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The Supreme Court of Virginia reversed Bhagavan Antle's conviction for illegally purchasing lion cubs, ruling the relevant statute prohibits sale but not purchase. valawyersweekly.com/2026/06/17/va-…
Former state senator Joe Morrissey enters race for Petersburg City Council valawyersweekly.com/2026/06/17/for…
Richmond Circuit Court judges threaten legal action over courthouse conditions, prompting city council to form panel for possible $300 million replacement. bit.ly/4uPtwdo
🏆 Have you submitted a nomination for our Leaders in the Law and Up and Coming Lawyers awards? These awards honor standout attorneys at all levels who are making exceptional contributions to Virginia’s legal profession and community. Nominate: bit.ly/4xtd0SH
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Federal agencies propose a rule requiring recipients of federal grants to use the E-Verify system, expanding immigration compliance for many employers. valawyersweekly.com/2026/06/18/jus…
Breaking News: Thalhimer Realty Partners denies defamation claims by Richmond Flying Squirrels owner Lou DiBella in federal court over alleged threats and business disputes. valawyersweekly.com/2026/06/18/tha…
The U.S. Supreme Court ruled that a federal gun ban cannot be applied to marijuana users unless under influence, affirming second amendment rights in Texas. valawyersweekly.com/2026/06/18/us-…
Former state senator Joe Morrissey enters race for Petersburg City Council valawyersweekly.com/2026/06/17/for…
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The Supreme Court of Virginia reversed Bhagavan Antle's conviction for illegally purchasing lion cubs, ruling the relevant statute prohibits sale but not purchase. valawyersweekly.com/2026/06/17/va-…
The 4th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals ruled that a Virginia robbery conviction does not qualify as a crime of violence under federal sentencing guidelines. valawyersweekly.com/2026/06/16/4th…
⚠️ The nomination deadline has been extended to June 26 for our In-House Counsel awards! These awards recognize in-house attorneys at all levels who serve as leaders in the local in-house community. Nomination 🔗: bit.ly/48gGND9
The US district court formally dismissed the criminal indictment against turkey's Halkbank following a deferred prosecution agreement linked to diplomatic negotiations. valawyersweekly.com/2026/06/17/us-…
Hunton Andrews Kurth’s Richmond attorneys advised SpaceX on its historic $85.7 billion IPO, the largest public offering in Wall Street history. valawyersweekly.com/2026/06/17/ric…
SCOTUS News: Justices revive PI claim omitted from plaintiff’s bankruptcy bit.ly/4eubRSa
The U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Virginia ruled that nonparty executives cannot enforce an arbitration agreement against the Commonwealth of Virginia. valawyersweekly.com/2026/06/17/non…
County Attorney – Rockingham County | Virginia Lawyers Weekly valawyersweekly.com/county-attorne…
Benjamin Pace, partner at Williams Mullen, will serve as president of the Richmond Bar Association, succeeding Jennifer J. West. valawyersweekly.com/2026/06/16/ben…
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