Atty. James A. Leftwich
James A. Leftwich is a lawyer practicing domestic relations, bankruptcy, real estate and 3 other areas of law.
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James A. Leftwich is a Member based in Chesapeake, Virginia, practicing at Basnight, Kinser, Telfeyan, Leftwich & Nuckolls, P.C.. They have 68+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1958. Their practice focuses on criminal defense, family law, real estate, bankruptcy, and litigation. Admitted to practice in Virginia (1958) and U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Virginia U.S. Bankruptcy Court (1988). Educated at University of Richmond (J.D., 1988) and James Madison University (B.S., 1985). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Chesapeake Bar Association (Treasurer, 1996) Virginia State Bar Tidewater Bankruptcy Bar. Serands clients in Chesapeake, VA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- James A. Leftwich is a lawyer practicing domestic relations, bankruptcy, real estate and 3 other areas of law
- James received a B.S. degree from James Madison University in 1985, and has been licensed for 68 years
- James practices at Basnight, Kinser, Telfeyan, Leftwich & Nuckolls, P.C. in Chesapeake, VA
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A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.
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Family law attorneys handle divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, prenups, and protective orders. Find verified family lawyers near you.
James A. Leftwich is one of 187,066 family law attorneys indexed nationally. Browse family law attorneys in Virginia →
Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.
James A. Leftwich is one of 316,149 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in Virginia →
A bankruptcy attorney can help you eliminate debt, stop creditor harassment, and protect your home through Chapter 7 or Chapter 13.
James A. Leftwich is one of 105,321 bankruptcy attorneys indexed nationally. Browse bankruptcy attorneys in Virginia →
Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.
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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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