Atty. William Franklin Pugh

Atty. William Franklin Pugh

William Franklin Pugh is a lawyer practicing estate planning, trust law, wills & living wills and 3 other areas of law. William received a B.A. degree from Oral Roberts University in 1982, and has been licensed for 41 years.

Leesburg Leesburg 41 yrs experience 41 year
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About William Franklin Pugh at a glance

William Franklin Pugh is a Member based in Leesburg, Virginia, practicing at W. Franklin Pugh P.L.C.. They have 41+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1985. Their practice focuses on trusts, estate planning, employment, business, and poa. Admitted to practice in Virginia (1985) and U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Virginia (1986). Educated at George Mason University School of Law (J.D. George, 1985) and Oral Roberts University (B.A., 1982). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Loudoun County Bar Association Virginia State Bar. Serands clients in Leesburg, VA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • William Franklin Pugh is a lawyer practicing estate planning, trust law, wills & living wills and 3 other areas of law
  • William received a B.A. degree from Oral Roberts University in 1982, and has been licensed for 41 years
  • William practices at W. Franklin Pugh P.L.C. in Leesburg, VA

Practice Areas Explained

William Franklin Pugh's Areas of Practice

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

Trusts

William Franklin Pugh is one of 104,171 trusts attorneys indexed nationally. Browse trusts attorneys in Virginia →

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.

William Franklin Pugh is one of 226,536 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in Virginia →

Employment Law

Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.

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Business & Corporate Law

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

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Power of Attorney

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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 Leesburg 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 William Franklin Pugh

Where is William Franklin Pugh's law office located?
William Franklin Pugh's law practice is located in Leesburg, Virginia. The firm is W. Franklin Pugh P.L.C.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does William Franklin Pugh handle?
William Franklin Pugh focuses on trusts, estate planning, employment, business, poa. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Virginia.
How long has William Franklin Pugh practiced law?
William Franklin Pugh has 41+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1985.
Where did William Franklin Pugh go to law school?
William Franklin Pugh earned their education at (J.D. George, 1985); (B.A., 1982).
How can I contact William Franklin Pugh for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has William Franklin Pugh received?
William Franklin Pugh's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D. George
George Mason University School of Law
- 1985
B.A.
Oral Roberts University
- 1982

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Virginia
Admitted: 1985
U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Virginia
Admitted: 1986

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