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Wade T. Anderson

Counsel

  • Richmond

P: (804) 783-7232

F: (804) 783-7291

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  • Collective Bargaining for Virginia Local Governments
  • Government
  • Labor & Employment

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  • Government
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Biography

Wade Anderson is a committed legal professional who brings deep experience assisting governments and school boards with complex legal matters. Before joining Sands Anderson, he served as in-house counsel to Henrico County Public Schools, a school division with 50,000 students and nearly 7,000 full-time employees. He also previously served as an attorney in Roanoke, Virginia, where he represented insurers and individuals in the defense of civil litigation cases throughout Virginia. Today, Wade applies his knowledge to help clients thoughtfully navigate complex legal landscapes — so they can come out ahead.

Wade enjoys working directly with school administrators, educators, and board members as he advises and guides them on various legal issues. He has experience supporting school divisions on a wide array of employment matters. As such, he’s well versed in the following areas:

  • Board governance
  • Board policies
  • The Virginia Freedom of Information Act
  • Data privacy

In addition, Wade has litigated cases involving:

  • Employment
  • Civil rights claims under 42 U.S.C. 1983
  • Tort defense
  • Insurance coverage

No matter the client he serves, Wade helps them address everything from the effects of legislative policies to operational nuances. His goal is to provide valuable insight that help each client find legal clarity. To do so, Wade communicates clearly, works efficiently, and supports them with practical advice.

Outside of the office, Wade is an avid podcast listener and also appreciates good food, having previously served as a restaurant critic for the Roanoke Times.


Professional Highlights

  • Has served as a law clerk on every appellate court in Virginia, including The United States Court of Appeals for the Fourth Circuit, the Supreme Court of Virginia, and the Virginia Court of Appeals
  • Represented clients at every level of Virginia trial and appellate courts, including drafting briefs and presenting oral arguments
  • Served as court-appointed counsel in the United States Court of Appeals for the Fourth Circuit
  • Served as Editor, Notes & Comments, University of Richmond Law Review

Recognition

  • “Rising Star” Designee, SuperLawyers Magazine, 2011
  • Young Lawyer of the Year, Roanoke Bar Association Young Lawyer, 2009
  • Third Place, The Robert R. Merhige, Jr. National Environmental Negotiation Competition
  • First Place, University of Richmond Negotiation Competition
  • First Place, Harry L. Carrico Moot Court for Appellate Advocacy

Favorite Book

  • I Am Charlotte Simmons
    by Tom Wolfe

Background

Education

  • High Point University
    B.A., 1994
    Political Science
  • The George Washington University
    M.A., 1997
    Political Management
  • University of Richmond School of Law
    J.D., 2002

Admissions

  • Virginia
  • U. S. Court of Appeals for the Fourth Circuit
  • U. S. District Court for the Eastern District of Virginia
  • U. S. District Court for the Western District of Virginia

Involvement

Professional Affiliations

  • Local Government Attorneys of Virginia (LGA)
    Amicus Committee Member, Nominating Committee Member, Member 2013 – Present
  • VSBA Council of School Attorneys (COSA)
    Immediate-Past President, 2018 – 2019
  • Board of Governors
    Virginia State Bar Local Government Section, 2020 – Present

Community Service

  • Henrico Education Foundation
    Board Member

Publications

News by Wade T. Anderson

  • What Can Employers Learn from the 2020 EEOC Enforcement and Litigation Statistics?

News About Wade T. Anderson

  • What Can Employers Learn from the 2020 EEOC Enforcement and Litigation Statistics?
  • Wade T. Anderson Joins Sands Anderson Law Firm
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