Atty. Nicole Thompson
Prior to specializing in education law, practiced criminal law as Public Defender in Chester County, Pennsylvania, and represented clients during felony and misdemeanor jury trials, pre-trials and post-trial motions, preliminary hearings, and appeals.
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Nicole Thompson is an Associate based in Richmond, Virginia, practicing at Harrell & Chambliss LLP. They have 26+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2000. Their practice focuses on education. Admitted to practice in Pennsylvania (2000) and Virginia (2010). Educated at Duquesne University J.D. (—) and LaSalle University B.A. (—). Active member of Virginia School Board Association - Council of School Attorneys, National School Board Association. Serands clients in Richmond, VA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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Prior to specializing in education law, practiced criminal law as Public Defender in Chester County, Pennsylvania, and represented clients during felony and misdemeanor jury trials, pre-trials and post-trial motions, preliminary hearings, and appeals
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Education attorneys for special education (IEP), school discipline, Title IX, and student rights.
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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 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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