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Jeremy D. Capps

Harman Claytor Corrigan & Wellman β€’ Roanoke, VA
EmploymentEmployment LawPersonal Injury

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Contact

Email
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Phone
540-418-0906
Address
Roanoke, VA, 24011-2001, US

Professional

Bar Admissions
Michigan1995Virginia1999U.S. District Court Eastern District of VirginiaU.S. District Court Western District of VirginiaU.S. Court of Appeals 4th CircuitU.S. Bankruptcy Court Eastern District of Virginia

About

Jeremy D. Capps is an experienced attorney at Harman Claytor Corrigan & Wellman, specializing in employment law and related litigation. Based in Roanoke, Virginia, Jeremy focuses on a diverse range of practice areas, including employment discrimination, wrongful termination under Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, the Americans with Disabilities Act, and the Age Discrimination in Employment Act of 1967. His expertise also extends to the Family Medical Leave Act, claims under the Fair Labor Standards Act and ERISA, as well as defamation, malicious prosecution, and intentional torts. A graduate of the University of Nebraska College of Law, where he earned his J.D. with distinction in 1995, Jeremy is committed to advocating for his clients' rights and ensuring they receive fair treatment in the workplace. His approach is characterized by a deep understanding of the complexities of employment law and a steadfast dedication to achieving positive outcomes for those he represents. Serving clients throughout Roanoke and the surrounding areas, Jeremy D. Capps is known for his personalized attention and strategic legal insight. He strives to empower individuals facing employment challenges, helping them navigate the legal landscape with confidence and clarity. With a robust background and a commitment to justice, Jeremy is a trusted ally in the fight for workplace equity.

Credentials

Education
University of Nebraska College of Law, Lincoln, Nebraska, 1995 | J.D. | Honors: With Distinction | Michigan State University, 1992 | B.A.

Recognition & Involvement

Awards
Virginia Business Legal Elite, Labor/Employment, Young Lawyer/Under 40 (2007, 2010 – 2023) | Virginia Super Lawyers, Employment Litigation: Defense (2010 – 2023) | Virginia Super Lawyers, Civil Litigation: Defense (2010 – 2023) | Top 50 Lawyers in Richmond, Virginia Super Lawyers (2020 & 2023) | Top 100 Lawyers in Virginia, Virginia Super Lawyers (2020 & 2023) | Virginia Super Lawyers – Business Edition, Civil Litigation: Defense and Employment Litigation: Defense (2011 – 2013) | Best Lawyers in America, Litigation – Labor and Employment, Employment Law – Management (2017 – 2024)
Associations
Virginia Bar Association | Richmond Bar Association | Henrico County Bar Association | Virginia Association of Defense Attorneys, Employment & Business Law Section, Chair (2008) | Virginia Association of Defense Attorneys, Employment & Business Law Section, Vice-Chair (2007) | Virginia Association of Defense Attorneys, Local Government Section, Chair (2007) | Virginia Association of Defense Attorneys, Local Government Section, Vice-Chair (2006) | Defense Research Institute | Local Government Attorneys Association
Speaking
Hit Me with Your Best Shot: Mandatory COVID-19 Vaccinations – Employer Considerations, VRSA, January 2021 | Virginia Association of Community Services Boards, Inc., #metoo – The Impact on Sexual Harassment Law under Title VII, Retaliation – A Not So Hidden Danger, August 2019 | Local Government Grievance Procedure and Process, Virginia Municipal League Insurance Programs, Webinar, February 2019 | From Hugs and Kisses to Other Workplace Conduct: Understanding Sexual Harassment in 2018, Virginia Juvenile Detention Association, Charlottesville, VA, March 2018 | Overtime? Who authorized that? Local Government Attorneys of Virginia, Fall 2016 Conference, Williamsburg, VA, October 2016 | OSHA’s New Reporting and Drug Testing Regulations, Scott Insurance Regional Seminar, Richmond, VA, October 2016 | Employment Trends, Virginia Juvenile Detention Association, Blacksburg, VA, September 2015 | Employment Practices for not for profit organizations, Not for Profit Seminar, Richmond, VA, February 2014 | Employment Practices Liability and EEOC Claims, Trends in Social Services Sector, Berkley Mid-Atlantic Group, Charlottesville, VA, October 2013 | Fair Labor Standards Act, Virginia Juvenile Detention Association, Wintergreen, VA, September 2011
Updated: May 04, 2026