Atty. Paul M. Yoder

Atty. Paul M. Yoder

Marshall Yoder has over 17 years experience representing a wide variety of clients, ranging from individuals, family-owned businesses and Native American tribes to Fortune 500 companies. His experience includes serving as a general legal counselor, troubleshooter and problem-solver for clients, both in and out of litigation.

Harrisonburg Harrisonburg 39 yrs experience 39 year
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Profile Summary

About Paul M. Yoder at a glance

Paul M. Yoder is an Of Counsel based in Harrisonburg, Virginia, practicing at Wharton Aldhizer & Weaver PLC. They have 39+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1987. Their practice focuses on wills, divorce, child custody, trusts, and family law. Admitted to practice in North Carolina (1987) and Virginia (2006). Educated at Campbell University (J.D., 1987) and University of North Carolina (B.A., 1980). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Virginia and North Carolina Bar Associations Virginia State Bar North Carolina State Bar. Serands clients in Harrisonburg, VA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Marshall Yoder has over 17 years experience representing a wide variety of clients, ranging from individuals, family-owned businesses and Native American tribes to Fortune 500 companies
  • His experience includes serving as a general legal counselor, troubleshooter and problem-solver for clients, both in and out of litigation
  • Mr. Yoder has a growing collaborative law practice in which he assists clients in identifying their real interests and achieving their goals
  • He joined Wharton Aldhizer & Weaver PLC from Poyner & Spruill LLP in Charlotte, NC where he served as co-head of that firm’s litigation section
  • Representative Experience Served as a law clerk in the Eastern District of North Carolina for the Honorable Franklin T. Dupree, Jr. from 1988-1990 and for the Honorable K. Edward Greene on the North Carolina Court of Appeals from 1987-1988 Memberships & Awards Collaborative Professionals of the Shenandoah Valley Civil Practice Committee of International Association of Collaborative Professionals Virginia's Legal Elite, Virginia Business Magazine AV Rated with Martindale-Hubbell Virginia State Bar North Carolina State Bar

Practice Areas Explained

Paul M. Yoder's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Paul M. Yoder handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Wills

Paul M. Yoder is one of 34,541 wills attorneys indexed nationally. Browse wills attorneys in Virginia →

Divorce

A divorce attorney guides you through property division, spousal support, custody, and the final decree — contested or uncontested.

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Child Custody & Visitation

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Trusts

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Family Law

Family law attorneys handle divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, prenups, and protective orders. Find verified family lawyers near you.

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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 Harrisonburg 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 Paul M. Yoder

Where is Paul M. Yoder's law office located?
Paul M. Yoder's law practice is located in Harrisonburg, Virginia. The firm is Wharton Aldhizer & Weaver PLC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Paul M. Yoder handle?
Paul M. Yoder focuses on wills, divorce, child custody, trusts, family law. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Virginia.
How long has Paul M. Yoder practiced law?
Paul M. Yoder has 39+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1987.
Where did Paul M. Yoder go to law school?
Paul M. Yoder earned their education at (J.D., 1987); (B.A., 1980).
How can I contact Paul M. Yoder for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Paul M. Yoder received?
Paul M. Yoder's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Campbell University
- 1987
B.A.
University of North Carolina
- 1980

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

North Carolina
Admitted: 1987
Virginia
Admitted: 2006

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