Atty. Deborah Culpepper Waters

Atty. Deborah Culpepper Waters

Deborah Culpepper Waters is a lawyer practicing maritime personal injury, seamens claims, union labor law. Deborah received a B.A. degree from Old Dominion University in 1985, and has been licensed for 38 years.

Norfolk Norfolk 38 yrs experience 38 year
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About Deborah Culpepper Waters at a glance

Deborah Culpepper Waters is a Managing Partner based in Norfolk, Virginia, practicing at The Waters Law Firm. They have 38+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1988. Their practice focuses on personal injury, employment, and maritime. Admitted to practice in Virginia (1988), U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Virginia (1988), and Supreme Court of the United States (2013). Educated at College of William & Mary (J.D. Jessup, 1988) and Old Dominion University (B.A. Political, 1985). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Virginia State Bar The Association of Trial Lawyers of America Virginia Trial Lawyers Association Virginia Women Attorneys Association. Serands clients in Norfolk, VA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Deborah Culpepper Waters is a lawyer practicing maritime personal injury, seamens claims, union labor law
  • Deborah received a B.A. degree from Old Dominion University in 1985, and has been licensed for 38 years
  • Deborah practices at The Waters Law Firm in Norfolk, VA

Practice Areas Explained

Deborah Culpepper Waters's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Deborah Culpepper Waters handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

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.

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Employment Law

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

Deborah Culpepper Waters is one of 169,120 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in Virginia →

Maritime & Admiralty Law

Maritime attorneys for Jones Act claims, longshore injury, cruise ship cases, and offshore matters.

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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 Norfolk 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 Deborah Culpepper Waters

Where is Deborah Culpepper Waters's law office located?
Deborah Culpepper Waters's law practice is located in Norfolk, Virginia. The firm is The Waters Law Firm. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Deborah Culpepper Waters handle?
Deborah Culpepper Waters focuses on personal injury, employment, maritime. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Virginia.
How long has Deborah Culpepper Waters practiced law?
Deborah Culpepper Waters has 38+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1988.
Where did Deborah Culpepper Waters go to law school?
Deborah Culpepper Waters earned their education at (J.D. Jessup, 1988); (B.A. Political, 1985).
How can I contact Deborah Culpepper Waters for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Deborah Culpepper Waters received?
Deborah Culpepper Waters's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D. Jessup
College of William & Mary
- 1988
B.A. Political
Old Dominion University
- 1985

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Virginia
Admitted: 1988
U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Virginia
Admitted: 1988
Supreme Court of the United States
Admitted: 2013

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