Heather Larson Pedersen

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Heather Larson Pedersen

4.7
Rating: 8.1

Licensed for 17 years

Family Lawyer at Williamsburg, VA
Practice Areas: Family, Estate Planning

4266 Casey Blvd, Williamsburg, VA

About Heather

Biography

Leader in family law.

Practice Areas

2

Practice Areas

Family 70%

Military divorce, family law, custody and visitation, support, uncontested divorce, adoption.

70%
Estate Planning 30%

Wills, trusts, advance medical directives, powers of attorney.

30%

Fees and Rates

We have not found any cost information for this lawyer

Awards

Client's Choice
Client's Choice
2020 2017
Platinum Client Champion

Licenses

Licensed in Virginia for 17 years

State: Virginia

Acquired: 2008

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Pedersen Law, PLLC

4266 Casey Blvd, Williamsburg, VA, 23188-2861

hlpedersenlaw.com/

Heather Larson Pedersen's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.7 /5.0

29 Client Reviews

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Posted by Brittney | April 27, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody

Highly recommended

She’s a Barracuda, let me tell you! Not only has she helped me with custody situations, she has been a inspiration in so many ways.

Posted by Nicole | February 24, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody

The Best Lawyer In Virginia

Heather is by far the best Attorney around! she has handled 2 cases for me thus far one of which being a very nasty child custody and support case which she went above and beyond for me. She was very prepared with all my information and got the results i was looking for. While i was very nervous due ...to never having been through anything like this she assured me it would all be okay. Heather is very compassionate & caring But will deff. get the job done and not charge outrageous prices and nickel and dime you to death. I was a single 18y.o mother at the time of the first case and she did everything in her power to help me with every step along the way even as far as personal advice that i still hold with me to this day! We had to appear in court many times and each time she was ready! She is also handling a child adoption case for me now and is absolutely amazing. Heather and her team are keeping me informed every step of the way by email and phone and answering all questions i have. I highly recommend Heather and her team to anyone looking for Legal Advice in my opinion she is Hands down the best Lawyer around!! I would not want to go to court with anyone else by myside. Thank You Heather & Team for everything you have done for myself & Family

Posted by anonymous | July 05, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Pedersen Law

Ms. Pedersen assisted me with a criminal charge approximately 4 years ago. She communicated clearly to me the process in which I would have to go to court and follow up with demands of the court regarding my charge. Ms. Pedersen was helpful and professional, she took the time to explain what various ...legal terms meant. I have recommended Ms. Pedersen to multiple friends and family, and will continue to do so in the future.

Posted by anonymous | July 04, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody

Effective and candid

Mrs. Pedersen helped with a custody case and at no time did I feel let down. She never promised anything and told me the hurdles that I would face. I felt she took care of me very efficiently and with care. She offered me Spanish language assistance. Ms.Sandra is very good and very kind. Thank you.

Posted by anonymous | June 23, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

All the help I could ask for

Heather has been with me throughout an agonizingly long, drawn-out legal matter deriving from divorce and custody issues. She has been accessible, helpful, resourceful and aside from her professional excellence, she has been a supportive person to me when times have been difficult. I have recommend...ed her to others, and will continue to do so!

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Heather Larson Pedersen's Lawyer Endorsements

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Shannon Forrest

Family lawyer | Nov 01

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"I endorse this lawyer."

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Sarah Morris

Unknown lawyer | Jun 29

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Ms. Pedersen deeply cares about her clients. I have personally observed her zealous advocacy both inside and out of the courtroom. Ms. Pedersen has extensive experience in litigating complex family law matters. Her reputation commands respect from her colleagues."

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Leslie Williams

Family lawyer | Jun 29

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Ms. Pedersen is truly a family law expert. Her knowledge of the law and our local judicial community, provides an invaluable advantage to her clients' representation. Her compassion and care for each client makes her a well-respected, highly sought after advocate for a reason."

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Eric Leckie

Divorce and separation lawyer | Mar 02

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Consummate professional in every regard. Highly competent, intelligent and professional. Can be counted on to get results for her clients in the toughest cases. My highest recommendation."

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Daniel Gasink

Family lawyer | Jan 20

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"I endorse this lawyer."

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Jeremy Johnson

Family lawyer | Feb 08

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Gregory Bean

Family lawyer | Jan 14

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"I endorse this lawyer."

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Experience

Rating:  8.1 (Excellent)

Honors

2013

Top Attorneys in Virginia Rising Stars, Richmond Magazine

2013

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

Work Experience

2008 - Present

Attorney/Owner, Pedersen Law, PLLC

Associations

2008 - Present

Virginia State Bar, Family Law Section

2008 - Present

Virginia State Bar, Trusts and Estates Section

2008 - Present

Williamsburg Bar Association

2008 - Present

Virginia State Bar

Sample of Legal Cases

Parental Alienation

Primary physical custody awarded to Father.

Relocation out of state

Mother denied relocation; If Mother chooses to relocate, Child to remain in Virginia with Father.

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Education

N/A

Regent University School of Law

Juris Doctor

N/A

Old Dominion University - College of Business and Public Administration

Bachelor of Science

Languages

Spanish

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