Atty. Robert Clarkson Berkley

Atty. Robert Clarkson Berkley

Robert Clarkson Berkley is a lawyer practicing estate planning, labor and employment law, bankruptcy law. Robert received a A.B. degree from Duke University, and has been licensed for 59 years.

Lynchburg Lynchburg 59 yrs experience 59 year
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Profile Summary

About Robert Clarkson Berkley at a glance

Robert Clarkson Berkley is a estate planning, employment, and bankruptcy attorney based in Lynchburg, Virginia. They have 59+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1967. Admitted to practice in Virginia (1967), Georgia (1968), U.S. Supreme Court (1968), and U.S. Court of Military Appeals (1971). Educated at University of Virginia J.D. (—) and Duke University A.B. (—). Serands clients in Lynchburg, VA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Robert Clarkson Berkley is a lawyer practicing estate planning, labor and employment law, bankruptcy law
  • Robert received a A.B. degree from Duke University, and has been licensed for 59 years
  • Robert practices in Lynchburg, VA

Practice Areas Explained

Robert Clarkson Berkley's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Robert Clarkson Berkley 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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Employment Law

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

Robert Clarkson Berkley is one of 169,120 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in Virginia →

Bankruptcy & Debt

A bankruptcy attorney can help you eliminate debt, stop creditor harassment, and protect your home through Chapter 7 or Chapter 13.

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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 Lynchburg 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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Where is Robert Clarkson Berkley's law office located?
Robert Clarkson Berkley's law practice is located in Lynchburg, Virginia. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Robert Clarkson Berkley handle?
Robert Clarkson Berkley focuses on estate planning, employment, bankruptcy. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Virginia.
How long has Robert Clarkson Berkley practiced law?
Robert Clarkson Berkley has 59+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1967.
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Education

University of Virginia J.D.
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Duke University A.B.
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Bar Admissions

Virginia
Admitted: 1967
Georgia
Admitted: 1968
U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 1968
U.S. Court of Military Appeals
Admitted: 1971

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