Atty. J. Stephen Buis

Atty. J. Stephen Buis

J. Stephen Buis is a lawyer practicing creditors rights, bankruptcy, civil practice and 1 other area of law.

Richmond Richmond 53 yrs experience 53 year
Call (804) 533-3229 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About J. Stephen Buis at a glance

J. Stephen Buis is a Presiding J. based in Richmond, Virginia. They have 53+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1973. Their practice focuses on business, bankruptcy, creditor rights, litigation, and civil rights. Admitted to practice in Virginia (1973). Educated at Southern Methodist University (LL.M. University, 1974) and Virginia Military Institute (B.A., 1967). Serands clients in Richmond, VA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • J. Stephen Buis is a lawyer practicing creditors rights, bankruptcy, civil practice and 1 other area of law
  • J. Stephen received a B.A. degree from Virginia Military Institute in 1967, and has been licensed for 53 years
  • J. Stephen practices in Richmond, VA

Practice Areas Explained

J. Stephen Buis's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases J. Stephen Buis 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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Bankruptcy & Debt

A bankruptcy attorney can help you eliminate debt, stop creditor harassment, and protect your home through Chapter 7 or Chapter 13.

J. Stephen Buis is one of 105,321 bankruptcy attorneys indexed nationally. Browse bankruptcy attorneys in Virginia →

Creditor Rights & Collections

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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 Richmond 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 J. Stephen Buis

Where is J. Stephen Buis's law office located?
J. Stephen Buis's law practice is located in Richmond, Virginia. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does J. Stephen Buis handle?
J. Stephen Buis focuses on business, bankruptcy, creditor rights, litigation, civil rights. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Virginia.
How long has J. Stephen Buis practiced law?
J. Stephen Buis has 53+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1973.
Where did J. Stephen Buis go to law school?
J. Stephen Buis earned their education at (LL.M. University, 1974); (B.A., 1967).
How can I contact J. Stephen Buis for a consultation?
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Education

LL.M. University
Southern Methodist University
- 1974
B.A.
Virginia Military Institute
- 1967

Bar Admissions

Virginia
Admitted: 1973

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