Christopher R. Papile at a glance
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Christopher R. Papile
Judge · Newport News Circuit Court
Biography
Professional career
- Board Director, Boys & Girls Club of the Virginia Peninsula (since 2011)
- Circuit Court Judge for the 7th Judicial Circuit of Virginia, serving in Newport News, and is also listed as Presiding Judge and Chief Judge for that circuit
- Clerk’s Office: Hon. Angela F. Reason, Clerk of Circuit Court; (757) 926‐8561
- Legal Practice: Former partner at Kaufman & Canoles, P.C. in Newport News
Education
- B.A. – Christopher Newport University J.D. – University of Richmond School of Law, 1991
Additional information
- Judicial Service: Appointed to the 7th Judicial District Court of Virginia in 2015 Now serves on the 7th Judicial Circuit Court
- Courtroom: Courtroom 1, 2500 Washington Avenue, Newport News, VA 23607
- focusing on commercial litigation, lending/banking disputes, title and real estate disputes, and construction disputes
- Active in the American Red Cross and Norfolk Community Services Foundation
Applicable Court Rules & Procedures
Cell Phones And Electronic Devices
Statewide
Virginia courts commonly restrict cell phones and other electronic devices in court buildings; counsel and litigants should check the local court policy before arrival.
Most courts in Virginia do not allow you to bring a cell phone or other electronic device into the building.Cell Phone & Electronic Device Policy ↗
Sources
Identity source checked July 26, 2026.
Biography sources checked October 11, 2026.
Office of the Executive Secretary, Supreme Court of Virginia official judicial roster
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View Office of the Executive Secretary, Supreme Court of Virginia official judicial roster ↗Cell Phone & Electronic Device Policy
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View Cell Phone & Electronic Device Policy ↗