Atty. James Brian Donnelly

Atty. James Brian Donnelly

James Brian Donnelly is a lawyer practicing criminal law, business crimes, white collar crime and 2 other areas of law. James received a B.S. degree from University of Virginia in 1965, and has been licensed for 56 years.

Virginia Beach Virginia Beach 56 yrs experience 56 year
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Profile Summary

About James Brian Donnelly at a glance

James Brian Donnelly is a personal injury, criminal defense, business, white collar, and litigation attorney based in Virginia Beach, Virginia. They have 56+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1970. Admitted to practice in Virginia (1970). Educated at University of Memphis (J.D., 1970) and University of Virginia (B.S. Commerce, 1965). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Virginia Beach and Federal Bar Associations Virginia State Bar (Member, Sections on: Litigation Criminal Law) Virginia Trial Lawyers Association Virginia Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers. Serands clients in Virginia Beach, VA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • James Brian Donnelly is a lawyer practicing criminal law, business crimes, white collar crime and 2 other areas of law
  • James received a B.S. degree from University of Virginia in 1965, and has been licensed for 56 years
  • James practices in Virginia Beach, VA

Practice Areas Explained

James Brian Donnelly's Areas of Practice

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

Personal Injury

Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.

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Criminal Defense

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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Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

James Brian Donnelly is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Virginia →

White Collar Crimes

James Brian Donnelly is one of 20,025 white collar attorneys indexed nationally. Browse white collar attorneys in Virginia →

Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

James Brian Donnelly is one of 454,532 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Virginia →

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 Brian Donnelly

Where is James Brian Donnelly's law office located?
James Brian Donnelly's law practice is located in Virginia Beach, Virginia. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James Brian Donnelly handle?
James Brian Donnelly focuses on personal injury, criminal defense, business, white collar, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Virginia.
How long has James Brian Donnelly practiced law?
James Brian Donnelly has 56+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1970.
Where did James Brian Donnelly go to law school?
James Brian Donnelly earned their education at (J.D., 1970); (B.S. Commerce, 1965).
How can I contact James Brian Donnelly for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has James Brian Donnelly received?
James Brian Donnelly's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
University of Memphis
- 1970
B.S. Commerce
University of Virginia
- 1965

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Virginia
Admitted: 1970

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