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About James B. Melton at a glance
James B. Melton is a Member based in Chesapeake, Virginia, practicing at James B. Melton, Attorney at Law. They have 39+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1987. Admitted to practice in West Virginia (1987) and Virginia (1993). Serands clients in Chesapeake, VA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- James B. Melton is a lawyer
- James has been licensed for 39 years
- James practices at James B. Melton, Attorney at Law in Chesapeake, VA
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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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