Atty. John Edward Franklin

Atty. John Edward Franklin

Hon. John Edward Franklin is a lawyer practicing criminal law, juvenile law, civil practice and 4 other areas of law.

Fredericksburg Fredericksburg 32 yrs experience 32 year
Call (540) 701-7721 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About John Edward Franklin at a glance

John Edward Franklin is a Partner based in Fredericksburg, Virginia, practicing at Woehrle & Franklin. They have 32+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1994. Their practice focuses on divorce, child custody, criminal defense, child support, and creditor rights. Admitted to practice in Virginia (1994). Educated at Regent University Law School (J.D., 1994) and Virginia Military Institute (B.A. Economics, 1990). Serands clients in Fredericksburg, VA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Hon. John Edward Franklin is a lawyer practicing criminal law, juvenile law, civil practice and 4 other areas of law
  • John received a B.A. degree from Virginia Military Institute in 1990, and has been licensed for 32 years
  • John practices at Woehrle & Franklin in Fredericksburg, VA

Practice Areas Explained

John Edward Franklin's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases John Edward Franklin handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Divorce

A divorce attorney guides you through property division, spousal support, custody, and the final decree — contested or uncontested.

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Child Custody & Visitation

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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.

John Edward Franklin is one of 214,270 criminal defense attorneys indexed nationally. Browse criminal defense attorneys in Virginia →

Child Support

John Edward Franklin is one of 24,688 child support attorneys indexed nationally. Browse child support attorneys in Virginia →

Creditor Rights & Collections

John Edward Franklin is one of 42,948 creditor rights attorneys indexed nationally. Browse creditor rights 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 Fredericksburg 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 John Edward Franklin

Where is John Edward Franklin's law office located?
John Edward Franklin's law practice is located in Fredericksburg, Virginia. The firm is Woehrle & Franklin. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does John Edward Franklin handle?
John Edward Franklin focuses on divorce, child custody, criminal defense, child support, creditor rights. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Virginia.
How long has John Edward Franklin practiced law?
John Edward Franklin has 32+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1994.
Where did John Edward Franklin go to law school?
John Edward Franklin earned their education at (J.D., 1994); (B.A. Economics, 1990).
How can I contact John Edward Franklin for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Regent University Law School
- 1994
B.A. Economics
Virginia Military Institute
- 1990

Bar Admissions

Virginia
Admitted: 1994

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