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Atty. Douglas Downes Wilson

Atty. Douglas Downes Wilson

Douglas Downes Wilson is a lawyer practicing real estate, trusts and estates, corporate law. Douglas Downes received a A.B. degree from Grove City College in 1968, and has been licensed for 55 years.

Roanoke Roanoke 55 yrs experience 55 year
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Profile Summary

About Douglas Downes Wilson at a glance

Douglas Downes Wilson is a Member based in Roanoke, Virginia, practicing at Wilson Law Firm, PLC. They have 55+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1971. Their practice focuses on trusts, business, and real estate. Admitted to practice in Maryland (Inactive) (1971) and Virginia (1978). Educated at Washington College of Law, American University (J.D., 1971) and Grove City College (A.B. Political, 1968). Active member of Virginia State Bar (Real Estate Section) American Bar Association. Serands clients in Roanoke, VA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Douglas Downes Wilson is a lawyer practicing real estate, trusts and estates, corporate law
  • Douglas Downes received a A.B. degree from Grove City College in 1968, and has been licensed for 55 years
  • Douglas Downes practices at Wilson Law Firm, PLC in Roanoke, VA

Practice Areas Explained

Douglas Downes Wilson's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Douglas Downes Wilson handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Trusts

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Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

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Real Estate Law

Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant 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 Roanoke 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 Douglas Downes Wilson

Where is Douglas Downes Wilson's law office located?
Douglas Downes Wilson's law practice is located in Roanoke, Virginia. The firm is Wilson Law Firm, PLC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Douglas Downes Wilson handle?
Douglas Downes Wilson focuses on trusts, business, real estate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Virginia.
How long has Douglas Downes Wilson practiced law?
Douglas Downes Wilson has 55+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1971.
Where did Douglas Downes Wilson go to law school?
Douglas Downes Wilson earned their education at (J.D., 1971); (A.B. Political, 1968).
How can I contact Douglas Downes Wilson for a consultation?
You can contact Douglas Downes Wilson 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.

Education

J.D.
Washington College of Law, American University
- 1971
A.B. Political
Grove City College
- 1968

Bar Admissions

Maryland (Inactive)
Admitted: 1971
Virginia
Admitted: 1978

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