Atty. John Philip Varney

Atty. John Philip Varney

John Philip Varney is a lawyer practicing criminal law. John received a B.A. degree from Emory and Henry College in 1980, and has been licensed for 43 years.

Roanoke Roanoke 43 yrs experience 43 year
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About John Philip Varney at a glance

John Philip Varney is a Sr. Asst. Pub. Def. based in Roanoke, Virginia. They have 43+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1983. Their practice focuses on criminal defense. Admitted to practice in Virginia (1983). Educated at T.C. Williams School of Law (J.D., 1983) and Emory and Henry College (B.A., 1980). Serands clients in Roanoke, VA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • John Philip Varney is a lawyer practicing criminal law
  • John received a B.A. degree from Emory and Henry College in 1980, and has been licensed for 43 years
  • John practices in Roanoke, VA

Practice Areas Explained

John Philip Varney's Areas of Practice

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

Criminal Defense

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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 Roanoke 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 Philip Varney's law office located?
John Philip Varney's law practice is located in Roanoke, Virginia. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does John Philip Varney handle?
John Philip Varney focuses on criminal defense. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Virginia.
How long has John Philip Varney practiced law?
John Philip Varney has 43+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1983.
Where did John Philip Varney go to law school?
John Philip Varney earned their education at (J.D., 1983); (B.A., 1980).
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Practice Areas

Education

J.D.
T.C. Williams School of Law
- 1983
B.A.
Emory and Henry College
- 1980

Bar Admissions

Virginia
Admitted: 1983

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