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About Francis M. Canavan at a glance
Francis M. Canavan is a Bechtel Corp. based in Reston, Virginia. They have 47+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1979. Admitted to practice in South Carolina (Inactive) (1979). Educated at University of South Carolina (J.D., 1979) and University of Massachusetts B.A. (—). Serands clients in Reston, VA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- Francis M. Canavan is a lawyer
- Francis received a B.A. degree from University of Massachusetts, and has been licensed for 47 years
- Francis practices in Reston, VA
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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 Reston 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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