Atty. James A. Evans

Atty. James A. Evans

James A. Evans is a lawyer practicing children, family law, criminal law and 5 other areas of law.

Virginia Beach Virginia Beach 58 yrs experience 58 year
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Profile Summary

About James A. Evans at a glance

James A. Evans is a Member based in Virginia Beach, Virginia, practicing at Evans & Bryant, PLC. They have 58+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1968. Their practice focuses on contracts, personal injury, criminal defense, family law, and business. Admitted to practice in Virginia (1968). Educated at College of William & Mary (J.D., 1968) and Belmont Abbey College (A.B., 1967). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Virginia Beach Bar Association (Director, 1987-1988) Virginia State Bar (Member, 2nd District Ethics Committee, 1979-1982) Virginia Trial Lawyers Association National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers. Serands clients in Virginia Beach, VA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • James A. Evans is a lawyer practicing children, family law, criminal law and 5 other areas of law
  • James received a A.B. degree from Belmont Abbey College in 1967, and has been licensed for 58 years
  • James practices at Evans & Bryant, PLC in Virginia Beach, VA

Practice Areas Explained

James A. Evans's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases James A. Evans handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Contracts

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Personal Injury

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Criminal Defense

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Family Law

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Business & Corporate Law

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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 Virginia Beach 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 James A. Evans

Where is James A. Evans's law office located?
James A. Evans's law practice is located in Virginia Beach, Virginia. The firm is Evans & Bryant, PLC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James A. Evans handle?
James A. Evans focuses on contracts, personal injury, criminal defense, family law, business. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Virginia.
How long has James A. Evans practiced law?
James A. Evans has 58+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1968.
Where did James A. Evans go to law school?
James A. Evans earned their education at (J.D., 1968); (A.B., 1967).
How can I contact James A. Evans for a consultation?
You can contact James A. Evans 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 James A. Evans received?
James A. Evans's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
College of William & Mary
- 1968
A.B.
Belmont Abbey College
- 1967

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Virginia
Admitted: 1968

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