Atty. Scott James Golightly

Atty. Scott James Golightly

Scott James Golightly is a lawyer practicing estate planning and administration, business successions and succession, wills and trusts and 6 other areas of law. Scott received a B.A. degree from Christopher Newport College in 1993, and has been licensed for 28 years.

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Profile Summary

About Scott James Golightly at a glance

Scott James Golightly is a Shareholder based in Richmond, Virginia, practicing at Golightly Law. They have 28+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1998. Their practice focuses on formation, trusts, probate, estate planning, and business. Admitted to practice in Virginia (1998), U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Virginia (1998), and U.S. District Court, Western District of Virginia (1998). Educated at University of Richmond, T. C. Williams School of Law (J.D., 1998) and Christopher Newport College (B.A., 1993). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Virginia State Bar. Serands clients in Richmond, VA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Scott James Golightly is a lawyer practicing estate planning and administration, business successions and succession, wills and trusts and 6 other areas of law
  • Scott received a B.A. degree from Christopher Newport College in 1993, and has been licensed for 28 years
  • Scott practices at Golightly Law in Richmond, VA

Practice Areas Explained

Scott James Golightly's Areas of Practice

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

Business Formation

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Trusts

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Probate

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Estate Planning & Probate

An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.

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Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

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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 Richmond 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 Scott James Golightly

Where is Scott James Golightly's law office located?
Scott James Golightly's law practice is located in Richmond, Virginia. The firm is Golightly Law. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Scott James Golightly handle?
Scott James Golightly focuses on formation, trusts, probate, estate planning, business. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Virginia.
How long has Scott James Golightly practiced law?
Scott James Golightly has 28+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1998.
Where did Scott James Golightly go to law school?
Scott James Golightly earned their education at (J.D., 1998); (B.A., 1993).
How can I contact Scott James Golightly for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Scott James Golightly received?
Scott James Golightly's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of Richmond, T. C. Williams School of Law
- 1998
B.A.
Christopher Newport College
- 1993

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Virginia
Admitted: 1998
U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Virginia
Admitted: 1998
U.S. District Court, Western District of Virginia
Admitted: 1998

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