Atty. Matthew James Costa

Atty. Matthew James Costa

Matthew James Costa is a lawyer practicing automobile insurance defense, litigation. Matthew received a B.S. degree from Virginia Commonwealth University in 2008, and has been licensed for 15 years.

Richmond Richmond 15 yrs experience 15 year
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Profile Summary

About Matthew James Costa at a glance

Matthew James Costa is an Attorney based in Richmond, Virginia, practicing at McCandlish Holton, PC. They have 15+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2011. Their practice focuses on litigation and insurance. Admitted to practice in Virginia (2011). Educated at University of Richmond School of Law (J.D., 2011) and Virginia Commonwealth University (B.S., 2008). Serands clients in Richmond, VA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Matthew James Costa is a lawyer practicing automobile insurance defense, litigation
  • Matthew received a B.S. degree from Virginia Commonwealth University in 2008, and has been licensed for 15 years
  • Matthew practices at McCandlish Holton, PC in Richmond, VA

Practice Areas Explained

Matthew James Costa's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Matthew James Costa handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

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Insurance Law

Insurance attorneys for coverage disputes, bad faith claims, denied claims, and policy disputes.

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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 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 Matthew James Costa

Where is Matthew James Costa's law office located?
Matthew James Costa's law practice is located in Richmond, Virginia. The firm is McCandlish Holton, PC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Matthew James Costa handle?
Matthew James Costa focuses on litigation, insurance. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Virginia.
How long has Matthew James Costa practiced law?
Matthew James Costa has 15+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2011.
Where did Matthew James Costa go to law school?
Matthew James Costa earned their education at (J.D., 2011); (B.S., 2008).
How can I contact Matthew James Costa for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
University of Richmond School of Law
- 2011
B.S.
Virginia Commonwealth University
- 2008

Bar Admissions

Virginia
Admitted: 2011

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