Tammy Lynn Sossei

Tammy Lynn Sossei

4.2
Rating: 9.7

Licensed for 16 years

Family Lawyer at Richmond, VA
Practice Areas: Family, Bankruptcy & Debt, Criminal Defense, Personal Injury

4114 E. Parham Road, Suite C, Richmond, VA

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Licenses

Licensed in Virginia for 16 years

State: Virginia

Acquired: 2009

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Sossei Law, P.C.

4114 E. Parham Road, Suite C, Richmond, VA, 23230-3044

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Tammy Lynn Sossei's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.2 /5.0

14 Client Reviews

Showing 1 - 5 of 6 reviews | Communication Style

Posted by anonymous | September 07, 2014 | Child Custody

Custody/Divorce... My first choice for an attorney !!

Tammy is wonderful, knows her VA law, detailed, always there to answer a question, talk to on the phone (unless in court obviously), assertive, and truly cares for the well being of my children and encouraged me to keeping standing up for what I believe in and my children and keeping things positive!...! I had two lawyers before Tammy and wished I had Tammy from the start, and I could have avoided some painful times and misguided advice. Not all lawyers out there have your child's best interest at heart, but Tammy does!! She responds to emails on weekends, nights, early mornings. Will stay late working on a case because she wants to do a wonderful job in court and represent her client for the best outcome! (did I mentioned she pays attention to details?). She explained details of VA laws, court proceedings, lawyer verbage in the simplest way for me to understand. I have recommended Tammy to friends and family and will continue to do so.

Posted by James | August 07, 2014 | Lawsuits & Disputes

Child custody/support

Tammy is extremely professional, knowledgeable, detail-oriented (she does not miss a thing!), compassionate and absolutely wonderful to work with. She is very calm and attentive, and diligently works to protect her client's interests. Throughout the process, communication was great. All questions wer...e answered promptly. Every aspect of the case was explained and discussed, and her advice was always excellent. She was available whenever I needed her; she still is. She’s fair and honest, and she truly cares. She’s remarkable. I highly recommend her.

Posted by Mary | July 30, 2014 | Child Support

My lawyer for as long as she will represent me!

I have been using Mrs Sossei for three years now. I would not go back to her if I didn't have confidence that she has nothing but my childs and my interest at the top of her list. I have refered her to friends and family who have also been pleased with their business with her. I have been through... 3 child support adjustments with her. She knows her stuff and keeps you informed every step of the way. She is very responsive to any questions you have as you move along where as I have had lawyers in the past that would ignore your questions and concerns and leave you floundering. The only complaint I have ever had is because of the judge and not my lawyer. The judge ruled against VA law and there was nothing we could do about it but appeal, which I could not afford. Mrs Sossei is up front and honest with all to do with your case and with what the law says can and cannot be done. She is very knowledgeable in all she represents and gives her clients no less than 110%.. I will continue using her as my attorney and will continue to refer her to friends and family. I have had friends and family use her for child custody, bankruptcy, and traffic law and every time she was tops!

Posted by Meaghan | July 29, 2014 | Divorce & Separation

One of the best lawyers in Richmond

I have worked with Tammy for 6 years now, she has helped me thru divorce, bankruptcy and criminal cases against my ex husband. She is always available to help at all times. I have never doubted her at any time that I have gone thru all of my cases. There has been times where I needed to be advised ...on a response to my ex or his family and she was there to help me. I have never been able to trust someone, so much with all of my personal information and big decision making. I refer her to all of my friends and family for her phenomenal skills as a lawyer. Tammy will talk you thru all things and let you know ahead of time the pros and cons of the situation. She is not only a great lawyer but an advisor, counselor, emotional mediator in your case. Tammy has never misguided me, or spoke to me in a manner where I did not understand what was going on. Tammy was meant to be a lawyer and she is magnificent at what she does. She is a gift to me and my family and I’m much appreciative of her services and her firm for helping us thru the years and currently.

Posted by anonymous | July 24, 2014 | Lawsuits & Disputes

No help at all

Tammy quit my case just a week before a critical hearing. She provided no "crossover" support to help me figure out where I stood after she left the case. For the one hearing in which she appeared and represented me, she did zero preparation with me. I asked her numerous times what to expect at the h...earing, and her reply omitted many important factors. I told her I hated surprises, especially in court, and all I got was a big surprise. When confronted with the Plaintiff's aggressive and unethical lawyer, she was unwilling to be aggressive in return. With no law training at all, I felt that I could have represented myself better, armed only with Google searches.

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Tammy Lynn Sossei's Lawyer Endorsements

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Derek Jacques

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | Nov 12

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Ms. Sossei has provided invaluable resources to the Avvo community. I would not hesitate to recommend her services to any person in need."

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Leif Hamman

Family lawyer | Jul 30

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Ms, Sossei is a dedicated and akilled advocate whose advice and representation are assets to her clients. I happily endorse this lawyer."

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Richard Mattox

General practice lawyer | Mar 18

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Tammy is a fantastic lawyer and an even better person. She is extremely knowledgable and I can always count on her to answers any questions I have. I would highly recommend Tammy."

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Lu Aloupas

Criminal defense lawyer | Dec 30

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Tammy is a dedicated, passionate attorney who works diligently for her criminal defense and family law clients. I endorse her wholeheartedly."

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Wyatt Taylor

Family lawyer | Sep 05

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"Tammy is a strong advocate for her clients. She is very professional and extremely prepared."

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Jesse Baez

Family lawyer | Aug 15

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Tammy is an excellent attorney and a wonderful person. She is professional, knowledgeable, and a vigorous advocate for her clients. I highly recommend Tammy for anyone seeking assistance with a family law issue."

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Lindsay Hartz

Criminal defense lawyer | Jul 31

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Tammy's knowledge of the law, demeanor in the courtroom, and rapport with Judges, co-counsel, clients, and peers is second to none. She is always available to answer a question, listen to a concern, or provide valuable insight. I would suggest Tammy to anyone seeking representation in domestic matters, traffic, criminal law, and bankruptcy."

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Kevin Wheatley

Family lawyer | Jul 30

Relationship: Other

"Tammy is a diligent, hard-working and intelligent lawyer with whom I pleasure of working with. I whole-heartedly endorse her"

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Experience

Rating:  9.7 (Superb)

Honors

2019

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2018

Rising Star, SuperLawyers

2018

Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2017

Rising Star, SuperLawyers

2016

Rising Star, SuperLawyers

Work Experience

2018 - Present

Owner, Sossei Law, PC

2009 - 2018

Associate, Coates & Davenport, PC

Associations

2014 - Present

Virginia Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

2013 - Present

Chesterfield County Bar Association

2009 - Present

Virginia Trial Lawyers Association

2006 - Present

American Bar Association

Metro Richmond Family Law Bar Association

Henrico County Bar Association

Richmond Bar Association

Education

2009

Regent University School of Law

JD

2004

Virginia Commonwealth University

Post-Baccalaureate Certificate

2001

George Mason University

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2016

Family Law in Modern America

Spousal Support, Child Support & Custody Issues

2016

Annual Paralegal Seminar

Family Law

Languages

English

Activity

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