Atty. Roy Shaw Mitchell

Atty. Roy Shaw Mitchell

Roy Shaw Mitchell is a lawyer practicing construction law, government contracts. Roy received a B.S. degree from Cornell University in 1957, and has been licensed for 67 years.

Great Falls Great Falls 67 Years Experience 67 year
Call (571) 648-1112

Profile Summary

About Roy Shaw Mitchell at a glance

Roy Shaw Mitchell is a Member based in Great Falls, Virginia, practicing at Roy S. Mitchell. They have 67+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1959. Their practice focuses on construction and government. Admitted to practice in District of Columbia (1959), Ohio (1960), U.S. Court of Federal Claims (1963), and U.S. Supreme Court (1965). Educated at George Washington University (J.D., 1959) and Cornell University (B.S., 1957). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of American Bar Association. Serves clients in Great Falls, VA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Roy Shaw Mitchell is a lawyer practicing construction law, government contracts
  • Roy received a B.S. degree from Cornell University in 1957, and has been licensed for 67 years
  • Roy practices at Roy S. Mitchell in Great Falls, VA

Practice Areas Explained

Roy Shaw Mitchell's Areas of Practice

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

Construction Law

Roy Shaw Mitchell is one of 36,357 construction attorneys indexed nationally. Browse construction attorneys in Virginia →

Government & Administrative Law

Attorneys for administrative law, agency hearings, government contracts, licensing, and public benefits.

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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 Great Falls 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

Common questions about Roy Shaw Mitchell

Where is Roy Shaw Mitchell's law office located?
Roy Shaw Mitchell's law practice is located in Great Falls, Virginia. The firm is Roy S. Mitchell. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Roy Shaw Mitchell handle?
Roy Shaw Mitchell focuses on construction, government. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Virginia.
How long has Roy Shaw Mitchell practiced law?
Roy Shaw Mitchell has 67+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1959.
Where did Roy Shaw Mitchell go to law school?
Roy Shaw Mitchell earned their education at (J.D., 1959); (B.S., 1957).
How can I contact Roy Shaw Mitchell for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Roy Shaw Mitchell received?
Roy Shaw Mitchell's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
George Washington University
- 1959
B.S.
Cornell University
- 1957

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

District of Columbia
Admitted: 1959
Ohio
Admitted: 1960
U.S. Court of Federal Claims
Admitted: 1963
U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 1965
Virginia
Admitted: 1967

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