Atty. Guilford D. Ware

Atty. Guilford D. Ware

Guilford D. Ware is a lawyer practicing admiralty & maritime.

Norfolk Norfolk 74 yrs experience 74 year
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About Guilford D. Ware at a glance

Guilford D. Ware is an Of Counsel based in Norfolk, Virginia, practicing at Crenshaw, Ware & Martin, P.L.C.. They have 74+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1952. Their practice focuses on maritime. Admitted to practice in Virginia U.S. Court of Appeals, Fourth Circuit U.S. Court of Appeals, Fifth Circuit (1952). Educated at University of Virginia School of Law (J.D., 1952) and University of Virginia, McIntire School of Commerce (B.S., 1949). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of President, 1987-1988), Virginia and American Bar Associations Virginia State Bar American Judicature Society Maritime Law Association of the United States Southeastern Admiralty Law Institute (Institute Chairman, 1985 Seminar Chairman, 1982, 1989) I'Anson, Norfolk and Portsmouth. Serands clients in Norfolk, VA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Guilford D. Ware is a lawyer practicing admiralty & maritime
  • Guilford received a B.S. degree from University of Virginia, McIntire School of Commerce in 1949, and has been licensed for 74 years
  • Guilford practices at Crenshaw, Ware & Martin, P.L.C. in Norfolk, VA

Practice Areas Explained

Guilford D. Ware's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Guilford D. Ware handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Maritime & Admiralty Law

Maritime attorneys for Jones Act claims, longshore injury, cruise ship cases, and offshore matters.

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Jurisdictional Context

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 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 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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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Guilford D. Ware

Where is Guilford D. Ware's law office located?
Guilford D. Ware's law practice is located in Norfolk, Virginia. The firm is Crenshaw, Ware & Martin, P.L.C.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Guilford D. Ware handle?
Guilford D. Ware focuses on maritime. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Virginia.
How long has Guilford D. Ware practiced law?
Guilford D. Ware has 74+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1952.
Where did Guilford D. Ware go to law school?
Guilford D. Ware earned their education at (J.D., 1952); (B.S., 1949).
How can I contact Guilford D. Ware for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Guilford D. Ware received?
Guilford D. Ware's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Practice Areas

Education

J.D.
University of Virginia School of Law
- 1952
B.S.
University of Virginia, McIntire School of Commerce
- 1949

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Virginia U.S. Court of Appeals, Fourth Circuit U.S. Court of Appeals, Fifth Circuit
Admitted: 1952

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