Atty. Ernest Wayne Powell
Ernest Wayne Powell is a lawyer practicing commercial, criminal defense, trial practice and 5 other areas of law. Ernest received a B.A. degree from University of Richmond in 1972, and has been licensed for 46 years.
Commercial & More Attorney · Serving Richmond, VA · 46+ Years Experience
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About Ernest Wayne Powell at a Glance
Ernest Wayne Powell is a Member based in Richmond, Virginia, practicing at Powell & Parrish, PC. They have 46+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1980. Their practice focuses on personal injury, criminal defense, immigration, business, and workers comp. Admitted to practice in Virginia (1980), U.S. District Court, Eastern and Western Districts of Virginia (1980), U.S. Supreme Court (1993), and District of Columbia (1998). Educated at University of Richmond (J.D., 1980) and University of Richmond (B.A., 1972). Recognitions include Peer Reviewed. Active member of Richmond City, Henrico County and American Bar Associations Virginia State Bar. Serves clients in Richmond, VA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Ernest Wayne Powell
- Ernest Wayne Powell is a lawyer practicing commercial, criminal defense, trial practice and 5 other areas of law
- Ernest received a B.A. degree from University of Richmond in 1972, and has been licensed for 46 years
- Ernest practices at Powell & Parrish, PC in Richmond, VA
Practice Areas Explained
Ernest Wayne Powell's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Ernest Wayne Powell handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Richmond.
Personal Injury in Richmond
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 Richmond
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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Immigration Law in Richmond
Immigration attorneys help with green cards, visas, citizenship, asylum, and deportation defense. Find a verified immigration lawyer for your case.
Ernest Wayne Powell is one of 40,259 immigration attorneys indexed nationally. Browse immigration attorneys in Virginia →
Business & Corporate Law in Richmond
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
Ernest Wayne Powell is one of 497,491 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Virginia →
Workers Compensation in Richmond
Workers compensation lawyers help injured workers get medical care, lost wages, and disability benefits. Free consult, no fee unless you win.
Ernest Wayne Powell is one of 54,932 workers comp attorneys indexed nationally. Browse workers comp attorneys in Virginia →
Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Richmond
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 Richmond 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.
Richmond Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Richmond-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 Richmond Choose Ernest Wayne Powell
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 Ernest Wayne Powell's practice in the field of personal injury, criminal defense, immigration, business, and workers comp.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Ernest Wayne Powell brings 46+ 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 and Western Districts of Virginia, and U.S. Supreme Court, Ernest Wayne Powell can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering personal injury, criminal defense, and immigration, Ernest Wayne Powell can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Richmond
A Richmond-based practice means Ernest Wayne Powell 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 Ernest Wayne Powell Handles in Richmond
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters Ernest Wayne Powell 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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