Atty. Richard Scott Rafes

Atty. Richard Scott Rafes

Dr. Richard Scott Rafes is a lawyer practicing education, government/administrative, school law.

Caldwell Caldwell 49 yrs experience 49 year
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About Richard Scott Rafes at a glance

Richard Scott Rafes is an Univ. of N. TX System based in Caldwell, West Virginia. They have 49+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1977. Their practice focuses on education and government. Admitted to practice in Texas Texas Northern District Court Texas Eastern District Court (1977). Educated at University of Houston (J.D., 1977) and Lamar University (B.A. University, 1974). Serands clients in Caldwell, WV and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Dr. Richard Scott Rafes is a lawyer practicing education, government/administrative, school law
  • Richard received a B.A. degree from Lamar University in 1974, and has been licensed for 49 years
  • Richard practices in Caldwell, WV

Practice Areas Explained

Richard Scott Rafes's Areas of Practice

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

Education Law

Education attorneys for special education (IEP), school discipline, Title IX, and student rights.

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Government & Administrative Law

Attorneys for administrative law, agency hearings, government contracts, licensing, and public benefits.

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in West Virginia

Practicing law in West Virginia. Legal matters in West Virginia are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Caldwell are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate West Virginia state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in West 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 West Virginia courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Richard Scott Rafes

Where is Richard Scott Rafes's law office located?
Richard Scott Rafes's law practice is located in Caldwell, West Virginia. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Richard Scott Rafes handle?
Richard Scott Rafes focuses on education, government. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in West Virginia.
How long has Richard Scott Rafes practiced law?
Richard Scott Rafes has 49+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1977.
Where did Richard Scott Rafes go to law school?
Richard Scott Rafes earned their education at (J.D., 1977); (B.A. University, 1974).
How can I contact Richard Scott Rafes for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
University of Houston
- 1977
B.A. University
Lamar University
- 1974

Bar Admissions

Texas Texas Northern District Court Texas Eastern District Court
Admitted: 1977

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