Atty. William D. Hamner

Atty. William D. Hamner

William D. Hamner practices at Lane & Hamner, P.C.

North Chesterfield North Chesterfield 48 Years Experience 48 year
Call (804) 816-3854

Profile Summary

About William D. Hamner at a glance

William D. Hamner is a Partner based in North Chesterfield, Virginia, practicing at Lane & Hamner, P.C.. They have 48+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1978. Their practice focuses on contracts, trusts, personal injury, criminal defense, and family law. Admitted to practice in Virginia (1978), U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Virginia (1978), and U.S. Court of Appeals, Fourth Circuit U.S. Bankruptcy Court (1978). Educated at College of William & Mary (J.D., 1978) and University of Virginia (B.A., 1974). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Chester-Colonial Heights and Hanover County bar Associations Virginia State Bar Virginia Trial Lawyers Association. Serves clients in North Chesterfield, VA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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Practice Areas Explained

William D. Hamner's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases William D. Hamner handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Contracts

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Trusts

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Personal Injury

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Criminal Defense

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Family Law

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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 North Chesterfield 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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Frequently Asked

Common questions about William D. Hamner

Where is William D. Hamner's law office located?
William D. Hamner's law practice is located in North Chesterfield, Virginia. The firm is Lane & Hamner, P.C.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does William D. Hamner handle?
William D. Hamner focuses on contracts, trusts, personal injury, criminal defense, family law. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Virginia.
How long has William D. Hamner practiced law?
William D. Hamner has 48+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1978.
Where did William D. Hamner go to law school?
William D. Hamner earned their education at (J.D., 1978); (B.A., 1974).
How can I contact William D. Hamner for a consultation?
You can contact William D. Hamner 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 William D. Hamner received?
William D. Hamner's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
College of William & Mary
- 1978
B.A.
University of Virginia
- 1974

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Virginia
Admitted: 1978
U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Virginia
Admitted: 1978
U.S. Court of Appeals, Fourth Circuit U.S. Bankruptcy Court
Admitted: 1978

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