Atty. Joseph P. Bounds

Atty. Joseph P. Bounds

Joseph P. Bounds is a lawyer.

Salem Salem 56 yrs experience 56 year
Call (540) 900-4358 Book Appointment

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About Joseph P. Bounds at a glance

Joseph P. Bounds is a Juv. and Dom. Rel. J. based in Salem, Virginia. They have 56+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1970. Admitted to practice in Virginia (1970), U.S. District Court, Western District of Virginia (1970), and U.S. Court of Appeals, Fourth Circuit (1970). Educated at Cumberland School of Law of Samford University (J.D., 1969) and Roanoke College (B.A., 1965). Serands clients in Salem, VA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Joseph P. Bounds is a lawyer
  • Joseph P. received a B.A. degree from Roanoke College in 1965, and has been licensed for 56 years
  • Joseph P. practices in Salem, VA

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 Salem 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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Joseph P. Bounds's law practice is located in Salem, Virginia. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
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Joseph P. Bounds has 56+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1970.
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Joseph P. Bounds earned their education at (J.D., 1969); (B.A., 1965).
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Education

J.D.
Cumberland School of Law of Samford University
- 1969
B.A.
Roanoke College
- 1965

Bar Admissions

Virginia
Admitted: 1970
U.S. District Court, Western District of Virginia
Admitted: 1970
U.S. Court of Appeals, Fourth Circuit
Admitted: 1970

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