Atty. Robert J. Duffett
After a two year battle with glioblastoma multiforme brain cancer, Rob Duffett passed away on August 11, 2013. He is survived by his wife and two daughters.
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Robert J. Duffett is a Deceased based in Falls Church, Virginia, practicing at Baskin, Jackson, Zetlin & Mothershead PC. They have 35+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1991. Admitted to practice in Virginia (1991). Educated at University of Richmond J.D. (—) and Indiana University B.S. (—). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Fairfax Bar Association. Serands clients in Falls Church, VA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- After a two year battle with glioblastoma multiforme brain cancer, Rob Duffett passed away on August 11, 2013
- He is survived by his wife and two daughters
- Upon learning of his diagnosis, Rob partnered with attorney Martha Mothershead (see her bio on our site) to maintain ongoing matters and transition his landlord-tenant practice into her capable hands
- A lifelong resident of Virginia, Rob appeared regularly in the state courts of all Northern Virginia jurisdictions and successfully argued before the Virginia Supreme Court
- His practice emphasized litigation with a focus on leasing issues relating to landlord-tenant disputes and the drafting and review of commercial and residential leases
- Rob was a frequent speaker on landlord-tenant law
- Some of the organizations he addressed include The Virginia Sheriff's Civil Enforcement Association, the Northern Virginia Association of Realtors, and United States Department of State
- He was a featured speaker at continuing legal education seminars relating to commercial and residential leasing and was quoted in the Washington Post and Wall Street Journal online
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 Falls Church 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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