Richard G. Collins at a glance
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- Judge
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- Virginia · State
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Richard G. Collins
Biography
Professional career
- Before becoming a judge, Collins was a partner at Collins & Hyman (2016–present) and earlier at Collins Waltrip (2014–2016).
- Judge of the 9th Judicial District Juvenile and Domestic Relations District Court of Virginia, elected by the Virginia General Assembly on April 16, 2023
- Began his legal career as an assistant Commonwealth’s attorney for the Henrico County Commonwealth’s Attorney’s Office (until 2009), then joined Bartlett & Spirn in private practice
Education
- William & Mary Law School — J.D. (2005)
- in English Literature and History — St. Michael’s College — B.A. (2002)
Additional information
- Elected to the bench in 2023, bringing extensive litigation and public service experience to juvenile and domestic relations cases.
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
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Biography sources checked October 11, 2026.
Office of the Executive Secretary, Supreme Court of Virginia official judicial roster
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