Atty. Robert Joe Smitherman
Robert Joe Smitherman is a lawyer practicing commercial transactions law, creditors' rights law, real estate law and 2 other areas of law. Robert received a B.A. degree from Washington and Lee University in 1981, and has been licensed for 42 years.
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Robert Joe Smitherman is a Member based in Danville, Virginia, practicing at Robert J. Smitherman. They have 42+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1984. Their practice focuses on family law, business, real estate, creditor rights, and litigation. Admitted to practice in Virginia (1984). Educated at Marshall-Wythe School of Law, College of William & Mary (J.D., 1984) and Washington and Lee University (B.A., 1981). Active member of Danville Bar Association. Serands clients in Danville, VA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- Robert Joe Smitherman is a lawyer practicing commercial transactions law, creditors' rights law, real estate law and 2 other areas of law
- Robert received a B.A. degree from Washington and Lee University in 1981, and has been licensed for 42 years
- Robert practices at Robert J. Smitherman in Danville, VA
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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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Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
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Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.
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Robert Joe Smitherman is one of 42,948 creditor rights attorneys indexed nationally. Browse creditor rights attorneys in Virginia →
Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.
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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 Danville 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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