Atty. Stephen Alan Dunnigan
Stephen Alan Dunnigan is a lawyer practicing bankruptcy law, child support, criminal law and 15 other areas of law. Stephen received a B.A. degree from James Madison University in 1981, and has been licensed for 42 years.
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Stephen Alan Dunnigan is a Partner based in Newport News, Virginia, practicing at Dunnigan & Messier, P.C.. They have 42+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1984. Their practice focuses on dui/dwi, divorce, car accidents, child custody, and medical malpractice. Admitted to practice in Virginia (1984) and U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Virginia (1985). Educated at University of Richmond, T.C. Williams School of Law (J.D., 1984) and James Madison University (B.A. Political, 1981). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Virginia State Bar Virginia Trial Lawyers Association. Serands clients in Newport News, VA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- Stephen Alan Dunnigan is a lawyer practicing bankruptcy law, child support, criminal law and 15 other areas of law
- Stephen received a B.A. degree from James Madison University in 1981, and has been licensed for 42 years
- Stephen practices at Dunnigan & Messier, P.C. in Newport News, VA
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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 Newport News 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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