Atty. Michael Thomas Trent

Atty. Michael Thomas Trent

Michael Thomas Trent is a lawyer practicing criminal defense, personal injury, dui & dwi and 4 other areas of law. Michael has been licensed for 16 years.

Halifax Halifax 16 yrs experience 16 year
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About Michael Thomas Trent at a glance

Michael Thomas Trent is a car accidents, dui/dwi, personal injury, criminal defense, and estate planning attorney based in Halifax, Virginia. They have 16+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2010. Admitted to practice in Virginia (2010). Educated at Suffolk University Law School (JD, 2010). Serands clients in Halifax, VA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Michael Thomas Trent is a lawyer practicing criminal defense, personal injury, dui & dwi and 4 other areas of law
  • Michael has been licensed for 16 years
  • Michael practices in Halifax, VA

Practice Areas Explained

Michael Thomas Trent's Areas of Practice

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

Car Accidents

Hurt in a car crash? Car accident lawyers fight insurance companies for fair compensation — free consult, no fee unless you win.

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DUI / DWI Defense

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Personal Injury

Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.

Michael Thomas Trent is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Virginia →

Criminal Defense

A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.

Michael Thomas Trent is one of 214,270 criminal defense attorneys indexed nationally. Browse criminal defense attorneys in Virginia →

Estate Planning & Probate

An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.

Michael Thomas Trent is one of 226,536 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning 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 Halifax 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 Michael Thomas Trent

Where is Michael Thomas Trent's law office located?
Michael Thomas Trent's law practice is located in Halifax, Virginia. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Michael Thomas Trent handle?
Michael Thomas Trent focuses on car accidents, dui/dwi, personal injury, criminal defense, estate planning. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Virginia.
How long has Michael Thomas Trent practiced law?
Michael Thomas Trent has 16+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2010.
Where did Michael Thomas Trent go to law school?
Michael Thomas Trent earned their education at (JD, 2010).
How can I contact Michael Thomas Trent for a consultation?
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Education

JD
Suffolk University Law School
- 2010

Bar Admissions

Virginia
Admitted: 2010

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