Atty. John Edwin Coffey

Atty. John Edwin Coffey

Mr. John Edwin Coffey is a lawyer practicing commercial litigation, professional liability, health care and 8 other areas of law.

Alexandria Alexandria 47 Years Experience 47 year
Call (703) 739-3300

Profile Summary

About John Edwin Coffey at a glance

John Edwin Coffey is a Partner based in Alexandria, Virginia, practicing at Redmon, Peyton & Braswell, L.L.P.. They have 47+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1979. Their practice focuses on contracts, medical malpractice, business, real estate, and breach of contract. Admitted to practice in Virginia (1979), U.S Court of Appeals, Fourth Circuit (1987), District of Columbia (1992), and U.S. Supreme Court U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Virginia U.S. District Court, Western Di (1994). Educated at Washington & Lee University (J.D., 1979) and University of Maryland (B.A., 1976). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Alexandria and Federal (President, Northern Virginia Chapter, 2008-2009) Bar Associations Virginia State Bar District of Columbia Bar Litigation Counsel of America. Serves clients in Alexandria, VA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Mr. John Edwin Coffey is a lawyer practicing commercial litigation, professional liability, health care and 8 other areas of law
  • John received a B.A. degree from University of Maryland in 1976, and has been licensed for 47 years
  • John practices at Redmon, Peyton & Braswell, L.L.P. in Alexandria, VA

Practice Areas Explained

John Edwin Coffey's Areas of Practice

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

Contracts

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Medical Malpractice

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Business & Corporate Law

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Real Estate Law

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Breach of Contract

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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 Alexandria 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 venue, 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 Edwin Coffey

Where is John Edwin Coffey's law office located?
John Edwin Coffey's law practice is located in Alexandria, Virginia. The firm is Redmon, Peyton & Braswell, L.L.P.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does John Edwin Coffey handle?
John Edwin Coffey focuses on contracts, medical malpractice, business, real estate, breach of contract. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Virginia.
How long has John Edwin Coffey practiced law?
John Edwin Coffey has 47+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1979.
Where did John Edwin Coffey go to law school?
John Edwin Coffey earned their education at (J.D., 1979); (B.A., 1976).
How can I contact John Edwin Coffey for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has John Edwin Coffey received?
John Edwin Coffey's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Washington & Lee University
- 1979
B.A.
University of Maryland
- 1976

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Virginia
Admitted: 1979
U.S Court of Appeals, Fourth Circuit
Admitted: 1987
District of Columbia
Admitted: 1992
U.S. Supreme Court U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Virginia U.S. District Court, Western Di
Admitted: 1994

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