Atty. Richard Carson Vorhis

Atty. Richard Carson Vorhis

Richard Carson Vorhis is a lawyer practicing criminal law, domestic relations law, contract litigation. Richard received a B.A. degree from University of Virginia in 1980, and has been licensed for 43 years.

Richmond Richmond 43 yrs experience 43 year
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About Richard Carson Vorhis at a glance

Richard Carson Vorhis is a contracts, criminal defense, family law, and breach of contract attorney based in Richmond, Virginia. They have 43+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1983. Admitted to practice in Virginia (1983). Educated at T.C. Williams School of Law, University of Richmond (J.D., 1983) and University of Virginia (B.A., 1980). Serands clients in Richmond, VA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Richard Carson Vorhis is a lawyer practicing criminal law, domestic relations law, contract litigation
  • Richard received a B.A. degree from University of Virginia in 1980, and has been licensed for 43 years
  • Richard practices in Richmond, VA

Practice Areas Explained

Richard Carson Vorhis's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Richard Carson Vorhis handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Contracts

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Criminal Defense

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Family Law

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Breach of Contract

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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 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

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Where is Richard Carson Vorhis's law office located?
Richard Carson Vorhis's law practice is located in Richmond, Virginia. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Richard Carson Vorhis handle?
Richard Carson Vorhis focuses on contracts, criminal defense, family law, breach of contract. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Virginia.
How long has Richard Carson Vorhis practiced law?
Richard Carson Vorhis has 43+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1983.
Where did Richard Carson Vorhis go to law school?
Richard Carson Vorhis earned their education at (J.D., 1983); (B.A., 1980).
How can I contact Richard Carson Vorhis for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
T.C. Williams School of Law, University of Richmond
- 1983
B.A.
University of Virginia
- 1980

Bar Admissions

Virginia
Admitted: 1983

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