Atty. James Arthur DeVita

Atty. James Arthur DeVita

James Arthur DeVita is a lawyer practicing labor and employment, age discrimination in employment, employment discrimination and 35 other areas of law. James Arthur received a B.A. degree from University of Massachusetts in 1979, and has been licensed for 43 years.

Arlington Arlington 43 yrs experience 43 year
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About James Arthur DeVita at a glance

James Arthur DeVita is a Member based in Arlington, Virginia, practicing at James A Devita. They have 43+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1983. Their practice focuses on divorce, wrongful termination, dui/dwi, child custody, and discrimination. Admitted to practice in District of Columbia (1983), Maryland (2000), and Virginia (2002). Educated at Georgetown University (J.D., 1982) and University of Massachusetts (B.A., 1979). Active member of Maryland State Bar Association Virginia State Bar The District of Columbia Bar. Serands clients in Arlington, VA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • James Arthur DeVita is a lawyer practicing labor and employment, age discrimination in employment, employment discrimination and 35 other areas of law
  • James Arthur received a B.A. degree from University of Massachusetts in 1979, and has been licensed for 43 years
  • James Arthur practices at James A. DeVita in Arlington, VA

Practice Areas Explained

James Arthur DeVita's Areas of Practice

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

Divorce

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Wrongful Termination

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DUI / DWI Defense

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Child Custody & Visitation

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Workplace Discrimination

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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 Arlington 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 Arthur DeVita

Where is James Arthur DeVita's law office located?
James Arthur DeVita's law practice is located in Arlington, Virginia. The firm is James A Devita. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James Arthur DeVita handle?
James Arthur DeVita focuses on divorce, wrongful termination, dui/dwi, child custody, discrimination. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Virginia.
How long has James Arthur DeVita practiced law?
James Arthur DeVita has 43+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1983.
Where did James Arthur DeVita go to law school?
James Arthur DeVita earned their education at (J.D., 1982); (B.A., 1979).
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Education

J.D.
Georgetown University
- 1982
B.A.
University of Massachusetts
- 1979

Bar Admissions

District of Columbia
Admitted: 1983
Maryland
Admitted: 2000
Virginia
Admitted: 2002

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