Atty. Henry E. Howell, Jr.

Atty. Henry E. Howell, Jr.

Henry E. Howell, Jr. is a lawyer practicing eminent domain, inverse condemnation, property rights litigation and 1 other area of law.

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Profile Summary

About Henry E. Howell, Jr. at a glance

Henry E. Howell, Jr. is a zoning, litigation, and civil rights attorney based in Chesapeake, Virginia. Admitted to practice in Virginia (1943), U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Virginia (1982), U.S. Court of Appeals, Fourth Circuit (1983), and U.S. District Court, Western District of Virginia (2005). Educated at University of Virginia School of Law (J.D., 1982) and University of Virginia (B.A., 1977). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Virginia Beach and Norfolk-Portsmouth Bar Associations Virginia State Bar (Member, Real Property Law Section) Virginia Trial Lawyers Association. Serands clients in Chesapeake, VA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Henry E. Howell, Jr. is a lawyer practicing eminent domain, inverse condemnation, property rights litigation and 1 other area of law
  • Henry received a B.A. degree from University of Virginia in 1977, and has been licensed for 83 years
  • Henry practices in Chesapeake, VA

Practice Areas Explained

Henry E. Howell, Jr.'s Areas of Practice

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

Land Use & Zoning

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Civil Litigation

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Civil Rights

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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 Chesapeake 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 E. Howell, Jr.

Where is Henry E. Howell, Jr.'s law office located?
Henry E. Howell, Jr.'s law practice is located in Chesapeake, Virginia. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Henry E. Howell, Jr. handle?
Henry E. Howell, Jr. focuses on zoning, litigation, civil rights. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Virginia.
Where did Henry E. Howell, Jr. go to law school?
Henry E. Howell, Jr. earned their education at (J.D., 1982); (B.A., 1977).
How can I contact Henry E. Howell, Jr. for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Henry E. Howell, Jr. received?
Henry E. Howell, Jr.'s notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
University of Virginia School of Law
- 1982
B.A.
University of Virginia
- 1977

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Virginia
Admitted: 1943
U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Virginia
Admitted: 1982
U.S. Court of Appeals, Fourth Circuit
Admitted: 1983
U.S. District Court, Western District of Virginia
Admitted: 2005

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