Atty. Richard Kent Bennett

Atty. Richard Kent Bennett

Richard Kent Bennett is a lawyer practicing defective and dangerous products, liability, governmental practice and 3 other areas of law. Richard received a B.A. degree from University of Virginia in 1971, and has been licensed for 51 years.

Richmond Richmond 51 yrs experience 51 year
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Profile Summary

About Richard Kent Bennett at a glance

Richard Kent Bennett is a Partner based in Richmond, Virginia, practicing at Harman Claytor Corrigan And Wellman A Professional Corporation. They have 51+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1975. Their practice focuses on construction, product liability, litigation, environmental, and insurance. Admitted to practice in Virginia U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Virginia U.S. District Court, Western District of (1975). Educated at University of Richmond (J.D., 1975) and University of Virginia (B.A., 1971). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Richmond, Virginia and American (Member, Environmental Law Section) Bar Associations Virginia State Bar Virginia Association of Defense Attorneys. Serands clients in Richmond, VA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Richard Kent Bennett is a lawyer practicing defective and dangerous products, liability, governmental practice and 3 other areas of law
  • Richard received a B.A. degree from University of Virginia in 1971, and has been licensed for 51 years
  • Richard practices at Harman, Claytor, Corrigan & Wellman A Professional Corporation in Richmond, VA

Practice Areas Explained

Richard Kent Bennett's Areas of Practice

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

Construction Law

Richard Kent Bennett is one of 40,689 construction attorneys indexed nationally. Browse construction attorneys in Virginia →

Product Liability

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Civil Litigation

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

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Environmental Law

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

Richard Kent Bennett is one of 56,434 environmental attorneys indexed nationally. Browse environmental attorneys in Virginia →

Insurance Law

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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

Common questions about Richard Kent Bennett

Where is Richard Kent Bennett's law office located?
Richard Kent Bennett's law practice is located in Richmond, Virginia. The firm is Harman Claytor Corrigan And Wellman A Professional Corporation. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Richard Kent Bennett handle?
Richard Kent Bennett focuses on construction, product liability, litigation, environmental, insurance. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Virginia.
How long has Richard Kent Bennett practiced law?
Richard Kent Bennett has 51+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1975.
Where did Richard Kent Bennett go to law school?
Richard Kent Bennett earned their education at (J.D., 1975); (B.A., 1971).
How can I contact Richard Kent Bennett for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Richard Kent Bennett received?
Richard Kent Bennett's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of Richmond
- 1975
B.A.
University of Virginia
- 1971

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Virginia U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Virginia U.S. District Court, Western District of
Admitted: 1975

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