Atty. Richard A. Spokes

Atty. Richard A. Spokes

Richard A. Spokes is a lawyer practicing environmental permitting, real estate development, zoning and 1 other area of law.

Burlington Burlington 59 yrs experience 59 year
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About Richard A. Spokes at a glance

Richard A. Spokes is a Member based in Burlington, Vermont, practicing at Spokes Foley, P.L.C.. They have 59+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1967. Their practice focuses on real estate, zoning, and environmental. Admitted to practice in Vermont U.S. Supreme Court (1967). Educated at Boston University (LL.B., 1967) and University of Vermont (B.A., 1964). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Chittenden County, Vermont and American Bar Associations. Serands clients in Burlington, VT and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Richard A. Spokes is a lawyer practicing environmental permitting, real estate development, zoning and 1 other area of law
  • Richard A. received a B.A. degree from University of Vermont in 1964, and has been licensed for 59 years
  • Richard A. practices at Spokes Foley, P.L.C. in Burlington, VT

Practice Areas Explained

Richard A. Spokes's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Richard A. Spokes 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

Richard A. Spokes is one of 40,226 zoning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse zoning attorneys in Vermont →

Environmental Law

Environmental attorneys for regulatory compliance, contamination, land use, and natural resource law.

Richard A. Spokes is one of 56,434 environmental attorneys indexed nationally. Browse environmental attorneys in Vermont →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Vermont

Practicing law in Vermont. Legal matters in Vermont are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Burlington are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Vermont state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Vermont 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 Vermont courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Richard A. Spokes

Where is Richard A. Spokes's law office located?
Richard A. Spokes's law practice is located in Burlington, Vermont. The firm is Spokes Foley, P.L.C.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Richard A. Spokes handle?
Richard A. Spokes focuses on real estate, zoning, environmental. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Vermont.
How long has Richard A. Spokes practiced law?
Richard A. Spokes has 59+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1967.
Where did Richard A. Spokes go to law school?
Richard A. Spokes earned their education at (LL.B., 1967); (B.A., 1964).
How can I contact Richard A. Spokes for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Richard A. Spokes received?
Richard A. Spokes's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

LL.B.
Boston University
- 1967
B.A.
University of Vermont
- 1964

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Vermont U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 1967

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