Atty. Eric James Berghold
Eric James Berghold is a lawyer practicing appeals, health care, commercial litigation and 3 other areas of law. Eric received a B.A. degree from University of Virginia in 1983, and has been licensed for 39 years.
Appeals & More Attorney · Serving Fairfax, VA · 39+ Years Experience
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About Eric James Berghold at a Glance
Eric James Berghold is a Retired Partner based in Fairfax, Virginia, practicing at McCandlish & Lillard, P.C.. They have 39+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1987. Their practice focuses on medical malpractice, personal injury, business, workers comp, and litigation. Admitted to practice in Virginia (1987), U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Virginia (1987), U.S. District Court, Western District of Virginia U.S. Court of Appeals, Fourth Circuit (1988), and District of Columbia (1998). Educated at Marshall-Wythe School of Law (J.D., 1987) and University of Virginia (B.A., 1983). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Fairfax Bar Association Virginia State Bar. Serves clients in Fairfax, VA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Eric James Berghold
- Eric James Berghold is a lawyer practicing appeals, health care, commercial litigation and 3 other areas of law
- Eric received a B.A. degree from University of Virginia in 1983, and has been licensed for 39 years
- Eric practices at McCandlish & Lillard, P.C. in Fairfax, VA
Practice Areas Explained
Eric James Berghold's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Eric James Berghold handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Fairfax.
Medical Malpractice in Fairfax
Medical malpractice lawyers represent patients harmed by negligent doctors, hospitals, and other providers. Free case review, no fee unless you win.
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Personal Injury in Fairfax
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.
Eric James Berghold is one of 262,557 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Virginia →
Business & Corporate Law in Fairfax
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
Eric James Berghold is one of 497,491 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Virginia →
Workers Compensation in Fairfax
Workers compensation lawyers help injured workers get medical care, lost wages, and disability benefits. Free consult, no fee unless you win.
Eric James Berghold is one of 54,932 workers comp attorneys indexed nationally. Browse workers comp attorneys in Virginia →
Civil Litigation in Fairfax
Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.
Eric James Berghold is one of 450,751 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Virginia →
Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Fairfax
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 Fairfax 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.
Fairfax Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Fairfax-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 Fairfax Choose Eric James Berghold
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 Eric James Berghold's practice in the field of medical malpractice, personal injury, business, workers comp, and litigation.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Eric James Berghold brings 39+ 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. District Court, Eastern District of Virginia, and U.S. District Court, Western District of Virginia U.S. Court of Appeals, Fourth Circuit, Eric James Berghold can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering medical malpractice, personal injury, and business, Eric James Berghold can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Fairfax
A Fairfax-based practice means Eric James Berghold 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 Eric James Berghold Handles in Fairfax
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters Eric James Berghold has experience with under Virginia law. If your situation involves one of these case categories, this attorney may be well positioned to help you understand your options.
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