Atty. Raena Smith Close

Atty. Raena Smith Close

Raena Smith Close is a lawyer practicing litigation. Raena received a B.A. degree from Northwestern University in 1994, and has been licensed for 26 years.

Reston Reston 26 yrs experience 26 year
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Profile Summary

About Raena Smith Close at a glance

Raena Smith Close is a litigation attorney based in Reston, Virginia. They have 26+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2000. Admitted to practice in Virginia U.S. Supreme Court (2000), District of Columbia (2000), and U.S. Court of Appeals, Fourth Circuit (2000). Educated at William & Mary School of Law (J.D., 2000) and Northwestern University (B.A., 1994). Serands clients in Reston, VA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Raena Smith Close is a lawyer practicing litigation
  • Raena received a B.A. degree from Northwestern University in 1994, and has been licensed for 26 years
  • Raena practices in Reston, VA

Practice Areas Explained

Raena Smith Close's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Raena Smith Close handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

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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 Reston 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 Raena Smith Close

Where is Raena Smith Close's law office located?
Raena Smith Close's law practice is located in Reston, Virginia. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Raena Smith Close handle?
Raena Smith Close focuses on litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Virginia.
How long has Raena Smith Close practiced law?
Raena Smith Close has 26+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2000.
Where did Raena Smith Close go to law school?
Raena Smith Close earned their education at (J.D., 2000); (B.A., 1994).
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Practice Areas

Education

J.D.
William & Mary School of Law
- 2000
B.A.
Northwestern University
- 1994

Bar Admissions

Virginia U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 2000
District of Columbia
Admitted: 2000
U.S. Court of Appeals, Fourth Circuit
Admitted: 2000

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