Atty. Frederick P. Hitz
Frederick P. Hitz is a lawyer practicing discrimination, dwi, freedom of information and 2 other areas of law.
Discrimination & More Attorney · Serving Charlottesville, VA · 61+ Years Experience
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About Frederick P. Hitz at a Glance
Frederick P. Hitz is a Member based in Charlottesville, Virginia, practicing at Frederick P. Hitz. They have 61+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1965. Their practice focuses on dui/dwi, civil rights, health care, and energy. Admitted to practice in Massachusetts (1965), Virginia (1966), and District of Columbia (1976). Educated at Harvard Law School (J.D., 1964) and Princeton University (A.B., 1961). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Vice-Chairman, Energy and Administrative Law Section, 1984-1985, The District of Columbia Bar Virginia State Bar American Bar Association. Serves clients in Charlottesville, VA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Frederick P. Hitz
- Frederick P. Hitz is a lawyer practicing discrimination, dwi, freedom of information and 2 other areas of law
- Frederick P. received a A.B. degree from Princeton University in 1961, and has been licensed for 61 years
- Frederick P. practices at Frederick P. Hitz in Charlottesville, VA
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Frederick P. Hitz's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Frederick P. Hitz handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Charlottesville.
DUI / DWI Defense in Charlottesville
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Civil Rights in Charlottesville
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Health Care Law in Charlottesville
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Energy & Utilities Law in Charlottesville
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Why Local Counsel Matters in Charlottesville
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 Charlottesville 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.
Charlottesville Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Charlottesville-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 Charlottesville Choose Frederick P. Hitz
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 Frederick P. Hitz's practice in the field of dui/dwi, civil rights, health care, and energy.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Frederick P. Hitz brings 61+ 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 Massachusetts, Virginia, and District of Columbia, Frederick P. Hitz can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering dui/dwi, civil rights, and health care, Frederick P. Hitz can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Charlottesville
A Charlottesville-based practice means Frederick P. Hitz 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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