Atty. James Edward Sheffield
James Edward Sheffield is a lawyer practicing personal injury law, criminal law, business law. James Edward received a B.A. degree from University of Illinois in 1956, and has been licensed for 62 years.
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James Edward Sheffield is a Member based in Richmond, Virginia, practicing at James Edward Sheffield. They have 62+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1964. Their practice focuses on personal injury, criminal defense, and business. Admitted to practice in Virginia (1964) and District of Columbia (1964). Educated at Howard University School of Law (LL.B., 1963) and University of Illinois (B.A. Pol., 1956). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Serands clients in Richmond, VA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- James Edward Sheffield is a lawyer practicing personal injury law, criminal law, business law
- James Edward received a B.A. degree from University of Illinois in 1956, and has been licensed for 62 years
- James Edward practices at James Edward Sheffield in Richmond, VA
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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.
James Edward Sheffield is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Virginia →
A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.
James Edward Sheffield is one of 214,270 criminal defense attorneys indexed nationally. Browse criminal defense attorneys in Virginia →
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
James Edward Sheffield is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Virginia →
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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 Richmond 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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