Atty. Eric Ray Finley
Eric Ray Finley is a lawyer practicing personal injury, wrongful death, criminal defense and 3 other areas of law. Eric Ray received a B.A. degree from Rhodes College in 1990, and has been licensed for 33 years.
Criminal Defense & More Attorney · Serving Norfolk, VA · 33+ Years Experience
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About Eric Ray Finley at a Glance
Eric Ray Finley is an Associate based in Norfolk, Virginia, practicing at Rutter Mills, LLP. They have 33+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1993. Their practice focuses on dui/dwi, wrongful death, personal injury, criminal defense, and traffic. Admitted to practice in Virginia U.S. District Court, Western District of Virginia U.S. Bankruptcy Court (1993). Educated at College of William & Mary, Marshall-Wythe School of Law (J.D., 1993) and Rhodes College (B.A., 1990). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Virginia State Bar American Bar Association The Association of Trial Lawyers of America Virginia Trial Lawyers Association. Serves clients in Norfolk, VA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Eric Ray Finley
- Eric Ray Finley is a lawyer practicing personal injury, wrongful death, criminal defense and 3 other areas of law
- Eric Ray received a B.A. degree from Rhodes College in 1990, and has been licensed for 33 years
- Eric Ray practices at Rutter Mills, LLP in Norfolk, VA
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Eric Ray Finley's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Eric Ray Finley handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Norfolk.
DUI / DWI Defense in Norfolk
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Wrongful Death in Norfolk
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Personal Injury in Norfolk
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.
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Criminal Defense in Norfolk
A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.
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Traffic Violations in Norfolk
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Norfolk
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 Norfolk 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.
Norfolk Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Norfolk-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 Norfolk Choose Eric Ray Finley
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 Ray Finley's practice in the field of dui/dwi, wrongful death, personal injury, criminal defense, and traffic.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Eric Ray Finley brings 33+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering dui/dwi, wrongful death, and personal injury, Eric Ray Finley can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Norfolk
A Norfolk-based practice means Eric Ray Finley attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
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Common Legal Issues Eric Ray Finley Handles in Norfolk
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