Atty. Michael James Woods
Michael James Woods is a lawyer practicing criminal law, dui/dwi, reckless driving and 26 other areas of law. Michael received a B.A. degree from Saint Leo College in 1989, and has been licensed for 34 years.
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Michael James Woods is a Principal based in Chesapeake, Virginia, practicing at The Law Offices of Michael J. Woods PC. They have 34+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1992. Their practice focuses on dui/dwi, divorce, car accidents, drug crimes, and child custody. Admitted to practice in Virginia (1992) and U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Virginia (1993). Educated at University of Dayton School of Law (J.D., 1992) and Saint Leo College (B.A., 1989). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Chesapeake Bar Association. Serands clients in Chesapeake, VA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- Michael James Woods is a lawyer practicing criminal law, dui/dwi, reckless driving and 26 other areas of law
- Michael received a B.A. degree from Saint Leo College in 1989, and has been licensed for 34 years
- Michael practices at The Law Offices of Michael J. Woods PC in Chesapeake, VA
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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 Chesapeake 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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