Atty. Robert E. Henley III
Bob Henley's practice focuses on family law including divorce, separation agreements, pre-marital agreements, property division, custody, child and spousal support. He has over 35 years of legal experience covering a broad range of legal matters.
Civil Litigation & More Attorney · Serving Richmond, VA · 49+ Years Experience
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About Robert E. Henley III at a Glance
Robert E. Henley III is a Shareholder based in Richmond, Virginia, practicing at Stiles Ewing Powers PC. They have 49+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1977. Their practice focuses on divorce, family law, and litigation. Admitted to practice in Virginia (1977), U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Virginia (1977), U.S. District Court Eastern, District of Virginia (1977), and U.S. District Court, Western District of Virginia (1977). Educated at Marshall-Wythe School of Law, College of William & Mary (J.D., 1977) and University of Virginia (B.A., 1974). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Virginia State Bar Virginia Bar Association Metro Richmond Family Law Bar Association (President, 2010-2011 Treasurer, 2007-2008) Henrico County Bar Association. Serves clients in Richmond, VA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Robert E. Henley III
- Bob Henley's practice focuses on family law including divorce, separation agreements, pre-marital agreements, property division, custody, child and spousal support
- He has over 35 years of legal experience covering a broad range of legal matters
- Bob is a past president of the Metro Richmond Family Law Bar Association, an association of attorneys practicing family law in the Richmond, Henrico, Chesterfield, Hanover and Colonial Heights courts
- He has been selected as a fellow of the Litigation Counsel of America, an invitation-only honorary society consisting of less than one-half of one percent of American lawyers
- He is peer review rated AV (very high to preeminent) by Martindale Hubbell
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Practice Areas Explained
Robert E. Henley III's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Robert E. Henley III handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Richmond.
Divorce in Richmond
A divorce attorney guides you through property division, spousal support, custody, and the final decree — contested or uncontested.
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Family Law in Richmond
Family law attorneys handle divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, prenups, and protective orders. Find verified family lawyers near you.
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Civil Litigation in Richmond
Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Richmond
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 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.
Richmond Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Richmond-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Why Clients in Richmond Choose Robert E. Henley III
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish Robert E. Henley III's practice in the field of divorce, family law, and litigation.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Robert E. Henley III brings 49+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in Virginia, U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Virginia, and U.S. District Court Eastern, District of Virginia, Robert E. Henley III can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering divorce, family law, and litigation, Robert E. Henley III can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Richmond
A Richmond-based practice means Robert E. Henley III attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
Case Types
Common Legal Issues Robert E. Henley III Handles in Richmond
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