Atty. Marc Philip Messier

Atty. Marc Philip Messier

Marc Philip Messier is a lawyer practicing criminal defense, bankruptcy, child support and 12 other areas of law. Marc received a B.S. degree from Christopher Newport College in 1994, and has been licensed for 27 years.

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Profile Summary

About Marc Philip Messier at a glance

Marc Philip Messier is a Partner based in Newport News, Virginia, practicing at Dunnigan & Messier, P.C.. They have 27+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1999. Their practice focuses on dui/dwi, divorce, wills, child custody, and medical malpractice. Admitted to practice in Virginia (1999) and U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Virginia (2001). Educated at University of Dayton (J.D., 1998) and Christopher Newport College (B.S. Governmental, 1994). Active member of Virginia State Bar. Serands clients in Newport News, VA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Marc Philip Messier is a lawyer practicing criminal defense, bankruptcy, child support and 12 other areas of law
  • Marc received a B.S. degree from Christopher Newport College in 1994, and has been licensed for 27 years
  • Marc practices at Dunnigan & Messier, P.C. in Newport News, VA

Practice Areas Explained

Marc Philip Messier's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Marc Philip Messier handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

DUI / DWI Defense

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Divorce

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Wills

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Child Custody & Visitation

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Medical Malpractice

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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 Newport News 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 Marc Philip Messier

Where is Marc Philip Messier's law office located?
Marc Philip Messier's law practice is located in Newport News, Virginia. The firm is Dunnigan & Messier, P.C.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Marc Philip Messier handle?
Marc Philip Messier focuses on dui/dwi, divorce, wills, child custody, medical malpractice. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Virginia.
How long has Marc Philip Messier practiced law?
Marc Philip Messier has 27+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1999.
Where did Marc Philip Messier go to law school?
Marc Philip Messier earned their education at (J.D., 1998); (B.S. Governmental, 1994).
How can I contact Marc Philip Messier for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
University of Dayton
- 1998
B.S. Governmental
Christopher Newport College
- 1994

Bar Admissions

Virginia
Admitted: 1999
U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Virginia
Admitted: 2001

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