Atty. Henry D. Garnett

Atty. Henry D. Garnett

Omicron Delta Kappa. The Best Lawyers in America, 1995—.

Newport News Newport News 55 yrs experience 55 year
Call (948) 742-5941 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About Henry D. Garnett at a glance

Henry D. Garnett is a Partner based in Newport News, Virginia, practicing at Patten, Wornom, Hatten & Diamonstein, L.C.. They have 55+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1971. Their practice focuses on truck accidents, wrongful death, personal injury, business, and litigation. Admitted to practice in Virginia U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Virginia U.S. District Court, Western District of (1971). Educated at College of William & Mary (J.D., 1971) and College of William & Mary B.A. (—). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Former President) AAJ Virginia State Bar (Professionalism Faculty, Virginia Trial Lawyers Association. Serands clients in Newport News, VA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Omicron Delta Kappa
  • The Best Lawyers in America, 1995—
  • Recognized as a "Super Lawyer" by Richmond and Hampton Roads Magazines
  • Faculty, Virginia College of Trial Advocacy
  • Member, Association of Interstate Trucking Lawyers

Practice Areas Explained

Henry D. Garnett's Areas of Practice

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

Truck Accidents

Henry D. Garnett is one of 4,975 truck accidents attorneys indexed nationally. Browse truck accidents attorneys in Virginia →

Wrongful Death

Henry D. Garnett is one of 31,253 wrongful death attorneys indexed nationally. Browse wrongful death 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.

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Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

Henry D. Garnett is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Virginia →

Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

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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 Newport News 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 D. Garnett

Where is Henry D. Garnett's law office located?
Henry D. Garnett's law practice is located in Newport News, Virginia. The firm is Patten, Wornom, Hatten & Diamonstein, L.C.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Henry D. Garnett handle?
Henry D. Garnett focuses on truck accidents, wrongful death, personal injury, business, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Virginia.
How long has Henry D. Garnett practiced law?
Henry D. Garnett has 55+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1971.
Where did Henry D. Garnett go to law school?
Henry D. Garnett earned their education at (J.D., 1971); (—).
How can I contact Henry D. Garnett for a consultation?
You can contact Henry D. Garnett 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 D. Garnett received?
Henry D. Garnett's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
College of William & Mary
- 1971
College of William & Mary B.A.
- In Progress

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Virginia U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Virginia U.S. District Court, Western District of
Admitted: 1971

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