rowlett in Chesterfield, VA

Practice Areas Explained

David Shawn Clements's Areas of Practice

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

Wills

David Shawn Clements is one of 34,541 wills attorneys indexed nationally. Browse wills attorneys in Virginia →

Personal Injury

Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.

David Shawn Clements is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Virginia →

Criminal Defense

A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.

David Shawn Clements is one of 214,270 criminal defense attorneys indexed nationally. Browse criminal defense attorneys in Virginia →

Family Law

Family law attorneys handle divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, prenups, and protective orders. Find verified family lawyers near you.

David Shawn Clements is one of 187,066 family law attorneys indexed nationally. Browse family law attorneys in Virginia →

Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

David Shawn Clements is one of 454,532 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation 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 Chesterfield 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 Shawn Clements

Where is David Shawn Clements's law office located?
David Shawn Clements's law practice is located in Chesterfield, Virginia. The firm is Gordon, Dodson, Gordon & Rowlett. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does David Shawn Clements handle?
David Shawn Clements focuses on wills, personal injury, criminal defense, family law, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Virginia.
How long has David Shawn Clements practiced law?
David Shawn Clements has 27+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1999.
Where did David Shawn Clements go to law school?
David Shawn Clements earned their education at (J.D., 1999); (B.S., 1994).
How can I contact David Shawn Clements for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
University or Richmond
- 1999
B.S.
Longwood College
- 1994

Bar Admissions

Virginia
Admitted: 1999

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