Atty. Robert Wayne Lawrence

Atty. Robert Wayne Lawrence

Robert Wayne Lawrence is a lawyer practicing criminal defense, criminal law. Robert received a B.S.B.A. degree from Christopher Newport College, and has been licensed for 44 years.

Newport News Newport News 44 Years Experience 44 year
Call (948) 206-6583

Profile Summary

About Robert Wayne Lawrence at a glance

Robert Wayne Lawrence is a Tidewater Legal Aid Society based in Newport News, Virginia. They have 44+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1982. Their practice focuses on criminal defense. Admitted to practice in Virginia (1982). Educated at Howard University J.D. (—) and Christopher Newport College B.S.B.A. (—). Serves clients in Newport News, VA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Robert Wayne Lawrence is a lawyer practicing criminal defense, criminal law
  • Robert received a B.S.B.A. degree from Christopher Newport College, and has been licensed for 44 years
  • Robert practices in Newport News, VA

Practice Areas Explained

Robert Wayne Lawrence's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Robert Wayne Lawrence handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Criminal Defense

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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 Newport News 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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Robert Wayne Lawrence's law practice is located in Newport News, Virginia. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Robert Wayne Lawrence handle?
Robert Wayne Lawrence focuses on criminal defense. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Virginia.
How long has Robert Wayne Lawrence practiced law?
Robert Wayne Lawrence has 44+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1982.
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Education

Howard University J.D.
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Christopher Newport College B.S.B.A.
- In Progress

Bar Admissions

Virginia
Admitted: 1982

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