Rick is a former prosecutor with more than a decade of trial experience. Upon graduation from law school, Rick began prosecuting cases for the Henrico County (VA) Commonwealth’s Attorney’s Office, where he led investigations and handled cases ranging from DUIs to drug offenses to murder. In 2009, Rick joined Bartlett & Spirn, PLC in Williamsburg, where he led the firm’s litigation practice. Currently, after co-founding Collins/Waltrip, P.C., Rick’s practice focuses on criminal defense, contested divorce and child custody cases, civil litigation, business law and personal injury. Rick graduated from William and Mary Law School in 2005. He is member of the Board of the Directors of Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Greater Virginia Peninsula and a member of the Williamsburg Bar Association’s Pro Bono committee. He lives in Williamsburg with his wife, Christine, their son and two dogs.
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State | Status | Acquired | Updated |
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VA | Authorized to Practice Law | 2005 | 03/25/2022 |
Legal answers | 136 |
Legal guides | 0 |
Award name | Grantor | Date Granted |
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Rising Star | SuperLawyers | 2016 |
Rising Star | SuperLawyers | 2015 |
Top Lawyer | Coastal Virginia Magazine | 2015 |
Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 | Martindale-Hubbell | 2015 |
Top Contributor- Criminal Defense | Avvo | 2014 |
Top Contributor-Divorce | Avvo | 2014 |
Top Contributor-DUI | Avvo | 2014 |
Top Contributor-Business | Avvo | 2014 |
Top Contributor-Child Custody | Avvo | 2014 |
Clients' Choice Award | Avvo | 2014 |
Graduate Research Fellowship | William and Mary School of Law | 2002 |
Title | Company name | Duration |
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Partner | Collins Waltrip, P.C. | 2014 - Present |
Attorney | Bartlett & Spirn, PLC | 2009 - 2014 |
Assistant Commonwealth's Attorney | Henrico County Commonweath Attorney's Office | 2005 - 2009 |
Association name | Position name | Duration |
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Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Virginia Peninsula | Board Member | 2012 - Present |
I'Anson-Hoffman American Inn of Court | Barrister | 2011 - Present |
Williamsburg Bar Association | Member | 2009 - Present |
Virginia Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers | Member | 2013 - 2014 |
United Way | Fundraiser | 2012 - 2012 |
Leadership Historic Triangle | Member | 2011 - 2011 |
Young Emerging Professionals of Williamsburg | Service Director | 2010 - 2012 |
Jamestown High School Mock Trial Team | Coach | 2010 - 2012 |
Henrico County Police Academy | Instructor | 2006 - 2009 |
Henrico County Bar Association | Member | 2005 - 2009 |
William and Mary Environmental Law & Policy Review | Member | 2003 - 2005 |
Phi Delta Phi | Vice President | 2003 - 2004 |
Student Bar Association | First Year Class Representative | 2002 - 2003 |
Publication name | Title | Date |
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Docket Call (VSB YLC Newsletter) | Alcosensor Tests | 2012 |
Docket Call (VSB YLC Newsletter) | Criminal Corner | 2012 |
William and Mary Environmental Law and Policy Review | Synthesizing Criteria in Environmental Laches | 2005 |
School name | Degree | Graduated |
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College of William and Mary, Marshall-Wythe School of Law | JD - Juris Doctor | 2005 |
St Michael's College | BA - Bachelor of Arts | 2002 |
Case name | Outcome |
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Custody Case | Custody awarded to client |
Contract Dispute | Judgment- recovered 98.6% of amount claimed. |
Contract Dispute | Case Dismissed |
DUI Suppression | Motion to Suppress Granted- Case Dismissed |
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Rahul Aggarwal, Unknown Attorney on Feb 28, 2018
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
An excellent lawyer who treats clients with patience, care, understanding, and utmost professionalism - an even better person and I wholeheartedly recommend for future services.
Michael Hyman, Divorce and separation Attorney on Feb 12, 2016
Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter
Always thorough and prepared
Rahul Aggarwal, Unknown Attorney on Feb 28, 2018
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
An excellent lawyer who treats clients with patience, care, understanding, and utmost professionalism - an even better person and I wholeheartedly recommend for future services.
Michael Hyman, Divorce and separation Attorney on Feb 12, 2016
Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter
Always thorough and prepared
Christopher Voltin, Criminal defense Attorney on Nov 5, 2015
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer. Rick is a very diligent attorney and has made quite a name for himself. He is well prepared for Court and effectively articulates the arguments for his clients.
Joshua Goff, Criminal defense Attorney on Nov 1, 2015
Relationship: Worked for lawyer
I worked for Rick one summer while I was in law school. Since that time I have had the opportunity to observe him in court on numerous occasions. He is one of the brightest and most diligent attorneys that I encounter. I highly recommend him.
James Newell, Divorce and separation Attorney on Jul 17, 2015
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I endorse this lawyer.
Michael Olson, Unknown Attorney on Apr 3, 2015
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Rick is very knowledgeable and has provided excellent representation to his clients every time I have seen him in Court.
Stephen Campbell, Criminal defense Attorney on Mar 31, 2015
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Rick is a top-notch attorney who cares about his clients.
H. Van Smith, Criminal defense Attorney on Jul 25, 2014
Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter
I endorse this lawyer. Rick is both a diligent and detail oriented practitioner.
Anthony Tuorto, Criminal defense Attorney on Jul 3, 2014
Relationship: Other
I endorse this lawyer.
Allison Kotula, Criminal defense Attorney on Jul 1, 2014
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer.
William Housley, Criminal defense Attorney on Jun 27, 2014
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I endorse this lawyer. Tough, talented and thorough litigator.
Kevin Duffan, Criminal defense Attorney on Jun 18, 2014
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I endorse this lawyer.
John O'Brien, Business Attorney on Jun 4, 2014
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An extremely talented and well respected attorney in the legal community, I wholeheartedly recommend him to anyone looking for a lawyer who knows the law and truly cares about protecting the rights of his clients and getting them the most favorable result possible.
Gordon Klugh, Criminal defense Attorney on Feb 14, 2014
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer.
Brandon Waltrip, Criminal defense Attorney on Feb 13, 2014
Relationship: Worked together on matter
Rick and I have worked together on a number of serious felony criminal matters. He is someone who has an in-depth knowledge of the law, and committed to advocating on behalf of his clients. I highly recommend him!
Melissa Gutridge, Unknown Attorney on Feb 13, 2014
Relationship: Co-worker
I endorse this lawyer.
Gregory Bean, Unknown Attorney on Sep 18, 2011
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I endorse this lawyer.
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