Atty. John J. Lawless

Atty. John J. Lawless

John J. Lawless is a lawyer practicing corporate law.

Fairfax Fairfax 35 yrs experience 35 year
Call (562) 580-3312 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About John J. Lawless at a glance

John J. Lawless is a business attorney based in Fairfax, Virginia. They have 35+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1991. Admitted to practice in Kansas (1991), District of Columbia (2003), and Virginia (2011). Educated at Washburn University (J.D., 1991) and Kansas State University (B.S., 1983). Serands clients in Fairfax, VA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • John J. Lawless is a lawyer practicing corporate law
  • John received a B.S. degree from Kansas State University in 1983, and has been licensed for 35 years
  • John practices in Fairfax, VA

Practice Areas Explained

John J. Lawless's Areas of Practice

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

Business & Corporate Law

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

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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 Fairfax 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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Where is John J. Lawless's law office located?
John J. Lawless's law practice is located in Fairfax, Virginia. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does John J. Lawless handle?
John J. Lawless focuses on business. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Virginia.
How long has John J. Lawless practiced law?
John J. Lawless has 35+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1991.
Where did John J. Lawless go to law school?
John J. Lawless earned their education at (J.D., 1991); (B.S., 1983).
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Practice Areas

Education

J.D.
Washburn University
- 1991
B.S.
Kansas State University
- 1983

Bar Admissions

Kansas
Admitted: 1991
District of Columbia
Admitted: 2003
Virginia
Admitted: 2011

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