Atty. Neil Stanton Kessler

Atty. Neil Stanton Kessler

Neil Stanton Kessler is a lawyer practicing insurance, real estate development & acquisition, real estate commercial ownership, leasing & management and 6 other areas of law. Neil received a B.A. degree from Washington and Lee University in 1969, and has been licensed for 53 years.

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Profile Summary

About Neil Stanton Kessler at a glance

Neil Stanton Kessler is a Partner based in Richmond, Virginia, practicing at Troutman Sanders LLP. They have 53+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1973. Their practice focuses on real estate, zoning, m&a, and insurance. Admitted to practice in Virginia (1973). Educated at The George Washington University (J.D., 1973) and Washington and Lee University (B.A., 1969). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Virginia State Bar. Serands clients in Richmond, VA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Neil Stanton Kessler is a lawyer practicing insurance, real estate development & acquisition, real estate commercial ownership, leasing & management and 6 other areas of law
  • Neil received a B.A. degree from Washington and Lee University in 1969, and has been licensed for 53 years
  • Neil practices at Troutman Sanders LLP in Richmond, VA

Practice Areas Explained

Neil Stanton Kessler's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Neil Stanton Kessler handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Real Estate Law

Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.

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Land Use & Zoning

Neil Stanton Kessler is one of 40,226 zoning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse zoning attorneys in Virginia →

Mergers & Acquisitions

Neil Stanton Kessler is one of 49,731 m&a attorneys indexed nationally. Browse m&a attorneys in Virginia →

Insurance Law

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

Neil Stanton Kessler is one of 121,912 insurance attorneys indexed nationally. Browse insurance 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 Neil Stanton Kessler

Where is Neil Stanton Kessler's law office located?
Neil Stanton Kessler's law practice is located in Richmond, Virginia. The firm is Troutman Sanders LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Neil Stanton Kessler handle?
Neil Stanton Kessler focuses on real estate, zoning, m&a, insurance. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Virginia.
How long has Neil Stanton Kessler practiced law?
Neil Stanton Kessler has 53+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1973.
Where did Neil Stanton Kessler go to law school?
Neil Stanton Kessler earned their education at (J.D., 1973); (B.A., 1969).
How can I contact Neil Stanton Kessler for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Neil Stanton Kessler received?
Neil Stanton Kessler's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
The George Washington University
- 1973
B.A.
Washington and Lee University
- 1969

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Virginia
Admitted: 1973

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