Paula Bernstein Hough

Paula Bernstein Hough

also known as Paula R. Bernstein

4.9
Rating: 9.0

Licensed for 23 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Henrico, VA
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Speeding & Traffic Ticket, Expungement

4110 East Parham Road, Suite 201, Henrico, VA

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Retainer

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Payment Methods

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Licenses

Licensed in Virginia for 23 years

State: Virginia

Acquired: 2002

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Location

BernsteinHough, P.C.

4110 East Parham Road, Suite 201, Henrico, VA, 23228

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Paula Bernstein Hough's Reviews

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4.9 /5.0

57 Client Reviews

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Showing 1 - 5 of 12 reviews | Cost of Services

Posted by Matthew | January 13, 2026 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Awesome

I highly recommend Ms Paula Bernstein Hough as an Attorney she is a small statue build woman but when it comes to fighting criminal cases she is just as bigger than and has a heart of a lion, and you know how it comes to the legal system when they say no news is good news well she show that was compl...etely true I had two separate situations with two different court dates and she had rectified both situations to my liking without me even stepping foot in a courtroom and in fact she work her magic so good I didn’t even had to appear in the courtroom awesome, and her attorney fees is very very affordable and you would get a great fight, Thank You Ms Paula

Paula Bernstein Hough

Replied last May 06, 2026

You're so welcome! I truly appreciate your kind words.

Posted by anonymous | July 18, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Speeding & Traffic Ticket

Reckless Driving Case

I was charged with reckless driving for the first time of my driving experience. I prayed for a lawyer that was in my budget and could give me a positive outcome. That's what Mrs. Hough done for me because the case was dismissed. I am please well please with the outcome. If you need a great lawyer th...at will work hard to give you a great outcome Mrs. Hough is the person to contact.

Paula Bernstein Hough

Replied last May 28, 2024

Thank you so much. We love dismissals!

Posted by Jordan | October 20, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Great Legal Firm

I was highly satisfied with BersteinHough Law Firm, they managed to get my reckless driving case dismissed without having to pay any court fines or fees. They make sure you know what you need to do for your case and they are always very helpful if you need to ask questions, very reliable and I recomm...end them to anyone who is dealing with a reckless driving case

Posted by Takisha | April 06, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Forever Thankful!!!

I am truly impressed with Paula Hough. From our very first conversation, I knew she was the attorney I wanted to represent my teenaged son. From start to finish, Paula made me feel that my son's case was important to her. She took time explaining the tickets and charges in detail. She also laid out h...er expectations in preparation of the trial. She answered all my questions and explained answers to questions I didn't know to ask. The proficiency, professionalism, and understanding I received from her and her firm is unmatched (Thank you Greg & Jennifer). Not to mention the fee's are very reasonable compared to others attorneys I contacted. On court day the officer was kind and honest about the character of my son the day he issued him the tickets. Paula was able to get the Misdemeanor Class ll ticket dismissed and the Reckless Driving ticket reduced. My son will pay a $100 fine+court cost. No suspended license and no jail time. My son and I are forever thankful for your representation. We highly recommend Bernstein and Hough, PC

Paula Bernstein Hough

Replied last October 03, 2022

Thank you so much for your kind words. I am so happy we were able to secure a positive outcome for your son!

Posted by Trey | September 20, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Speeding & Traffic Ticket

Ms. Hough helped me avoid a misdemeanor conviction which would have jeopardized my CDL

I hired Ms. Hough to represent me on a reckless driving case. Not only was she understanding and reasonably priced; she also got me the best possible outcome. Would definitely recommend

Paula Bernstein Hough

Replied last September 21, 2021

Thank you so much for those kind words. I'm so glad we were able to help you!

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Paula Bernstein Hough's Lawyer Endorsements

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Matt Pinsker

Criminal defense lawyer | Sep 13

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I regularly see Paula in court trying cases. She is extremely knowledgeable of the law and zealous in her defense of her clients. She is one of the top criminal defense attorneys in the area, so I highly recommend Paula to anyone seeking an attorney."

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David Long

Speeding and traffic ticket lawyer | Feb 08

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Paula is an excellent attorney and I recommend her without reservation."

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Todd Zinicola

Criminal defense lawyer | Aug 21

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I have known Paula Bernstein for my entire legal career. She was first my supervisor when I was an intern, then later we worked together as public defenders. She has always been able to help me with difficult legal issues, negotiating strategies, and trial methods. I highly recommend Paula Bernstein to anyone looking for strong representation from an experienced lawyer."

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Gregory Hough

Criminal defense lawyer

Experience

Rating:  9.0 (Superb)

Honors

2002

Eleanor & James Clanton Haynes Law and Public Policy Fellowship, Columbus School of Law

Work Experience

2011 - Present

Partner, BernsteinHough, P.C.

2009 - 2011

President, Brisendine, Overand, Buster & Bernstein

2008 - 2010

Volunteer, Central Virginia Legal Aid

2007 - 2009

Attorney, The Gordon Law Firm

2003 - 2007

Senior Assistant Public Defender, Fairfax County Public Defender's Office

1998 - 2003

Information Specialist, Death Penalty Informaiton Center

Associations

2012 - Present

U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Virginia

Attorney

2008 - Present

Greater Richmond Criminal Bar Association

Member

2008 - Present

Henrico County Bar Association

Member

2019 - 2020

Greater Richmond Criminal Bar Association

President

2018 - 2019

Richmond Criminal Bar Association

Vice Presidnet

2017 - 2018

Greater Richmond Criminal Bar Association

Treasurer

2016 - 2017

Greater Richmond Criminal Bar Association

Secretary

Education

2002

Columbus School of Law at the Catholic University of America

JD - Juris Doctor

1995

University of Florida

Bachelor of Arts degree

Speaking Engagements

2019

Twenty-Eighth Annual Bench-Bar Conference

Do I have to be Civil?: Handling forfeiture, expungement, restoration of rights, and other civil matters that arise in criminal cases.

2017

Richmond County Bar Association

Planning Committee-Bench Bar Conference

Publications

Languages

English

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