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also known as Chip Royer
Chip Royer enjoys a very busy law practice across the state of Virginia with a focus on business, banking and real estate.
Chip graduated Phi Beta Kappa from the University of Virginia and is also a graduate of the University of Virginia School of Law. He served as General Counsel for the Paramount Theater of Charlottesville, Inc., and is a member of the Board of Directors and general counsel for Blue Mountain Brewery in Afton, Virginia, and its affiliates. He and his firm perform a substantial amount of pro bono work for the area's charities and non profit organizations, including counseling them on organizational and business issues.
Chip began his legal career as an associate with the Houston, Texas, based law firm of Bracewell & Patterson, LLP, now known as Bracewell & Giuliani, LLP. There Chip Royer spent much of his time assisting general counsel with the construction of large public venues, including NBA and NFL stadiums. Chip also served for two years as Asset Manager, General Counsel and Chief Restructuring Officer for Charlottesville-based Mosaico, LLC, having overseen the nationally acclaimed turnaround of Ohio’s Hartstone Pottery as well as the acquisition and redevelopment of large commercial and industrial real estate sites in several states. Clients benefit from Chip Royer’s unique perspective as a lawyer and former executive. Chip is also formerly associated with the Chick-fil-A Bowl and Atlanta Sports Council.
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Posted by Nicole | January 17, 2017 | Hired Attorney
Chip Royer was our closing agent on a home purchase. After a bad prior experience, I was keely monitoring timelines and potential red flags. There were absolutely no issues with this closing. Chip and his staff knew every nuance of not only the standard requirements for a closing, but also for the...
Posted by David | February 5, 2016 | Hired Attorney
My wife and I used Chip's services for our home closing. Closing on a home can be an intimidating process, but not with Chip. He made the entire closing seem simple. My wife even said, "I actually just understood everything I signed. Chip was great!" Since our closing, we have recommended Ch...
Posted by Gary | January 22, 2016 | Hired Attorney
Chip Royer is the consummate professional and a valuable resource to me, my family and my company. I have worked him on multiple occasions and in each case felt that he has helped me through complicated issues with both thoughtful analysis and grace.
Posted by anonymous | January 19, 2016 | Hired Attorney
Chip gave us great service on a somewhat unusual real estate matter. His rates are reasonable and he is very responsive.
Posted by Jonathan | January 18, 2016 | Hired Attorney
I've been working with Chip on a professional level since 2010. In my opinion, there's no one more diligent and knowledgeable when it comes to real estate and corporate law than Chip. He and his entire team provide A-Level service and guidance. He's my go-to for anything related to real estate or ...
"I have worked on matters as opposing counsel to Collison Royer prior to forming a firm with him. In the 7+ years I've known him, he has consistently been extremely knowledgeable, diligent, and responsive. He is highly competent in commercial banking, construction, and real estate matters."
Estate planning lawyer
2016
Best Lawyers in America, Best Lawyers in America
2014
Best Lawyer (Charlottesville Welcome Winner), Gold Award
2013 - Present
Managing Partner, Royer Caramanis & McDonough, PLC
2009 - 2013
Partner, Scott Kroner PLC
2007 - 2009
Chief Restructuring Officer, Mosaico/Hartstone Pottery Holdings
2003 - 2007
Attorney, Scott Kroner PLC
2001 - 2003
Attorney, Bracewell & Patterson, LLP
2016 - Present
Charlottesville Albemarle Bar AssociationNominating Committee
2015 - Present
Various Bank Boards/Advisory Boards
2003 - Present
Charlottesville Albemarle Bar AssociationMember
Board of Directors
2017 - 2018
Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Central Blue RidgeBoard of Directors
2001
Doctor of Jurisprudence/Juris Doctor (J.D.)
1996
BA - Bachelor of Arts
2016
TRID: The impacts of new government guidelines on residential closings
2015
The Ins and Outs of Residential Contracts: Tips for Closing on TIme and Avoiding Potholes
2015
Upcoming Government Changes and Impacts on Residential Lending
2013
Short Sales: Better in the Long Run?
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