Atty. David Whaley

Atty. David Whaley

David Whaley is an attorney based in Richmond, Virginia. Here are some key details about his background, practice areas, honors and awards, representative cases, and professional associations: Background: Native of West Virginia.

Richmond Richmond 47 yrs experience 47 year
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Profile Summary

About David Whaley at a glance

David Whaley is an Attorney based in Richmond, Virginia, practforg at Whaley Paules, LLC. They haand 47+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1979. Admitted to practice in Virginia (1979), U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Virginia (1979), and U.S. District Court, Western District of Virginia (1990). Educated at University of Richmond, The T.C. Williams School of Law (J.D., 1979) and University of Richmond (B.A., 1977). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Richmond, VA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • David Whaley is an attorney based in Richmond, Virginia
  • Here are some key details about his background, practice areas, honors and awards, representative cases, and professional associations: Background: Native of West Virginia
  • Earned his law degree from the University of Richmond
  • Founded the law firm of David Whaley LLC in Richmond in 1979, which is now known as Whaley Paules, LLC

Practice Areas

Focuses his practice in the areas of criminal defense and personal injury

Honors & Awards

  • Named to Super Lawyers in multiple years from 2009 to 2023
  • Ranked Tier 1 Criminal Defense: General Practice in U.S
  • News - Best Lawyers® in 2021
  • Named Lawyer of the Year, Criminal Defense: General Practice, by Best Lawyers® in 2021
  • Recognized in The Best Lawyers in America for work in Criminal Defense: General Practice
  • Holds the AV® Preeminent™ Martindale-Hubbell Peer Review Rating

Representative Cases

  • United States vs
  • Fulcher, 250 F. 3rd 244, United States Court of Appeals, 4th Circuit
  • United States vs
  • Fulcher, 188 F. Supp. 2nd 627, United States District Court, Western District of Virginia
  • Colonial First Properties vs
  • Henrico County VA, 166 F. Supp. 2nd 1071, United States District Court, Eastern District of Virginia
  • Commonwealth v
  • Taylor, 256 Va. 514, and many others

Professional Associations

  • Richmond Bar Association
  • Virginia Bar Association
  • Virginia State Bar

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Virginia

Practforg law in Virginia. Legal matters in Virginia are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantiand 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 substantiand 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 Whaley

Where is David Whaley's law office located?
David Whaley's law practice is located in Richmond, Virginia. The firm is Whaley Paules, LLC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
How long has David Whaley practiced law?
David Whaley has 47+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1979.
Where did David Whaley go to law school?
David Whaley earned their education at (J.D., 1979); (B.A., 1977).
How can I contact David Whaley for a consultation?
You can contact David Whaley directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has David Whaley receiandd?
David Whaley's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of Richmond, The T.C. Williams School of Law
- 1979
B.A.
University of Richmond
- 1977

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Virginia
Admitted: 1979
U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Virginia
Admitted: 1979
U.S. District Court, Western District of Virginia
Admitted: 1990

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