Atty. James Richard Becker

Atty. James Richard Becker

James Richard Becker is a lawyer practicing personal injury, workers compensation, insurance and 3 other areas of law. James received a B.A. degree from Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University in 1976, and has been licensed for 44 years.

Fairfax Fairfax 44 yrs experience 44 year
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Profile Summary

About James Richard Becker at a glance

James Richard Becker is a Member based in Fairfax, Virginia. They have 44+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1982. Their practice focuses on car accidents, wrongful death, personal injury, criminal defense, and workers comp. Admitted to practice in Virginia (1982) and District of Columbia (1995). Educated at George Mason University School of Law (J.D., 1982) and Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University (B.A., 1976). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Virginia State Bar District of Columbia Bar. Serands clients in Fairfax, VA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • James Richard Becker is a lawyer practicing personal injury, workers compensation, insurance and 3 other areas of law
  • James received a B.A. degree from Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University in 1976, and has been licensed for 44 years
  • James practices in Fairfax, VA

Practice Areas Explained

James Richard Becker's Areas of Practice

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

Car Accidents

Hurt in a car crash? Car accident lawyers fight insurance companies for fair compensation — free consult, no fee unless you win.

James Richard Becker is one of 36,807 car accidents attorneys indexed nationally. Browse car accidents attorneys in Virginia →

Wrongful Death

James Richard Becker is one of 31,253 wrongful death attorneys indexed nationally. Browse wrongful death attorneys in Virginia →

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.

James Richard Becker is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Virginia →

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.

James Richard Becker is one of 214,271 criminal defense attorneys indexed nationally. Browse criminal defense attorneys in Virginia →

Workers Compensation

Workers compensation lawyers help injured workers get medical care, lost wages, and disability benefits. Free consult, no fee unless you win.

James Richard Becker is one of 55,389 workers comp attorneys indexed nationally. Browse workers comp 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 Fairfax 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 Richard Becker

Where is James Richard Becker's law office located?
James Richard Becker's law practice is located in Fairfax, Virginia. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James Richard Becker handle?
James Richard Becker focuses on car accidents, wrongful death, personal injury, criminal defense, workers comp. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Virginia.
How long has James Richard Becker practiced law?
James Richard Becker has 44+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1982.
Where did James Richard Becker go to law school?
James Richard Becker earned their education at (J.D., 1982); (B.A., 1976).
How can I contact James Richard Becker for a consultation?
You can contact James Richard Becker directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has James Richard Becker received?
James Richard Becker's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
George Mason University School of Law
- 1982
B.A.
Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University
- 1976

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Virginia
Admitted: 1982
District of Columbia
Admitted: 1995

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