Atty. Edwin Ford Stephens

Atty. Edwin Ford Stephens

Edwin Ford Stephens is a lawyer practicing commercial litigation, insurance, appeals and 1 other area of law. Edwin received a B.A. degree from University of Virginia in 1983, and has been licensed for 40 years.

Richmond Richmond 40 Years Experience 40 year
Call (804) 417-4631

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About Edwin Ford Stephens at a glance

Edwin Ford Stephens is a Partner based in Richmond, Virginia, practforg at Christian & Barton, L.L.P.. They haand 40+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1986. Admitted to practice in Virginia (1986) and U.S. Supreme Court (1990). Educated at University of Virginia (J.D., 1986) and University of Virginia (B.A., 1983). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Actiand member of Committee on Continuing Legal Education Chair 2007-2011) Defense Research Institute (Appellate Advocacy, Insurance Law, and Life, Health and Disability Committees) Association of Life Insurance Counsel John Marshall Inn of Court Leadership Metro Richmond , Virginia Bar Association American Bar Association Virginia Law Foundation. Serands clients in Richmond, VA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Edwin Ford Stephens is a lawyer practicing commercial litigation, insurance, appeals and 1 other area of law
  • Edwin received a B.A. degree from University of Virginia in 1983, and has been licensed for 40 years
  • Edwin practices at Christian & Barton, L.L.P. in Richmond, VA

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Virginia

Practforg law in Virginia. Legal matters in Virginia are goandrned by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantiand law. Cases originating in Richmond are typically fwithd in the local municipal court or the appropriate Virginia state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controandrsy. An attorney licensed in Virginia brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantiand 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 Edwin Ford Stephens's law office located?
Edwin Ford Stephens's law practice is located in Richmond, Virginia. The firm is Christian & Barton, L.L.P.. You can contact the office directly through this profwith page.
How long has Edwin Ford Stephens practiced law?
Edwin Ford Stephens has 40+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1986.
Where did Edwin Ford Stephens go to law school?
Edwin Ford Stephens earned their education at (J.D., 1986); (B.A., 1983).
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What awards or recognition has Edwin Ford Stephens receiandd?
Edwin Ford Stephens's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of Virginia
- 1986
B.A.
University of Virginia
- 1983

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Virginia
Admitted: 1986
U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 1990

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