Atty. John Ernest Falcone

Atty. John Ernest Falcone

John Ernest Falcone is a lawyer practicing employment & labor, criminal defense, employment and 4 other areas of law. John received a B.A. degree from College of William & Mary in 1975, and has been licensed for 48 years.

Lynchburg Lynchburg 48 yrs experience 48 year
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Profile Summary

About John Ernest Falcone at a glance

John Ernest Falcone is a Principal and Shareholder based in Lynchburg, Virginia, practicing at Petty, Livingston, Dawson & Richards. They have 48+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1978. Their practice focuses on personal injury, criminal defense, employment, business, and construction. Admitted to practice in Virginia U.S. Supreme Court U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Virginia U.S. District Court, W (1978). Educated at University of Virginia (J.D., 1978) and College of William & Mary (B.A., 1975). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Lynchburg, VA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • John Ernest Falcone is a lawyer practicing employment & labor, criminal defense, employment and 4 other areas of law
  • John received a B.A. degree from College of William & Mary in 1975, and has been licensed for 48 years
  • John practices at Petty, Livingston, Dawson & Richards in Lynchburg, VA

Practice Areas Explained

John Ernest Falcone's Areas of Practice

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

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.

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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 Ernest Falcone is one of 214,270 criminal defense attorneys indexed nationally. Browse criminal defense attorneys in Virginia →

Employment Law

Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.

John Ernest Falcone is one of 169,120 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in Virginia →

Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

John Ernest Falcone is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Virginia →

Construction Law

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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 Lynchburg 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 Ernest Falcone

Where is John Ernest Falcone's law office located?
John Ernest Falcone's law practice is located in Lynchburg, Virginia. The firm is Petty, Livingston, Dawson & Richards. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does John Ernest Falcone handle?
John Ernest Falcone focuses on personal injury, criminal defense, employment, business, construction. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Virginia.
How long has John Ernest Falcone practiced law?
John Ernest Falcone has 48+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1978.
Where did John Ernest Falcone go to law school?
John Ernest Falcone earned their education at (J.D., 1978); (B.A., 1975).
How can I contact John Ernest Falcone for a consultation?
You can contact John Ernest Falcone 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 John Ernest Falcone received?
John Ernest Falcone's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of Virginia
- 1978
B.A.
College of William & Mary
- 1975

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Virginia U.S. Supreme Court U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Virginia U.S. District Court, W
Admitted: 1978

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