Atty. W. Dean Short

Atty. W. Dean Short

W. Dean Short is a lawyer practicing tax law, estate planning law, real estate law and 1 other area of law.

Newport News Newport News 67 yrs experience 67 year
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Profile Summary

About W. Dean Short at a glance

W. Dean Short is a Member based in Newport News, Virginia, practicing at Short, Short, Telstad & Kerr, P.C.. They have 67+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1959. Their practice focuses on estate planning, business, real estate, and tax. Admitted to practice in Kentucky (1959) and Virginia (1967). Educated at University of Kentucky (LL.B., 1959) and University of Kentucky (B.S.C., 1958). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of American Bar Association. Serands clients in Newport News, VA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • W. Dean Short is a lawyer practicing tax law, estate planning law, real estate law and 1 other area of law
  • W. received a B.S.C. degree from University of Kentucky in 1958, and has been licensed for 67 years
  • W. practices at Short, Short, Telstad & Kerr, P.C. in Newport News, VA

Practice Areas Explained

W. Dean Short's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases W. Dean Short handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

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.

W. Dean Short is one of 226,536 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in Virginia →

Business & Corporate Law

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

W. Dean Short is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Virginia →

Real Estate Law

Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.

W. Dean Short is one of 316,149 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in Virginia →

Tax Law

Tax attorneys handle IRS audits, tax debt, international tax, estate planning, and tax court litigation.

W. Dean Short is one of 85,302 tax attorneys indexed nationally. Browse tax 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 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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Frequently Asked

Common questions about W. Dean Short

Where is W. Dean Short's law office located?
W. Dean Short's law practice is located in Newport News, Virginia. The firm is Short, Short, Telstad & Kerr, P.C.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does W. Dean Short handle?
W. Dean Short focuses on estate planning, business, real estate, tax. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Virginia.
How long has W. Dean Short practiced law?
W. Dean Short has 67+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1959.
Where did W. Dean Short go to law school?
W. Dean Short earned their education at (LL.B., 1959); (B.S.C., 1958).
How can I contact W. Dean Short for a consultation?
You can contact W. Dean Short 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 W. Dean Short received?
W. Dean Short's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

LL.B.
University of Kentucky
- 1959
B.S.C.
University of Kentucky
- 1958

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Kentucky
Admitted: 1959
Virginia
Admitted: 1967

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