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Joe H. Short is a personal injury, criminal defense, and family law attorney based in Clintwood, Virginia. They have 39+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1987. Admitted to practice in Louisiana (1987), Virginia (1988), South Carolina (Inactive) (1990), and U.S. District Court, Western District of Virginia (1992). Educated at Louisiana State University (J.D., 1986) and Berea College (B.S., 1976). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Serands clients in Clintwood, VA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- Mr. Joe H. Short is a lawyer practicing criminal defense, family law, personal injury
- Joe received a B.S. degree from Berea College in 1976, and has been licensed for 39 years
- Joe practices in Clintwood, 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.
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A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.
Joe H. Short is one of 214,270 criminal defense attorneys indexed nationally. Browse criminal defense attorneys in Virginia →
Family law attorneys handle divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, prenups, and protective orders. Find verified family lawyers near you.
Joe H. Short is one of 187,066 family law attorneys indexed nationally. Browse family law 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 Clintwood 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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