Atty. Henry C. Devening
Henry C. Devening is a lawyer practicing criminal defense, personal injury, divorce and 7 other areas of law.
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Henry C. Devening is a Member based in Lynchburg, Virginia, practicing at Henry C. Devening, P.C.. They have 50+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1976. Their practice focuses on divorce, wills, child custody, trusts, and personal injury. Admitted to practice in Virginia (1976). Educated at University of Virginia (J.D., 1976) and University of Virginia (B.A., 1973). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Lynchburg Bar Association Virginia State Bar. Serands clients in Lynchburg, VA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About
- Henry C. Devening is a lawyer practicing criminal defense, personal injury, divorce and 7 other areas of law
- Henry received a B.A. degree from University of Virginia in 1973, and has been licensed for 50 years
- Henry practices at Henry C. Devening, P.C. in Lynchburg, VA
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A divorce attorney guides you through property division, spousal support, custody, and the final decree — contested or uncontested.
Henry C. Devening is one of 50,487 divorce attorneys indexed nationally. Browse divorce attorneys in Virginia →
Henry C. Devening is one of 34,541 wills attorneys indexed nationally. Browse wills attorneys in Virginia →
Henry C. Devening is one of 31,241 child custody attorneys indexed nationally. Browse child custody attorneys in Virginia →
Henry C. Devening is one of 104,171 trusts attorneys indexed nationally. Browse trusts attorneys in Virginia →
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.
Henry C. Devening is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Virginia →
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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 Lynchburg 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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