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Joshua R.C. Justus

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Stephanie Barth540.983.9301
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Joshua Justus is a member of the firm’s General Commercial group where his practice focuses on corporate, real estate matters, and mergers/acquisitions. In addition to his established practice areas, Joshua is deepening his knowledge and capability in the field of bankruptcy and creditor’s rights. In the course of his practice, Joshua works with business owners, executives, and stakeholders to ensure their concerns are addressed and interests are protected as he helps them further develop their businesses through various transactions.

Being a native of Southwest Virginia and growing up exploring the Appalachian Mountains in and around Hurley, Virginia, Joshua is right at home nestled in the New River Valley. Prior to joining the firm as an attorney, Joshua was a Summer Associate with Gentry Locke and served as a Legal Intern in the Office of the Federal Public Defender for the Western District of Virginia.

Joshua earned his J.D. from Washington and Lee University School of Law where he was an Editor of the German Law Journal, member of the American Constitutional Society, and member of the Business Law Association. He graduated with his B.A. from the University of Virginia.

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  • Who or what inspired you to become a lawyer?

    Admittedly, I did not plan to be a lawyer from childhood, rather I found the profession through conscious exploration. I always had a vague knowledge of the profound impact that lawyers have on those they work with and represent (and vice versa), but it was not until I was serving with Americorps that I truly investigated the idea of being a lawyer. I spoke with my brother, then a practicing attorney in the D.C. area, sat in on some law school classes, reached out to former mentors, and ultimately discovered the sheer scope of avenues a legal career could take. Between the potential for exploration of unknown pathways and the unique challenges that being a lawyer presents, I knew I had found the career I wanted to pursue.

  • Outside of practicing law, what are your passions or hobbies?

    Unfortunately, I am a person of almost innumerable interests and insufficient time to dedicate to each, but I will list some of my favorites. My favorite hobby/pastime/necessary act is cooking in the broad sense of the term—baking, smoking, brewing, cooking, concocting, fermenting, and everything in between. I have found that sharing a home-cooked meal with those I care about is truly a timeless joy. I try to play tennis at least a few times a month and golf when the opportunity presents itself. I am (and forever will be) in the process of learning the old-time fiddle. Finally, I put out and tend a vegetable garden each summer—a practice I hope to never forego.

  • What life lesson do you think we all should follow?

    As the author of our own story, we control the pen.

Education

  • Washington and Lee University School of Law, J.D.
  • University of Virginia, B.A.

Experience

  • Facilitate closing of multi-million-dollar asset purchases and acquisitions transactions through document preparation and client engagement.
  • Preparation of documents for mergers and acquisitions including letters of intent, stock purchase agreements, asset purchase agreements, and accompanying ancillary documents.
  • Advise on compliance with and enforcement of local ordinances.
  • Draft and modify commercial lease agreements to fit client needs.
  • Craft terms and conditions for various commercial applications to ensure client interests are protected in commercial transactions.

Admissions

  • Virginia State Bar
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