Atty. Richard D. Guy
Richard D. Guy is a lawyer practicing personal injury, real estate law, representation of builders/developers and 3 other areas of law.
Personal Injury & More Attorney · Serving Virginia Beach, VA · 70+ Years Experience
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About Richard D. Guy at a Glance
Richard D. Guy is an Of Counsel based in Virginia Beach, Virginia. They have 70+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1956. Their practice focuses on personal injury, business, real estate, and hoa. Admitted to practice in Maine (1956) and Virginia (1960). Educated at Washington College of Law of American University (LL.B., 1956) and University of Maine and American University (B.S., 1954). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Virginia Beach. Serves clients in Virginia Beach, VA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Richard D. Guy
- Richard D. Guy is a lawyer practicing personal injury, real estate law, representation of builders/developers and 3 other areas of law
- Richard received a B.S. degree from University of Maine and American University in 1954, and has been licensed for 70 years
- Richard practices in Virginia Beach, VA
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Richard D. Guy's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Richard D. Guy handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Virginia Beach.
Personal Injury in Virginia Beach
Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.
Richard D. Guy is one of 262,557 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Virginia →
Business & Corporate Law in Virginia Beach
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
Richard D. Guy is one of 497,491 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Virginia →
Real Estate Law in Virginia Beach
Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.
Richard D. Guy is one of 313,729 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in Virginia →
HOA & Condominium Law in Virginia Beach
Richard D. Guy is one of 5,574 hoa attorneys indexed nationally. Browse hoa attorneys in Virginia →
Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Virginia Beach
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 Virginia Beach 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 venue, 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.
Virginia Beach Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Virginia Beach-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Virginia Beach Choose Richard D. Guy
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish Richard D. Guy's practice in the field of personal injury, business, real estate, and hoa.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Richard D. Guy brings 70+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in Maine and Virginia, Richard D. Guy can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering personal injury, business, and real estate, Richard D. Guy can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Virginia Beach
A Virginia Beach-based practice means Richard D. Guy attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
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Common Legal Issues Richard D. Guy Handles in Virginia Beach
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters Richard D. Guy has experience with under Virginia law. If your situation involves one of these case categories, this attorney may be well positioned to help you understand your options.
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