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About Robert C. Goad at a glance
Robert C. Goad is a Member based in Amherst, Virginia, practicing at Shrader & Goad Law Office. They have 80+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1946. Their practice focuses on criminal defense, family law, estate planning, real estate, and litigation. Admitted to practice in Virginia (1946). Educated at University of Richmond, T.C. Williams School of Law (J.D., 2011) and University of Virginia (B.A. Economics, 2006). Serves clients in Amherst, VA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- Hon. Robert C. Goad is a lawyer practicing real estate, estate planning, criminal defense and 2 other areas of law
- Robert received a B.A. degree from University of Virginia in 2006, and has been licensed for 80 years
- Robert practices at Shrader & Goad Law Office in Amherst, VA
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Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Robert C. Goad handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.
A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.
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Family law attorneys handle divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, prenups, and protective orders. Find verified family lawyers near you.
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An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.
Robert C. Goad is one of 203,974 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in Virginia →
Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.
Robert C. Goad is one of 286,061 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in Virginia →
Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.
Robert C. Goad is one of 409,070 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Virginia →
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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 Amherst 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.
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