Atty. Thomas D. Stokes III

Atty. Thomas D. Stokes III

Thomas D. Stokes III is a lawyer practicing civil litigation, divorce / separation, insurance defense and 2 other areas of law.

Richmond Richmond 56 yrs experience 56 year
Call (804) 636-2538 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About Thomas D. Stokes III at a glance

Thomas D. Stokes III is a divorce, personal injury, litigation, insurance, and adr attorney based in Richmond, Virginia. They have 56+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1970. Admitted to practice in Virginia (1970), U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Virginia and U.S. Court of Appeals, Fourth Circuit (1971), and U.S. Supreme Court (1976). Educated at University of Virginia (J.D., 1970) and University of Virginia (B.A., 1967). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Richmond, Virginia and American Bar Associations Virginia State Bar Virginia Association of Defense Attorneys Defense Research Institute Virginia Trial Lawyers Association. Serands clients in Richmond, VA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Thomas D. Stokes III is a lawyer practicing civil litigation, divorce / separation, insurance defense and 2 other areas of law
  • Thomas received a B.A. degree from University of Virginia in 1967, and has been licensed for 56 years
  • Thomas practices in Richmond, VA

Practice Areas Explained

Thomas D. Stokes III's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Thomas D. Stokes III 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.

Thomas D. Stokes III is one of 50,487 divorce attorneys indexed nationally. Browse divorce attorneys in Virginia →

Personal Injury

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.

Thomas D. Stokes III is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Virginia →

Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

Thomas D. Stokes III is one of 454,532 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Virginia →

Insurance Law

Insurance attorneys for coverage disputes, bad faith claims, denied claims, and policy disputes.

Thomas D. Stokes III is one of 121,912 insurance attorneys indexed nationally. Browse insurance attorneys in Virginia →

Mediation & Arbitration

Mediators and arbitrators for civil, commercial, family, and employment dispute resolution.

Thomas D. Stokes III is one of 73,906 adr attorneys indexed nationally. Browse adr 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 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 Thomas D. Stokes III

Where is Thomas D. Stokes III's law office located?
Thomas D. Stokes III's law practice is located in Richmond, Virginia. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Thomas D. Stokes III handle?
Thomas D. Stokes III focuses on divorce, personal injury, litigation, insurance, adr. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Virginia.
How long has Thomas D. Stokes III practiced law?
Thomas D. Stokes III has 56+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1970.
Where did Thomas D. Stokes III go to law school?
Thomas D. Stokes III earned their education at (J.D., 1970); (B.A., 1967).
How can I contact Thomas D. Stokes III for a consultation?
You can contact Thomas D. Stokes III 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 Thomas D. Stokes III received?
Thomas D. Stokes III's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of Virginia
- 1970
B.A.
University of Virginia
- 1967

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Virginia
Admitted: 1970
U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Virginia and U.S. Court of Appeals, Fourth Circuit
Admitted: 1971
U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 1976

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