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About Stuart J. Pearson at a glance
Stuart J. Pearson is a divorce, dui/dwi, personal injury, criminal defense, and family law attorney based in Roanoke, Virginia. They have 26+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2000. Admitted to practice in North Carolina (2000) and Virginia (2001). Educated at University of Memphis (J.D., 2000) and University of Virginia (B.A., 1997). Recognitions include CV Notable. Active member of Salem Roanoke County and Virginia Bar Associations Virginia State Bar Virginia Association of Defense Attorneys. Serves clients in Roanoke, VA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- Mr. Stuart J. Pearson is a lawyer practicing social security, criminal defense, divorce & separation and 7 other areas of law
- Stuart received a B.A. degree from University of Virginia in 1997, and has been licensed for 26 years
- Stuart practices in Roanoke, VA
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Stuart J. Pearson's Areas of Practice
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A divorce attorney guides you through property division, spousal support, custody, and the final decree — contested or uncontested.
Stuart J. Pearson is one of 45,063 divorce attorneys indexed nationally. Browse divorce attorneys in Virginia →
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Stuart J. Pearson is one of 26,859 dui/dwi attorneys indexed nationally. Browse dui/dwi attorneys in Virginia →
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.
Stuart J. Pearson is one of 238,048 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Virginia →
A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.
Stuart J. Pearson is one of 190,900 criminal defense attorneys indexed nationally. Browse criminal defense attorneys in Virginia →
Family law attorneys handle divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, prenups, and protective orders. Find verified family lawyers near you.
Stuart J. Pearson is one of 167,063 family law attorneys indexed nationally. Browse family law attorneys in Virginia →
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 Roanoke 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 venue, 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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