Atty. Henry Dejarnette Light

Atty. Henry Dejarnette Light

Henry Dejarnette Light is a lawyer practicing litigation, corporate governance, transportation and 5 other areas of law. Henry received a B.E.E. degree from Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute in 1962, and has been licensed for 57 years.

Norfolk Norfolk 57 yrs experience 57 year
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Profile Summary

About Henry Dejarnette Light at a glance

Henry Dejarnette Light is a business, litigation, and appellate attorney based in Norfolk, Virginia. They have 57+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1969. Admitted to practice in Ohio (1969) and Virginia (1979). Educated at University of Virginia (LL.B., 1969) and Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute (B.E.E., 1962). Active member of Norfolk & Portsmouth, Ohio and Virginia Bar Associations Virginia State Bar National Association of Railroad Trial Counsel. Serands clients in Norfolk, VA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Henry Dejarnette Light is a lawyer practicing litigation, corporate governance, transportation and 5 other areas of law
  • Henry received a B.E.E. degree from Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute in 1962, and has been licensed for 57 years
  • Henry practices in Norfolk, VA

Practice Areas Explained

Henry Dejarnette Light's Areas of Practice

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

Business & Corporate Law

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

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Civil Litigation

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

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Appellate Practice

Appellate attorneys for civil and criminal appeals at state and federal court.

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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 Henry Dejarnette Light

Where is Henry Dejarnette Light's law office located?
Henry Dejarnette Light's law practice is located in Norfolk, Virginia. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Henry Dejarnette Light handle?
Henry Dejarnette Light focuses on business, litigation, appellate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Virginia.
How long has Henry Dejarnette Light practiced law?
Henry Dejarnette Light has 57+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1969.
Where did Henry Dejarnette Light go to law school?
Henry Dejarnette Light earned their education at (LL.B., 1969); (B.E.E., 1962).
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Education

LL.B.
University of Virginia
- 1969
B.E.E.
Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute
- 1962

Bar Admissions

Ohio
Admitted: 1969
Virginia
Admitted: 1979

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