Atty. Wayne D. Berthelsen
Wayne D. Berthelsen is a lawyer practicing family law, divorce, child custody and 4 other areas of law.
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About Wayne D. Berthelsen at a glance
Wayne D. Berthelsen is a Member based in Fairfax, Virginia, practicing at Freeman & Berthelsen. They have 56+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1970. Their practice focuses on divorce, child custody, personal injury, family law, and child support. Admitted to practice in Virginia (1970), U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Virginia (1972), U.S. Supreme Court (1976), and U.S. Court of Appeals, Fourth Circuit (1979). Educated at American University, Washington, D.C. (J.D., 1970) and Drew University (B.A., 1967). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Fairfax and American Bar Association Virginia State Bar. Serands clients in Fairfax, VA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- Wayne D. Berthelsen is a lawyer practicing family law, divorce, child custody and 4 other areas of law
- Wayne received a B.A. degree from Drew University in 1967, and has been licensed for 56 years
- Wayne practices at Freeman & Berthelsen in Fairfax, VA
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Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Wayne D. Berthelsen handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.
A divorce attorney guides you through property division, spousal support, custody, and the final decree — contested or uncontested.
Wayne D. Berthelsen is one of 50,487 divorce attorneys indexed nationally. Browse divorce attorneys in Virginia →
Wayne D. Berthelsen is one of 31,241 child custody attorneys indexed nationally. Browse child custody 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.
Wayne D. Berthelsen is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Virginia →
Family law attorneys handle divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, prenups, and protective orders. Find verified family lawyers near you.
Wayne D. Berthelsen is one of 187,066 family law attorneys indexed nationally. Browse family law attorneys in Virginia →
Wayne D. Berthelsen is one of 24,688 child support attorneys indexed nationally. Browse child support attorneys in Virginia →
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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 Fairfax 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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