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COA reverses judgment for lack of service

The Court of Appeals of Virginia reversed a civil contempt order due to failure to demonstrate diligent efforts for personal service on an ex-husband residing in India.

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COA affirms planning commission’s authority

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Special Auto Cases presented by John Baker – Cooper Hurley

July 21st, 2026 | 10:00 AM

Complex motor vehicle injury cases demand a higher level of preparation, and no one knows that better than the Car Crash Experts. In this fr[...]

In-House Counsel Awards

September 17th, 2026 | 11:30 AM

Virginia Lawyers Weekly and Virginia Business recognize Virginia's top in-house counsel, who, among other things, navigate complicated contr[...]

Leaders in the Law/ Up and Coming Lawyers

October 22nd, 2026 | 5:30 PM

“Leaders in the Law” is Virginia Lawyers Weekly’s signature event. VLW honors an annual class of lawyers who are setting the standard [...]

Influential Women of Law

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This event honors outstanding women lawyers and judges who are making a difference in the profession, their communities, and our commonwealt[...]

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When not to believe (your lyin’ eyes)

Where is she now, this model who was so beautiful?

When the client brings ChatGPT to the consultation

Wire fraud litigation: Understanding the loss allocation rules for Article 4A

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A useful patent management government notice

Preparing and filing a U.S. patent application can be an arduous process. Company inventors meet with a patent attorney, emails are exchanged, the draft patent application is edited, drawings are […]

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If Virginia goes no-fault, where does fault fit?

Virginia family law faces debate over fault-based divorce as hb 303 proposes study and changes, impacting grounds and divorce procedures.

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Why Virginia Lawyers Weekly is proud to endorse Best Places to Work in Law Firms

Editor’s Note: At Virginia Lawyers Weekly, our mission has always been to serve the legal community with trusted news, insights, and resources that help law firms grow stronger, lead smarter, […]

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Million Dollar Plus Settlements of 2025

Following are settlements of at least $1 million reached in 2025 and reported to Virginia Lawyers Weekly.  Note (4/10/2026): This compilation has been edited to include an additional $1 million […]

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Influential Women of Law 2026

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US Supreme Court sides with marijuana user stripped of gun rights

US Supreme Court won’t hear bid by suspended judge, 98, to keep her job

US Supreme Court rebuffs challenge to New York law allowing suits against gun industry

US Supreme Court rejects Tata challenge to $168M award in trade secrets case

FILE PHOTO: Elon Musk at the OpenAI trial at a federal courthouse in Oakland

Elon Musk ordered to testify in election lottery cases; one lawsuit may be narrowed

Elon Musk must testify under oath in federal court in Texas over alleged election lottery fraud involving America PAC and a $1 million giveaway.

The Dome Building is one of the most recognized structures on the Oregon State Hospital North Campus. It now houses office space for the Oregon Department of Corrections.

Oregon to pay inmates who got COVID-19 in $49M class settlement

Oregon will pay $49 million in a class action settlement to inmates who contracted COVID-19 in prison and estates of those who died, resolving claims of inadequate care.

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Trump’s power takes center stage in US Supreme Court’s home stretch

The U.S. Supreme Court's term features major rulings on Donald Trump's presidential power, including birthright citizenship and federal agency firings.

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