Atty. Richard Roche Sayers

Atty. Richard Roche Sayers

Richard Roche Sayers is a lawyer practicing corporate, partnership, business law and 5 other areas of law. Richard received a B.A. degree from University of Virginia in 1976, and has been licensed for 45 years.

Roanoke Roanoke 45 yrs experience 45 year
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About Richard Roche Sayers at a glance

Richard Roche Sayers is a Member based in Roanoke, Virginia, practicing at Magee Goldstein Lasky & Sayers, P.C.. They have 45+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1981. Their practice focuses on estate planning, business, real estate, tax, and securities. Admitted to practice in Virginia (1981), Tennessee (1981), and U.S. District Court, Western District of Virginia and U.S. Court of Appeals, Fourth Circuit (1981). Educated at Washington & Lee University (J.D., 1981) and University of Virginia (B.A. Memphis, 1976). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Roanoke, Tennessee, Virginia and American Bar Associations Virginia State Bar (Member, Sections on: Real Property Business Tax Trust and Estates) Roanoke Valley Estate Planning Council. Serands clients in Roanoke, VA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Richard Roche Sayers is a lawyer practicing corporate, partnership, business law and 5 other areas of law
  • Richard received a B.A. degree from University of Virginia in 1976, and has been licensed for 45 years
  • Richard practices at Magee Goldstein Lasky & Sayers, P.C. in Roanoke, VA

Practice Areas Explained

Richard Roche Sayers's Areas of Practice

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

Estate Planning & Probate

An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.

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Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

Richard Roche Sayers is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Virginia →

Real Estate Law

Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.

Richard Roche Sayers is one of 316,149 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in Virginia →

Tax Law

Tax attorneys handle IRS audits, tax debt, international tax, estate planning, and tax court litigation.

Richard Roche Sayers is one of 85,302 tax attorneys indexed nationally. Browse tax attorneys in Virginia →

Securities 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 Roanoke 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 Roche Sayers

Where is Richard Roche Sayers's law office located?
Richard Roche Sayers's law practice is located in Roanoke, Virginia. The firm is Magee Goldstein Lasky & Sayers, P.C.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Richard Roche Sayers handle?
Richard Roche Sayers focuses on estate planning, business, real estate, tax, securities. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Virginia.
How long has Richard Roche Sayers practiced law?
Richard Roche Sayers has 45+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1981.
Where did Richard Roche Sayers go to law school?
Richard Roche Sayers earned their education at (J.D., 1981); (B.A. Memphis, 1976).
How can I contact Richard Roche Sayers for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Richard Roche Sayers received?
Richard Roche Sayers's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
Washington & Lee University
- 1981
B.A. Memphis
University of Virginia
- 1976

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Virginia
Admitted: 1981
Tennessee
Admitted: 1981
U.S. District Court, Western District of Virginia and U.S. Court of Appeals, Fourth Circuit
Admitted: 1981

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