Atty. Henry C. Devening

Atty. Henry C. Devening

Henry C. Devening is a lawyer practicing criminal defense, personal injury, divorce and 7 other areas of law.

Lynchburg Lynchburg 50 yrs experience 50 year
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Profile Summary

About Henry C. Devening at a glance

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

Practice Areas Explained

Henry C. Devening's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Henry C. Devening handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Divorce

A divorce attorney guides you through property division, spousal support, custody, and the final decree — contested or uncontested.

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Wills

Henry C. Devening is one of 34,541 wills attorneys indexed nationally. Browse wills attorneys in Virginia →

Child Custody & Visitation

Henry C. Devening is one of 31,241 child custody attorneys indexed nationally. Browse child custody attorneys in Virginia →

Trusts

Henry C. Devening is one of 104,171 trusts attorneys indexed nationally. Browse trusts attorneys in Virginia →

Personal Injury

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 →

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 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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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Henry C. Devening

Where is Henry C. Devening's law office located?
Henry C. Devening's law practice is located in Lynchburg, Virginia. The firm is Henry C. Devening, P.C.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Henry C. Devening handle?
Henry C. Devening focuses on divorce, wills, child custody, trusts, personal injury. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Virginia.
How long has Henry C. Devening practiced law?
Henry C. Devening has 50+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1976.
Where did Henry C. Devening go to law school?
Henry C. Devening earned their education at (J.D., 1976); (B.A., 1973).
How can I contact Henry C. Devening for a consultation?
You can contact Henry C. Devening directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has Henry C. Devening received?
Henry C. Devening's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
University of Virginia
- 1976
B.A.
University of Virginia
- 1973

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Virginia
Admitted: 1976

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