Atty. Scot A. Katona

Atty. Scot A. Katona

Scot A. Katona is a lawyer practicing general practice, residential & commercial real estate, wills, trusts & estate administration and 7 other areas of law.

Tappahannock Tappahannock 42 yrs experience 42 year
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About Scot A. Katona at a glance

Scot A. Katona is a Partner based in Tappahannock, Virginia, practicing at Dillard and Katona. They have 42+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1984. Their practice focuses on dui/dwi, trusts, probate, personal injury, and family law. Admitted to practice in West Virginia (Inactive) (1984) and Virginia (1986). Educated at Marshall-Wythe School of Law, College of William & Mary (J.D., 1984) and University of Virginia (B.S. Commerce, 1980). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Northern Neck Bar Association Virginia State Bar. Serands clients in Tappahannock, VA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Scot A. Katona is a lawyer practicing general practice, residential & commercial real estate, wills, trusts & estate administration and 7 other areas of law
  • Scot received a B.S. degree from University of Virginia in 1980, and has been licensed for 42 years
  • Scot practices at Dillard and Katona in Tappahannock, VA

Practice Areas Explained

Scot A. Katona's Areas of Practice

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

DUI / DWI Defense

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Trusts

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Probate

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Personal Injury

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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 Tappahannock 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 Scot A. Katona

Where is Scot A. Katona's law office located?
Scot A. Katona's law practice is located in Tappahannock, Virginia. The firm is Dillard and Katona. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Scot A. Katona handle?
Scot A. Katona focuses on dui/dwi, trusts, probate, personal injury, family law. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Virginia.
How long has Scot A. Katona practiced law?
Scot A. Katona has 42+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1984.
Where did Scot A. Katona go to law school?
Scot A. Katona earned their education at (J.D., 1984); (B.S. Commerce, 1980).
How can I contact Scot A. Katona for a consultation?
You can contact Scot A. Katona 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 Scot A. Katona received?
Scot A. Katona's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
Marshall-Wythe School of Law, College of William & Mary
- 1984
B.S. Commerce
University of Virginia
- 1980

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

West Virginia (Inactive)
Admitted: 1984
Virginia
Admitted: 1986

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