Jason Boleman

The American Bar Association issues Formal Opinion 523 clarifying lawyer withdrawal rights under engagement agreements, with context on Virginia rules.

The Court of Appeals of Virginia upheld a Richmond robbery suspect's photo lineup identification, rejecting claims of suggestive procedures.

Virginia bar associations have been asked by the General Assembly to evaluate candidates for four new Court of Appeals judgeships by Aug. 31.

The Virginia State Bar Clients’ Protection Fund authorized $264,643 in reimbursements to clients of 12 attorneys for incomplete or improper legal services.

The court of appeals of Virginia reversed a ruling that a skating center owed a duty to rescue a boy who died from an asthma attack on its premises.

Virginia Attorney General Jay Jones announced the recovery of two baby giraffes missing from Natural Bridge Zoo amid ongoing legal disputes and investigations.

A jury trial is scheduled for a defamation suit filed by Flying Squirrels owner Lou DiBella against Jason Guillot and Thalhimer Realty Partners.

Diana Cantor, a Richmond-area attorney and accountant, was elected chair of the Virginia Commonwealth University Health System board, the first elected chair in its history.

Glen Allen lawyer and accountant Diana Cantor was elected to chair the VCU Health board, becoming the health system's first elected chair.

Virginia amends noncompete law with SB 170, limiting enforceability for employees discharged without cause and requiring severance disclosure.