How are attorneys licensed in Virginia?
Attorneys must be licensed to practice law in Virginia. Licensing is handled by the Virginia State Bar which can be reached at (804) 775-0500. The mailing address is 707 E. Main Street, Suite 1500, Richmond, VA 23219. The Board of Bar Examiners is responsible for administering the Bar Exam. It can be reached at (804) 786-7490. The mailing address is Suite 225, Shockoe Centre, 11 South 12th Street, Richmond, VA 23219.