Atty. Kristin B. Wright

Atty. Kristin B. Wright

Kristin is a native of Grosse Pointe, Michigan, and moved to Virginia in 1997 after she completed law school. She is married to Frank Wright, Jr.

Rustburg Rustburg 29 Years Experience 29 year
Call (434) 266-0303

Profile Summary

About Kristin B. Wright at a glance

Kristin B. Wright is a Partner based in Rustburg, Virginia, practicing at Overbey, Hawkins, Wright & Vance, PLLC. They have 29+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1997. Their practice focuses on divorce, child custody, probate, personal injury, and criminal defense. Admitted to practice in Virginia (1997) and District of Columbia (1998). Educated at University of Michigan Law School (J.D., 1997) and Michigan State University (B.A., 1992). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Serves clients in Rustburg, VA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Kristin is a native of Grosse Pointe, Michigan, and moved to Virginia in 1997 after she completed law school
  • She is married to Frank Wright, Jr. They have two sons, a daughter-in-law, and a beagle
  • Kristin is a member of the Virginia State Bar, Virginia Bar Association, Lynchburg Bar Association, and the Campbell County Bar Association
  • She is an inactive member of the District of Columbia Bar
  • Kristin is a past faculty member for the Virginia State Bar Association’s Professionalism Course and a past member of the board of the Lynchburg Bar Association

Practice Areas Explained

Kristin B. Wright's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Kristin B. Wright handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Divorce

A divorce attorney guides you through property division, spousal support, custody, and the final decree — contested or uncontested.

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Child Custody & Visitation

Kristin B. Wright is one of 27,615 child custody attorneys indexed nationally. Browse child custody attorneys in Virginia →

Probate

Kristin B. Wright is one of 115,645 probate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse probate attorneys in Virginia →

Personal Injury

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.

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Criminal Defense

A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.

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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 Rustburg 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 venue, 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 Kristin B. Wright

Where is Kristin B. Wright's law office located?
Kristin B. Wright's law practice is located in Rustburg, Virginia. The firm is Overbey, Hawkins, Wright & Vance, PLLC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Kristin B. Wright handle?
Kristin B. Wright focuses on divorce, child custody, probate, personal injury, criminal defense. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Virginia.
How long has Kristin B. Wright practiced law?
Kristin B. Wright has 29+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1997.
Where did Kristin B. Wright go to law school?
Kristin B. Wright earned their education at (J.D., 1997); (B.A., 1992).
How can I contact Kristin B. Wright for a consultation?
You can contact Kristin B. Wright 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 Kristin B. Wright received?
Kristin B. Wright's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
University of Michigan Law School
- 1997
B.A.
Michigan State University
- 1992

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Virginia
Admitted: 1997
District of Columbia
Admitted: 1998

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