These summaries were prepared by McGuireWoods LLP lawyer Thomas E. Spahn. They are based on the letter opinions issued by the Virginia State Bar. Any editorial comments reflect Mr. Spahn's current personal views, and not the opinions of the Virginia State Bar, McGuireWoods or its clients. 
 
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13-Marketing - Miscellaneous

41-Non-Virginia Lawyers

55-Firm Names and Letterhead

If a law firm lists different states where its lawyers are licensed, the names of the lawyers should be included. A statement indicating that the law firm "serves" three jurisdictions might give the erroneous impression that each lawyer is licensed in those jurisdictions.

Copyright 2000, Thomas E. Spahn