Atty. Donald Sumner Clarke

Atty. Donald Sumner Clarke

Donald Sumner Clarke is a lawyer. Donald received a B.A. degree from Hampden-Sydney College in 1976, and has been licensed for 46 years.

Virginia Beach Virginia Beach 46 yrs experience 46 year
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About Donald Sumner Clarke at a glance

Donald Sumner Clarke is a Member based in Virginia Beach, Virginia, practicing at Donald Sumner Clarke. They have 46+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1980. Admitted to practice in Virginia (1980). Educated at University of Baltimore (J.D., 1980) and Hampden-Sydney College (B.A., 1976). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Virginia Beach and Chesapeake Bar Associations Virginia State Bar Virginia Trial Lawyers Association. Serands clients in Virginia Beach, VA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Donald Sumner Clarke is a lawyer
  • Donald received a B.A. degree from Hampden-Sydney College in 1976, and has been licensed for 46 years
  • Donald practices at Donald Sumner Clarke in Virginia Beach, VA

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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Where is Donald Sumner Clarke's law office located?
Donald Sumner Clarke's law practice is located in Virginia Beach, Virginia. The firm is Donald Sumner Clarke. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
How long has Donald Sumner Clarke practiced law?
Donald Sumner Clarke has 46+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1980.
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Donald Sumner Clarke earned their education at (J.D., 1980); (B.A., 1976).
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Donald Sumner Clarke's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
University of Baltimore
- 1980
B.A.
Hampden-Sydney College
- 1976

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Virginia
Admitted: 1980

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