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.
Appeals & More Attorney · Serving Richmond, VA · 21+ Years Experience
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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
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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
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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Civil Litigation in Richmond
Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.
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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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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.
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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.
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