Atty. Russell Wayne Updike

Atty. Russell Wayne Updike

Russell Wayne Updike is a lawyer practicing plaintiffs personal injury law, fela, medical malpractice and 3 other areas of law. Russell received a B.S. degree from Virginia Commonwealth University in 1986, and has been licensed for 36 years.

Covington Covington 36 yrs experience 36 year
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Profile Summary

About Russell Wayne Updike at a glance

Russell Wayne Updike is a Member based in Covington, Virginia, practicing at Updike, Nicely & Crawford, PLC. They have 36+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1990. Their practice focuses on medical malpractice, personal injury, workers comp, ssd, and traffic. Admitted to practice in Virginia (1990). Educated at University of Richmond T.C. Williams School of Law (J.D., 1990) and Virginia Commonwealth University (B.S., 1986). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Serands clients in Covington, VA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Russell Wayne Updike is a lawyer practicing plaintiffs personal injury law, fela, medical malpractice and 3 other areas of law
  • Russell received a B.S. degree from Virginia Commonwealth University in 1986, and has been licensed for 36 years
  • Russell practices at Updike, Nicely & Crawford, PLC in Covington, VA

Practice Areas Explained

Russell Wayne Updike's Areas of Practice

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

Medical Malpractice

Medical malpractice lawyers represent patients harmed by negligent doctors, hospitals, and other providers. Free case review, no fee unless you win.

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Personal Injury

Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.

Russell Wayne Updike is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Virginia →

Workers Compensation

Workers compensation lawyers help injured workers get medical care, lost wages, and disability benefits. Free consult, no fee unless you win.

Russell Wayne Updike is one of 55,389 workers comp attorneys indexed nationally. Browse workers comp attorneys in Virginia →

Social Security Disability

SSDI and SSI attorneys for disability claims, denied benefits, and Social Security appeals.

Russell Wayne Updike is one of 26,532 ssd attorneys indexed nationally. Browse ssd attorneys in Virginia →

Traffic Violations

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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 Covington 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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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Russell Wayne Updike

Where is Russell Wayne Updike's law office located?
Russell Wayne Updike's law practice is located in Covington, Virginia. The firm is Updike, Nicely & Crawford, PLC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Russell Wayne Updike handle?
Russell Wayne Updike focuses on medical malpractice, personal injury, workers comp, ssd, traffic. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Virginia.
How long has Russell Wayne Updike practiced law?
Russell Wayne Updike has 36+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1990.
Where did Russell Wayne Updike go to law school?
Russell Wayne Updike earned their education at (J.D., 1990); (B.S., 1986).
How can I contact Russell Wayne Updike for a consultation?
You can contact Russell Wayne Updike directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has Russell Wayne Updike received?
Russell Wayne Updike's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
University of Richmond T.C. Williams School of Law
- 1990
B.S.
Virginia Commonwealth University
- 1986

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Virginia
Admitted: 1990

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