Atty. Seth James Ragosta

Atty. Seth James Ragosta

Seth James Ragosta is a lawyer practicing civil litigation, commercial litigation, criminal defense and 6 other areas of law. Seth received a B.A. degree from University of Virginia in 2003, and has been licensed for 18 years.

Charlottesville Charlottesville 18 yrs experience 18 year
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About Seth James Ragosta at a glance

Seth James Ragosta is an Attorney based in Charlottesville, Virginia, practicing at Flora Pettit Pc. They have 18+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2008. Their practice focuses on divorce, child custody, criminal defense, family law, and employment. Admitted to practice in Massachusetts (2008). Educated at University of Virginia School of Law (J.D., 2008) and University of Virginia (B.A. History, 2003). Serands clients in Charlottesville, VA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Seth James Ragosta is a lawyer practicing civil litigation, commercial litigation, criminal defense and 6 other areas of law
  • Seth received a B.A. degree from University of Virginia in 2003, and has been licensed for 18 years
  • Seth practices at Flora Pettit PC in Charlottesville, VA

Practice Areas Explained

Seth James Ragosta's Areas of Practice

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

Divorce

A divorce attorney guides you through property division, spousal support, custody, and the final decree — contested or uncontested.

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Child Custody & Visitation

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Criminal Defense

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Family Law

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Employment Law

Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.

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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 Charlottesville 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 Seth James Ragosta

Where is Seth James Ragosta's law office located?
Seth James Ragosta's law practice is located in Charlottesville, Virginia. The firm is Flora Pettit Pc. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Seth James Ragosta handle?
Seth James Ragosta focuses on divorce, child custody, criminal defense, family law, employment. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Virginia.
How long has Seth James Ragosta practiced law?
Seth James Ragosta has 18+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2008.
Where did Seth James Ragosta go to law school?
Seth James Ragosta earned their education at (J.D., 2008); (B.A. History, 2003).
How can I contact Seth James Ragosta for a consultation?
You can contact Seth James Ragosta 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.

Education

J.D.
University of Virginia School of Law
- 2008
B.A. History
University of Virginia
- 2003

Bar Admissions

Massachusetts
Admitted: 2008

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