Atty. Lisa Mackinnon Sharp

Atty. Lisa Mackinnon Sharp

Lisa Mackinnon Sharp is a lawyer practicing international law, appeals, toxic tort & environmental litigation and 1 other area of law. Lisa received a M.A. degree from Central European University, Budapest, Hungary in 2000, and has been licensed for 21 years.

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Profile Summary

About Lisa Mackinnon Sharp at a Glance

Lisa Mackinnon Sharp is an Associate based in Richmond, Virginia, practicing at McGuireWoods LLP. They have 21+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2005. Their practice focuses on personal injury, litigation, appellate, and international. Admitted to practice in New York (2005), Virginia (2005), U.S. Court of Appeals, Fourth Circuit (2006), and U.S. Court of Appeals, Fifth and District of Columbia Circuits U.S. District Court, Eastern District (2011). Educated at Central European University, Budapest, Hungary (M.A. State, 2000) and State University of New York at Buffalo J.D. magna cum laude 2004 (—). Serves clients in Richmond, VA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About Lisa Mackinnon Sharp

  • Lisa Mackinnon Sharp is a lawyer practicing international law, appeals, toxic tort & environmental litigation and 1 other area of law
  • Lisa received a M.A. degree from Central European University, Budapest, Hungary in 2000, and has been licensed for 21 years
  • Lisa practices at McGuireWoods LLP in Richmond, VA

Practice Areas Explained

Lisa Mackinnon Sharp's Areas of Legal Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Lisa Mackinnon Sharp handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Richmond.

Personal Injury in Richmond

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Civil Litigation in Richmond

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Appellate Practice in Richmond

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

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International Law in Richmond

International law attorneys for cross-border transactions, trade, foreign investment, and treaties.

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Jurisdictional Context

Why Local Counsel Matters in Richmond

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 Richmond 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.

Richmond Courts and Legal Process

Choosing a Richmond-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.

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Frequently Asked

Common Questions About Lisa Mackinnon Sharp

Where is Lisa Mackinnon Sharp's law office located?
Lisa Mackinnon Sharp's law practice is located in Richmond, Virginia. The firm is McGuireWoods LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Lisa Mackinnon Sharp handle?
Lisa Mackinnon Sharp focuses on personal injury, litigation, appellate, international. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Virginia.
How long has Lisa Mackinnon Sharp practiced law?
Lisa Mackinnon Sharp has 21+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2005.
Where did Lisa Mackinnon Sharp go to law school?
Lisa Mackinnon Sharp earned their education at (M.A. State, 2000); (—).
How can I contact Lisa Mackinnon Sharp for a consultation?
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Professional Profile

Why Clients in Richmond Choose Lisa Mackinnon Sharp

Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish Lisa Mackinnon Sharp's practice in the field of personal injury, litigation, appellate, and international.

Decade-Tested Legal Experience

Lisa Mackinnon Sharp brings 21+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.

Multi-State Bar Admission

Licensed in New York, Virginia, and U.S. Court of Appeals, Fourth Circuit, Lisa Mackinnon Sharp can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.

Broad Practice Area Coverage

Covering personal injury, litigation, and appellate, Lisa Mackinnon Sharp can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.

Local Presence in Richmond

A Richmond-based practice means Lisa Mackinnon Sharp attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.

Case Types

Common Legal Issues Lisa Mackinnon Sharp Handles in Richmond

Below is a representative sample of the types of matters Lisa Mackinnon Sharp has experience with under Virginia law. If your situation involves one of these case categories, this attorney may be well positioned to help you understand your options.

Car accident injury claims
Personal Injury
Slip and fall cases
Personal Injury
Wrongful death suits
Personal Injury
Workers' compensation appeals
Personal Injury

This list is illustrative, not exhaustive. Contact Lisa Mackinnon Sharp directly to discuss the specifics of your situation.

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Lisa Mackinnon Sharp's Practice Areas & Specializations

Education & Law School Background

M.A. State
Central European University, Budapest, Hungary
- 2000
—
State University of New York at Buffalo J.D. magna cum laude 2004
- In Progress

Bar Admissions & Licensed Jurisdictions

New York
Admitted: 2005
Virginia
Admitted: 2005
U.S. Court of Appeals, Fourth Circuit
Admitted: 2006
U.S. Court of Appeals, Fifth and District of Columbia Circuits U.S. District Court, Eastern District
Admitted: 2011

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