Atty. Rod Sutherland

Atty. Rod Sutherland

Mr. Rod Sutherland is a lawyer practicing guardianship, trusts, estate planning and 25 other areas of law.

Virginia Beach Virginia Beach 44 Years Experience 44 year
Call (948) 777-5108

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Rod Sutherland is a Member based in Virginia Beach, Virginia, practicing at Rod K. Sutherland,Attorney at Law. They have 44+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1982. Their practice focuses on formation, wills, trusts, probate, and family law. Admitted to practice in Wyoming (1982) and Virginia U.S. Tax Court (1987). Educated at Arizona State University (B.S. Business, 1978) and University of Wyoming College of Law J.D. 1981 Senior Editor University of Wyoming College of Law J.D. University of Wyoming Law Review University of Wyoming College of Law J.D. 1980-1981 (—). Active member of Virginia State Bar (Member, Trusts and Estate Section) Virginia Trial Lawyers Association National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys Wealth Counsel LLC. Serves clients in Virginia Beach, VA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

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  • Mr. Rod Sutherland is a lawyer practicing guardianship, trusts, estate planning and 25 other areas of law
  • Rod received a B.S. degree from Arizona State University in 1978, and has been licensed for 44 years
  • Rod practices at Rod K. Sutherland,Attorney at Law in Virginia Beach, VA

Practice Areas Explained

Rod Sutherland's Areas of Practice

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

Business Formation

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Wills

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Trusts

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Probate

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Family Law

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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 Virginia Beach 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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Frequently Asked

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Where is Rod Sutherland's law office located?
Rod Sutherland's law practice is located in Virginia Beach, Virginia. The firm is Rod K. Sutherland,Attorney at Law. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Rod Sutherland handle?
Rod Sutherland focuses on formation, wills, trusts, probate, family law. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Virginia.
How long has Rod Sutherland practiced law?
Rod Sutherland has 44+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1982.
Where did Rod Sutherland go to law school?
Rod Sutherland earned their education at (B.S. Business, 1978); (—).
How can I contact Rod Sutherland for a consultation?
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Education

B.S. Business
Arizona State University
- 1978
University of Wyoming College of Law J.D. 1981 Senior Editor University of Wyoming College of Law J.D. University of Wyoming Law Review University of Wyoming College of Law J.D. 1980-1981
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Bar Admissions

Wyoming
Admitted: 1982
Virginia U.S. Tax Court
Admitted: 1987

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