Atty. Joseph Ray Mayes

Atty. Joseph Ray Mayes

Joseph Ray Mayes is a lawyer practicing appeals, banking, financial services and 4 other areas of law. Joseph received a B.A. degree from College of William & Mary in 1970, and has been licensed for 50 years.

Virginia Beach Virginia Beach 50 yrs experience 50 year
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Profile Summary

About Joseph Ray Mayes at a glance

Joseph Ray Mayes is a Partner based in Virginia Beach, Virginia, practicing at Williams Mullen. They have 50+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1976. Their practice focuses on business, real estate, bankruptcy, and appellate. Admitted to practice in Virginia U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Virginia U.S. Bankruptcy Court for the Eastern Dis (1976). Educated at College of William & Mary (B.A., 1970) and University of Richmond School of Law J.D. 1976 McNeil Law Society University of Richmond School of Law J.D. University of Richmond Law Review University of Richmond School of Law J.D. Editor- (—). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Serands clients in Virginia Beach, VA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Joseph Ray Mayes is a lawyer practicing appeals, banking, financial services and 4 other areas of law
  • Joseph received a B.A. degree from College of William & Mary in 1970, and has been licensed for 50 years
  • Joseph practices at Williams Mullen in Virginia Beach, VA

Practice Areas Explained

Joseph Ray Mayes's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Joseph Ray Mayes 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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Real Estate Law

Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.

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Bankruptcy & Debt

A bankruptcy attorney can help you eliminate debt, stop creditor harassment, and protect your home through Chapter 7 or Chapter 13.

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Appellate Practice

Appellate attorneys for civil and criminal appeals at state and federal court.

Joseph Ray Mayes is one of 86,319 appellate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse appellate attorneys in Virginia →

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 Virginia Beach 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 Joseph Ray Mayes

Where is Joseph Ray Mayes's law office located?
Joseph Ray Mayes's law practice is located in Virginia Beach, Virginia. The firm is Williams Mullen. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Joseph Ray Mayes handle?
Joseph Ray Mayes focuses on business, real estate, bankruptcy, appellate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Virginia.
How long has Joseph Ray Mayes practiced law?
Joseph Ray Mayes has 50+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1976.
Where did Joseph Ray Mayes go to law school?
Joseph Ray Mayes earned their education at (B.A., 1970); (—).
How can I contact Joseph Ray Mayes for a consultation?
You can contact Joseph Ray Mayes 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 Joseph Ray Mayes received?
Joseph Ray Mayes's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

B.A.
College of William & Mary
- 1970
University of Richmond School of Law J.D. 1976 McNeil Law Society University of Richmond School of Law J.D. University of Richmond Law Review University of Richmond School of Law J.D. Editor-
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Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Virginia U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Virginia U.S. Bankruptcy Court for the Eastern Dis
Admitted: 1976

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