Atty. John Newby
John Newby is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs. John, who practices law in Richmond, Virginia, has been recognized since 2026.
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John Newby is a personal injury attorney based in Richmond, Virginia, practicing at Tronfeld West & Durrett. They have 25+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2001. Admitted to practice in Virginia, Virginia State Bar (2001). Educated at Washington and Lee University (J.D., 2001). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs (2026). Serands clients in Richmond, VA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- John Newby is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs
- John, who practices law in Richmond, Virginia, has been recognized since 2026
- This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which John is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area
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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.
John Newby is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury 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 Richmond 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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