Petula C. Metzler at a glance
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Petula C. Metzler
Judge · Prince William Circuit Court
Biography
Professional career
- The Chief Judge of the 31st Judicial Circuit Court of Virginia, serving Prince William County, and has been on the bench since May 1, 2021
- Previous Judicial Role: Judge, 31st Judicial District Court of Virginia (appointed June 23, 2016)
- Earlier Career: Judicial law clerk to Hon. Lon E. Farris, 31st Judicial Circuit Court (2004–2006) Attorney at Blankingship & Keith, P.C. (2006–2013) Attorney at Compton & Duling, L.C., specializing in land use, zoning, real estate, and eminent domain (2013–2016)
- Clerk’s Office: (703) 792‐6015
- Clerk’s Office hours 8:30 AM–5:00 PM
Education
- The Catholic University of America, Columbus School of Law — J.D. (2004)
- in English, George Mason University — B.A. (1994)
Additional information
- Elected: May 1, 2021 by the Virginia General Assembly
- Former President, Prince William County Bar Association (2012–2013)
- Courtroom: Department Courtroom 1
- Virginia State Bar, Conference of Local Bar Associations
- Active in community service, including Kiwanis Club involvement
- Raised in rural North Carolina
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.
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Sources
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Office of the Executive Secretary, Supreme Court of Virginia official judicial roster
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