Atty. Mark Joseph La Fratta

Atty. Mark Joseph La Fratta

Mark Joseph La Fratta is a lawyer practicing energy & utilities, government contracts, project finance and 2 other areas of law. Mark received a B.A. degree from University of Notre Dame in 1978, and has been licensed for 45 years.

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About Mark Joseph La Fratta at a glance

Mark Joseph La Fratta is a Partner based in Richmond, Virginia, practicing at McGuireWoods LLP. They have 45+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1981. Their practice focuses on environmental, government, and energy. Admitted to practice in Virginia (1981). Educated at College of William & Mary Marshall-Wythe School of Law (J.D., 1981) and University of Notre Dame (B.A., 1978). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Serands clients in Richmond, VA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Mark Joseph La Fratta is a lawyer practicing energy & utilities, government contracts, project finance and 2 other areas of law
  • Mark received a B.A. degree from University of Notre Dame in 1978, and has been licensed for 45 years
  • Mark practices at McGuireWoods LLP in Richmond, VA

Practice Areas Explained

Mark Joseph La Fratta's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Mark Joseph La Fratta handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Environmental Law

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

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Government & Administrative Law

Attorneys for administrative law, agency hearings, government contracts, licensing, and public benefits.

Mark Joseph La Fratta is one of 132,225 government attorneys indexed nationally. Browse government attorneys in Virginia →

Energy & Utilities Law

Energy attorneys for oil & gas, renewables, utility regulation, and energy sector transactions.

Mark Joseph La Fratta is one of 36,230 energy attorneys indexed nationally. Browse energy attorneys in Virginia →

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 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 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 Mark Joseph La Fratta

Where is Mark Joseph La Fratta's law office located?
Mark Joseph La Fratta'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 Mark Joseph La Fratta handle?
Mark Joseph La Fratta focuses on environmental, government, energy. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Virginia.
How long has Mark Joseph La Fratta practiced law?
Mark Joseph La Fratta has 45+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1981.
Where did Mark Joseph La Fratta go to law school?
Mark Joseph La Fratta earned their education at (J.D., 1981); (B.A., 1978).
How can I contact Mark Joseph La Fratta for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Mark Joseph La Fratta received?
Mark Joseph La Fratta's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
College of William & Mary Marshall-Wythe School of Law
- 1981
B.A.
University of Notre Dame
- 1978

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Virginia
Admitted: 1981

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