Represented Clients before all Virginia and North Carolina State Courts.
Represented clients before Federal Courts in North Carolina and Virginia
Represented Clients before the US Bankruptcy Courts for the Eastern District of North Carolina and Virginia
Represented Clients before the Social Security Administration
Represented Clients before the Workers' Compensation Commissons for the State of North Carolina and Commonwealth of Virginia
Attorney - Partner
Frank W. Ballance, PA
Warrenton, NC
08.1982 - 12.1990
Advised clients on their legal rights, obligations and liabilities under applicable laws.
Negotiated settlements between parties involved in disputes or litigations.
Represented clients at trial proceedings before judges or juries.
Examined real estate titles and deeds to determine ownership interests.
Developed case strategy plans based on the evidence presented by client's witnesses.
Performed document review activities as part of discovery process in civil cases.
Analyzed relevant precedents set by previous court decisions.
Ensured compliance with state bar association rules regarding professional conduct.
Maintained up-to-date knowledge of changes in local, state and federal laws.
Filed appeals when necessary after a judgment is rendered in a case.
Interviewed witnesses during pre-trial investigations or examinations.
Compiled evidence from police reports, medical records or other sources for use in court trials.
Advised clients on intricacies of law, fostering informed understanding of legal rights and obligations.
Assisted attorneys in preparing for hearings, depositions or trials by organizing files containing notes, documents and other materials needed for the proceedings.
Negotiated resolutions of cases with defense attorneys and judges.
Education
J.D. -
Howard Univerrsity School of Law
Washington, DC
05-1981
Certification
Virginia State Bar - May, 1981
North Carolina State Bar - August, 1982
United States District Court - Eastern District North Carolina - 1982
United States District Court Eastern District of Virginia - 1981
Timeline
Owner/Attorney
Ronnie C. Reaves, Professional Association
01.1990 - Current
Attorney - Partner
Frank W. Ballance, PA
08.1982 - 12.1990
Virginia State Bar - May, 1981
North Carolina State Bar - August, 1982
United States District Court - Eastern District North Carolina - 1982
United States District Court Eastern District of Virginia - 1981