Atty. Matthew Michael DeFrank

Atty. Matthew Michael DeFrank

Matthew Michael DeFrank is a lawyer practicing litigation, international trade. Matthew Michael received a B.A. degree from Wake Forest University in 1996, and has been licensed for 24 years.

Richmond Richmond 24 yrs experience 24 year
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Profile Summary

About Matthew Michael DeFrank at a glance

Matthew Michael DeFrank is a CarMax Corporate Headquarters based in Richmond, Virginia. They have 24+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2002. Their practice focuses on litigation and international. Admitted to practice in Texas (2002) and District of Columbia Virginia (2003). Educated at University of Texas (J.D., 2002) and Wake Forest University (B.A., 1996). Serands clients in Richmond, VA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Matthew Michael DeFrank is a lawyer practicing litigation, international trade
  • Matthew Michael received a B.A. degree from Wake Forest University in 1996, and has been licensed for 24 years
  • Matthew Michael practices in Richmond, VA

Practice Areas Explained

Matthew Michael DeFrank's Areas of Practice

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

Civil Litigation

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International Law

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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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Where is Matthew Michael DeFrank's law office located?
Matthew Michael DeFrank's law practice is located in Richmond, Virginia. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Matthew Michael DeFrank handle?
Matthew Michael DeFrank focuses on litigation, international. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Virginia.
How long has Matthew Michael DeFrank practiced law?
Matthew Michael DeFrank has 24+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2002.
Where did Matthew Michael DeFrank go to law school?
Matthew Michael DeFrank earned their education at (J.D., 2002); (B.A., 1996).
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Education

J.D.
University of Texas
- 2002
B.A.
Wake Forest University
- 1996

Bar Admissions

Texas
Admitted: 2002
District of Columbia Virginia
Admitted: 2003

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