Atty. Richard Ethelbert Patrick

Atty. Richard Ethelbert Patrick

Mr. Richard Ethelbert Patrick is a lawyer practicing employment law, labor law, discrimination and 6 other areas of law.

Annandale Annandale 41 yrs experience 41 year
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Profile Summary

About Richard Ethelbert Patrick at a glance

Richard Ethelbert Patrick is a Principal based in Annandale, Virginia, practicing at Patrick Henry LLP. They have 41+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1985. Their practice focuses on employment, business, litigation, civil rights, and consumer. Admitted to practice in Virginia (1985), U.S. Court of Appeals, Fourth Circuit (1985), District of Columbia U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Virginia U.S. District Court, Western (1986), and U.S. District Court for the District of Columbia and U.S. Court of Appeals for the District of Colum (1986). Educated at University of Virginia (J.D., 1985) and Hampton Institute (B.A. Highest, 1982). Active member of District of Columbia Bar (Member, Sections on: Employment Law Computer Law) Virginia State Bar (Member, Sections on: Litigation General Practice) Metropolitan Washington Employment Lawyers Association. Serands clients in Annandale, VA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Mr. Richard Ethelbert Patrick is a lawyer practicing employment law, labor law, discrimination and 6 other areas of law
  • Richard received a B.A. degree from Hampton Institute in 1982, and has been licensed for 41 years
  • Richard practices at Patrick Henry LLP in Annandale, VA

Practice Areas Explained

Richard Ethelbert Patrick's Areas of Practice

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

Employment Law

Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.

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Business & Corporate Law

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Civil Litigation

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Civil Rights

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Consumer Protection

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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 Annandale 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 Richard Ethelbert Patrick

Where is Richard Ethelbert Patrick's law office located?
Richard Ethelbert Patrick's law practice is located in Annandale, Virginia. The firm is Patrick Henry LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Richard Ethelbert Patrick handle?
Richard Ethelbert Patrick focuses on employment, business, litigation, civil rights, consumer. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Virginia.
How long has Richard Ethelbert Patrick practiced law?
Richard Ethelbert Patrick has 41+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1985.
Where did Richard Ethelbert Patrick go to law school?
Richard Ethelbert Patrick earned their education at (J.D., 1985); (B.A. Highest, 1982).
How can I contact Richard Ethelbert Patrick for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
University of Virginia
- 1985
B.A. Highest
Hampton Institute
- 1982

Bar Admissions

Virginia
Admitted: 1985
U.S. Court of Appeals, Fourth Circuit
Admitted: 1985
District of Columbia U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Virginia U.S. District Court, Western
Admitted: 1986
U.S. District Court for the District of Columbia and U.S. Court of Appeals for the District of Colum
Admitted: 1986
West Virginia
Admitted: 2007

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