
	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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86-Descriptions of Certification and Specialization

Using the word "specialize" in an advertisement does not automatically imply that a lawyer is a "recognized" or "certified" specialist, but it would be preferable for a lawyer to explain that the lawyer has limited his or her practice to certain areas.