Atty. Edward Leslie Cox

Atty. Edward Leslie Cox

Edward Leslie Cox is a lawyer practicing litigation, personal injury, wrongful death and 3 other areas of law. Edward received a B.S. degree from Purdue University in 1957, and has been licensed for 63 years.

Virginia Beach Virginia Beach 63 yrs experience 63 year
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Profile Summary

About Edward Leslie Cox at a glance

Edward Leslie Cox is a Member based in Virginia Beach, Virginia, practicing at Cox and Cox. They have 63+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1963. Their practice focuses on medical malpractice, wrongful death, personal injury, employment, and litigation. Admitted to practice in Virginia (1963), U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Virginia (1963), U.S. Court of Appeals, Fourth Circuit (1964), and U.S. Supreme Court (1972). Educated at Duke University (J.D., 1963) and Purdue University (B.S., 1957). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Norfolk and Portsmouth, Virginia Beach, Virginia and American Bar Associations Virginia State Bar. Serands clients in Virginia Beach, VA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Edward Leslie Cox is a lawyer practicing litigation, personal injury, wrongful death and 3 other areas of law
  • Edward received a B.S. degree from Purdue University in 1957, and has been licensed for 63 years
  • Edward practices at Cox and Cox in Virginia Beach, VA

Practice Areas Explained

Edward Leslie Cox's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Edward Leslie Cox handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Medical Malpractice

Medical malpractice lawyers represent patients harmed by negligent doctors, hospitals, and other providers. Free case review, no fee unless you win.

Edward Leslie Cox is one of 49,086 medical malpractice attorneys indexed nationally. Browse medical malpractice attorneys in Virginia →

Wrongful Death

Edward Leslie Cox is one of 31,253 wrongful death attorneys indexed nationally. Browse wrongful death attorneys in Virginia →

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.

Edward Leslie Cox is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Virginia →

Employment Law

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

Edward Leslie Cox is one of 169,120 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in Virginia →

Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

Edward Leslie Cox is one of 454,532 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Virginia →

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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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Edward Leslie Cox

Where is Edward Leslie Cox's law office located?
Edward Leslie Cox's law practice is located in Virginia Beach, Virginia. The firm is Cox and Cox. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Edward Leslie Cox handle?
Edward Leslie Cox focuses on medical malpractice, wrongful death, personal injury, employment, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Virginia.
How long has Edward Leslie Cox practiced law?
Edward Leslie Cox has 63+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1963.
Where did Edward Leslie Cox go to law school?
Edward Leslie Cox earned their education at (J.D., 1963); (B.S., 1957).
How can I contact Edward Leslie Cox for a consultation?
You can contact Edward Leslie Cox 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 Edward Leslie Cox received?
Edward Leslie Cox's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
Duke University
- 1963
B.S.
Purdue University
- 1957

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Virginia
Admitted: 1963
U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Virginia
Admitted: 1963
U.S. Court of Appeals, Fourth Circuit
Admitted: 1964
U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 1972

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