Atty. James S. Mathews
James S. Mathews is a lawyer practicing commercial law, securities law, fidelity and surety and 1 other area of law.
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James S. Mathews is a Presiding J. based in Norfolk, Virginia. They have 60+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1966. Their practice focuses on criminal defense, business, securities, and litigation. Admitted to practice in Virginia (1966), U.S. Supreme Court (1969), U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Virginia (1971), and U.S. Court of Appeals, Fourth Circuit (1979). Educated at University of Virginia (LL.B., 1966) and Randolph-Macon College (B.A., 1963). Serands clients in Norfolk, VA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- James S. Mathews is a lawyer practicing commercial law, securities law, fidelity and surety and 1 other area of law
- James S. received a B.A. degree from Randolph-Macon College in 1963, and has been licensed for 60 years
- James S. practices in Norfolk, VA
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Each practice area below reflects the types of cases James S. Mathews handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.
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 attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
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James S. Mathews is one of 64,529 securities attorneys indexed nationally. Browse securities attorneys in Virginia →
Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.
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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 Norfolk 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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