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Shannon Hoehl

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Rating: 6.5

Licensed for 28 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Ashland, VA
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Juvenile, Family

107 S. Railroad Avenue, Suite 3, Ashland, VA

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About Shannon

Practice Areas

4

Practice Areas

Criminal Defense 25%

Practicing criminal defense after thirteen years as a criminal prosecutor and thirteen years as a full time Judge.

3 years

25%
DUI and DWI 25%

Thorough knowledge of DUI laws after prosecution of DUI cases for thirteen years and sitting as a full time Judge for thirteen additional years.

16 years

25%
Family 25%

Practicing family law as a private practitioner after thirteen years judicial experience in Juvenile and Domestic Relations District Court. Specific areas of practice include custody, visitation, child and spousal support and divorce.

16 years

25%
Juvenile Law 25%

Thirteen years of prosecution experience and an additional thirteen years sitting as a Judge on the Juvenile and Domestic Relations District Court.

27 years

25%

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Licenses

Licensed in Virginia for 28 years

State: Virginia

Acquired: 1997

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Johnson & Johnson, Attorneys at Law, PC

(804) 800-5622

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(804) 800-5622

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107 S. Railroad Avenue, Suite 3, Ashland, VA, 23005

johnsonlawva.com
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Shannon Hoehl's Reviews

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Practice Areas
Criminal Defense (4) Family (3) Divorce & Separation (2) Child Custody (1) Domestic Violence (1) Juvenile (1) Violent Crime (1)
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Compassion (5) Practice Area Knowledge (4) Advocacy (3) Case Results (3) Recommendation (3) Professionalism (2) Responsiveness (2) Trustworthiness (2) Character & Conduct (1) Communication Style (1) General Knowledge (1)

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Posted by Ashleigh | February 03, 2026 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Best attorney experience!

Working with Shannon during my divorce and child custody case was one of the best decisions I could have made during such a difficult time. She was knowledgeable, responsive, and incredibly steady when emotions and stress were high. Shannon took the time to truly listen to my concerns, explain my opt...ions clearly, and guide me through each step of the process so I never felt lost or overwhelmed. What stood out most was her balance of professionalism and compassion. She advocated strongly for me and my child while still helping me stay focused on long-term outcomes rather than short-term emotions. I always felt prepared and supported because she communicated clearly and set realistic expectations. Divorce and custody situations are never easy, but Shannon made the process far more manageable. I am truly grateful for her guidance and would highly recommend her to anyone navigating family law matters.

Posted by Paul | February 03, 2026 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

An extraordinary OUTCOME for a family that needed a competent, empathetic and effective Attorney

I am a parent and my spouse and I love our children. In life, one of our children was struggling with a problem that evolved into a felony arrest. And then things went down hill. We were lost but decided to help our son. We interviewed multiple criminal attorneys. Shannon Hoehl and her trusted t...eam mate Courtney invited us for the initial review, and listened with a degree of empathy that separated her from all other encounters. Not only did she believe she could help, but she explained the approach. We (especially my son) followed all of her instructions and we needed 4 miracles to help provide an outcome that helped our son permanently vice a punishing outcome that literally served no one. Her professionalism, calm demeanor, responsiveness and credibility in preparations and in the courtroom supported an incredibly valuable outcome for our family. My son needed help; not caged. Throughout Shannon was realistic and prepared us for all facets of each encounter with the courts ... no promises. But by doing the right things the right way. we have a favourable outcome for the community, our family and Hanover County. My son's rehabilitation will serve him his entire life. We are permanently indebted to Shannon (and Courtney). God forbid, but if I ever need a criminal attorney in Virginia ... 1 800 Shannon is my call. Of course I prefer to be a law abiding citizen. But ... I am a parent. And I do not always get the vote on what happens. Really extraordinary experience and I appreciate the Judge, the Prosecuting attorney and Shannon for finding a path that makes sense. The 4 miracles all happened one at a time ... incredible result.

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Experience

Rating:  6.5 (Good)

Honors

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Client Champion Award, Martindale-Hubbell

Work Experience

1900 - Present

Associate, McCaul Martin, P.C.

Education

1997

DePaul University College of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

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