Atty. Leslie Ray Watson

Atty. Leslie Ray Watson

Leslie Ray Watson is a lawyer practicing commercial real estate, environmental law, land use and zoning and 2 other areas of law. Leslie received a A.B. degree from College of William & Mary in 1969, and has been licensed for 53 years.

Virginia Beach Virginia Beach 53 yrs experience 53 year
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Profile Summary

About Leslie Ray Watson at a glance

Leslie Ray Watson is a Member based in Virginia Beach, Virginia, practicing at Wolcott Rivers Gates, Attorneys at Law. They have 53+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1973. Their practice focuses on real estate, commercial re, zoning, environmental, and entertainment. Admitted to practice in Virginia (1973) and U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Virginia (1974). Educated at University of Virginia School of Law (J.D., 1973) and College of William & Mary (A.B., 1969). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Virginia Beach Bar Association Virginia State Bar. Serands clients in Virginia Beach, VA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Leslie Ray Watson is a lawyer practicing commercial real estate, environmental law, land use and zoning and 2 other areas of law
  • Leslie received a A.B. degree from College of William & Mary in 1969, and has been licensed for 53 years
  • Leslie practices at Wolcott Rivers Gates, Attorneys at Law in Virginia Beach, VA

Practice Areas Explained

Leslie Ray Watson's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Leslie Ray Watson handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Real Estate Law

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

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Commercial Real Estate

Leslie Ray Watson is one of 16,000 commercial re attorneys indexed nationally. Browse commercial re attorneys in Virginia →

Land Use & Zoning

Leslie Ray Watson is one of 40,226 zoning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse zoning attorneys in Virginia →

Environmental Law

Environmental attorneys for regulatory compliance, contamination, land use, and natural resource law.

Leslie Ray Watson is one of 56,434 environmental attorneys indexed nationally. Browse environmental attorneys in Virginia →

Entertainment & Sports Law

Entertainment lawyers for music, film, sports contracts, talent representation, and IP licensing.

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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 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 Leslie Ray Watson

Where is Leslie Ray Watson's law office located?
Leslie Ray Watson's law practice is located in Virginia Beach, Virginia. The firm is Wolcott Rivers Gates, Attorneys at Law. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Leslie Ray Watson handle?
Leslie Ray Watson focuses on real estate, commercial re, zoning, environmental, entertainment. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Virginia.
How long has Leslie Ray Watson practiced law?
Leslie Ray Watson has 53+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1973.
Where did Leslie Ray Watson go to law school?
Leslie Ray Watson earned their education at (J.D., 1973); (A.B., 1969).
How can I contact Leslie Ray Watson for a consultation?
You can contact Leslie Ray Watson 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 Leslie Ray Watson received?
Leslie Ray Watson's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
University of Virginia School of Law
- 1973
A.B.
College of William & Mary
- 1969

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Virginia
Admitted: 1973
U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Virginia
Admitted: 1974

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