Atty. Donald E. Showalter
Donald E. Showalter is a lawyer practicing alternative dispute resolution, appellate practice, commercial, corporate, & business law and 5 other areas of law.
Alternative Dispute Resolution & More Attorney · Serving Harrisonburg, VA · 61+ Years Experience
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About Donald E. Showalter at a Glance
Donald E. Showalter is an Of Counsel based in Harrisonburg, Virginia. They have 61+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1965. Their practice focuses on wills, trusts, estate planning, business, and real estate. Admitted to practice in Virginia (1965), U.S. Court of Appeals, Fourth Circuit (1965), and U.S. Supreme Court (1971). Educated at University of Virginia (J.D., 1965) and Eastern Mennonite University (B.A., 1962). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Harrisonburg-Rockingham County Bar Association ( Past President) Virginia Bar Association (Council Member, Business Law Section) Virginia State Bar (Member, Board of Governors, Business Law Section) Virginia Law Foundation. Serves clients in Harrisonburg, VA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Donald E. Showalter
- Donald E. Showalter is a lawyer practicing alternative dispute resolution, appellate practice, commercial, corporate, & business law and 5 other areas of law
- Donald E. received a B.A. degree from Eastern Mennonite University in 1962, and has been licensed for 61 years
- Donald E. practices in Harrisonburg, VA
Practice Areas Explained
Donald E. Showalter's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Donald E. Showalter handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Harrisonburg.
Wills in Harrisonburg
Donald E. Showalter is one of 34,363 wills attorneys indexed nationally. Browse wills attorneys in Virginia →
Trusts in Harrisonburg
Donald E. Showalter is one of 103,428 trusts attorneys indexed nationally. Browse trusts attorneys in Virginia →
Estate Planning & Probate in Harrisonburg
An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.
Donald E. Showalter is one of 224,789 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in Virginia →
Business & Corporate Law in Harrisonburg
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
Donald E. Showalter is one of 497,491 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Virginia →
Real Estate Law in Harrisonburg
Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.
Donald E. Showalter is one of 313,729 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in Virginia →
Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Harrisonburg
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 Harrisonburg 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.
Harrisonburg Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Harrisonburg-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 Harrisonburg Choose Donald E. Showalter
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 Donald E. Showalter's practice in the field of wills, trusts, estate planning, business, and real estate.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Donald E. Showalter brings 61+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in Virginia, U.S. Court of Appeals, Fourth Circuit, and U.S. Supreme Court, Donald E. Showalter can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering wills, trusts, and estate planning, Donald E. Showalter can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Harrisonburg
A Harrisonburg-based practice means Donald E. Showalter 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 Donald E. Showalter Handles in Harrisonburg
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