Shameka L. Rhoades

Shameka L. Rhoades

also known as Shameka La-Sharon Harris

4.1
Rating: 7.7

Licensed for 19 years

Family Lawyer at Richmond, VA
Practice Areas: Family, Divorce & Separation, Estate Planning

5 East Franklin Street, Richmond, VA

About Shameka

Practice Areas

3

Practice Areas

Family 60%

Contested and Uncontested Divorce, Custody/Visitation, Child Support, Protective Orders, Spousal Support

10 years

60%

Fees and Rates

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Licenses

Licensed in Virginia for 19 years

State: Virginia

Acquired: 2006

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Trustice Law Group

5 East Franklin Street, Richmond, VA, 23225

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Shameka L. Rhoades's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.1 /5.0

12 Client Reviews

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Posted by Alexzandra | September 12, 2026 | Hired Attorney

Never go here. Go somewhere else

This company is dishonest and very immature. They are liars and are very deceitful with their practices. They do not know how to have compassion or treat people kindly. Nasty company and nasty people who work there

Shameka Rhoades

Replied last September 21, 2026

We have no record of this person as a client of our firm. What we can tell you is who we are: a Richmond family law, criminal defense, and estate planning firm that shows up prepared, communicates honestly with the people we represent, and treats every client's situation — often one of the hardest moments of their life — with the seriousness it deserves. That's the standard we hold ourselves to, and it's reflected in the relationships we've built with the clients we've actually served. If you're navigating a difficult legal matter and want a firm that will treat you with honesty and respect, we'd welcome the opportunity to talk. Schedule a consultation with us and see for yourself.

Posted by Cierra Anderson | September 11, 2026

Concerning Experience During a Custody Matter

My experience with Shamika Rhodes was extremely concerning. During my custody matter, allegations were presented about me that I strongly dispute, including claims involving a firearm and allegations about my behavior as a mother. I felt that I was portrayed as unstable and dangerous in a way that di...d not reflect my actual history or the full context of the case. I also had concerns about how information from other family members was presented and relied upon. Because this involved my relationship with my child, I found the experience deeply distressing. I would encourage anyone involved in a similar process to document everything, preserve communications, and make sure the full context of their situation is clearly reflected in the record.

Shameka Rhoades

Replied last September 21, 2026

For the record: you were not a client of our firm — you were the opposing party in a custody matter where we represented the other parent. We won't discuss case specifics here, out of respect for our client's confidentiality and the privacy of the child involved. Our obligation in that matter was to our client and their child, not to you, and we stand behind how we represented them. If that representation was uncomfortable for you, that's not something we apologize for — it's our job. If you're evaluating family law attorneys, ask how they fight for their own clients — not how the other side felt about it. That's the only review that should count.

Posted by Krystle | April 23, 2026 | Hired Attorney

Proceed with Caution-Poor Client Treatment, Unprofessional

I retained Trustice Law Firm for a high-conflict divorce matter and paid substantial fees over a two-month period and was deeply disappointed in my experience. I had significant concerns regarding communication, preparedness, transparency, and billing during representation along with an abrupt withd...rawal shortly before my final hearing. I truly was let down by this attorney and feel that I was taken advantage of in a very vulnerable state. In my opinion Ms. Shameka La-Sharon Harris Rhodes lacked professionalism was dismissive, needlessly adversarial, confrontational, abrasive and condescending. I would urge prospective clients to exercise caution before retaining Ms. Harris Rhodes and Trustice Law Firm.

Shameka Rhoades

Replied last September 21, 2026

We take this seriously, and we want to respond directly rather than with a generic statement. We disagree with the characterization of Ms. Rhoades and our team in this review. Every matter we handle — is staffed by attorneys who prepare thoroughly and communicate honestly, even when what we have to say isn't what a client hopes to hear. That kind of candor can be mistaken for being confrontational, particularly in high-conflict litigation where outcomes are often outside anyone's control. As for withdrawal: we don't withdraw from a case lightly, and doing so is governed by rules of professional conduct and requires court approval. If you're looking for a firm that takes care of you and prepares for court knowing the stakes are high, that's who we are. We don't sugarcoat, and we don't promise outcomes we can't control. What we do guarantee is that we will fully and diligently represent you, every step of the way.

Posted by Naakiah | November 18, 2023 | Hired Attorney

Highly Recommended!

One of the best to ever do it. She is knowledgeable, intelligent, confident, and passionate about her client cases. I would definitely recommend Ms.Harris to represent you.

Posted by Jim | November 01, 2021 | Hired Attorney

Shameka Rocks !

I hired Shameka and the results are outstanding. It was a long process but Shameka was there every step of the way. I am confident that Shameka will provide you with the very best assistance you can get.

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Shameka L. Rhoades's Lawyer Endorsements

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Jenniffer Denigris

Divorce and separation lawyer | Nov 01

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this attorney. She is a true asset to our profession and is amazing with her clients and does well in court."

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James Johnson

Divorce and separation lawyer | Jan 27

Relationship: Co-worker

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Jon Wood

Criminal defense lawyer | Jan 15

Relationship: Co-worker

"I endorse this lawyer. The best."

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Keith Pagano

Criminal defense lawyer | Sep 04

Relationship: Supervised lawyer

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Seth Marks

Criminal defense lawyer | Sep 03

Relationship: Co-worker

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Divorce and separation lawyer

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Experience

Rating:  7.7 (Very Good)

Work Experience

2022 - Present

CEO and Managing Attorney, Trustice, PLLC

2018 - 2022

Lead Litigator, Cordell Law, LLP

2015 - 2018

Assistant Capital Defender, Office of the Capital Defender

2012 - 2015

Attorney, Pagano & Marks, P.C.

Associations

2021 - Present

Hill Tucker Bar Association

Member

2021 - 2022

Old Dominion Bar Association

Member

2021 - 2022

Henrico County Bar Association

Member

2021 - 2024

Metro Richmond Women's Bar Association

Member

Education

2006

Louisiana State University, Baton Rouge

JD - Juris Doctor

2001

Old Dominion University

BS - Bachelor of Science

Languages

English

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