Brian Thomas Dunnigan

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Brian Thomas Dunnigan

4.9
Rating: 9.2

Licensed for 21 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Chesapeake, VA
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Violent Crime, Speeding & Traffic Ticket

828 Greenbrier Parkway, Suite 210, Chesapeake, VA

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About Brian

Biography

Dunnigan Law is a small firm with BIG Values! New clients are being accepted every day.

Practice Areas

4

Practice Areas

Criminal Defense 25%

Traffic: Speeding, Reckless Driving, Driving on Suspended, Habitual Offender, Petit Larceny, Grand Larceny, Assault and Battery, Concealed Weapon

22 years

25%
DUI and DWI 25%

22 years

25%
Speeding and Traffic Ticket 25%

25%
Violent Crime 25%

25%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 30 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Credit Card

Licenses

Licensed in Virginia for 21 years

State: Virginia

Acquired: 2004

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Dunnigan Law

828 Greenbrier Parkway, Suite 210, Chesapeake, VA, 23320

dunniganlaw.com/

Brian Thomas Dunnigan's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.9 /5.0

118 Client Reviews

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Posted by Mike the thankful Motorist | February 01, 2019 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI

THANKFUL!!!!

My wife spotted Mr. Dunnigan's office on her way to work one morning and gave me his contact information. I contacted the law office of Brian Dunnigan shortly after being arrested for a DWI. I was with heavy concern about my case and the possible consequences I could face if found guilty. Mr. Dunniga...n's office was always available and pleasant when speaking. Mr. Dunnigan himself helped ease my mind everytime he and I spoke via cellphone. He stood out to me initially because when I spoke to him the first time, he mentioned and stated certain observations he noticed in regards to my case that no other lawyer I'd previously spoken to mentioned. That observance alone strengthened my confidence in his expertise. As things progressed, I had only one continuation which gave Mr. Dunnigan time to gather and assess information needed to proceed if necessary. He and I spoke the weekend before my case was to be heard on Monday; it was to my surprise that everything Mr. Dunnigan said to me during that conversation came to pass that morning in court. My DWI case was dismissed and I was free to go. No smoke or mirrors, just research, reassurance and strong faith permeated in every single meeting with him. I am thankful to say the least to have had a seasoned veteran wielding his years in my favor. Thank you again to Dunnigan Law for being not only professional but personable as well!

Posted by Lee | January 17, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Speeding & Traffic Ticket

Appreciated attention

Received A speeding ticket for "A few miles over the limit" and reach out to Attny Dunnigan to keep driving record clean. He took care of it where my presence wasn't needed in court, able to ticket reduced and Amanda from his office contacted me the same day to let me know the outcome. Will be waitin...g on my copis his office is sending. When I had legitimate questions about the case and his representation on the case HE (not his assistant) called me back and answered them! That mean's A great deal in the legal rhelm;nobody wants to feel like they aren't important enough to have the attorney speak with them. Thank you!!

Posted by Jahad | January 16, 2019 | Hired Attorney

Best In VA

Mr. Dunnigan was very professional. He is a great people person and he made sure I was taken care of. I will definitely recommend him and I will also file a petition so he could be able to receive 10 stars instead of 5.

Posted by Daniel | January 09, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Excellent help.

By following his advise and with his help I was able to get my case dismissed.

Posted by Matthew G. | October 31, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Speeding & Traffic Ticket

Responsive Lawyer. Caring Staff.

My son got a ticket going over the bridge to Virginia Beach. We live in Florida and we were really worried because I had my license suspended when I was younger over an unpaid ticket. We reached out to Mr. Dunnigan because his letter was very caring. His staff picked up the phone and was so wonderful... and helpful. My son hired them and they handled the issue.

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Brian Thomas Dunnigan's Lawyer Endorsements

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Mario Stellute

Criminal defense lawyer | Apr 12

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Brian! We are in court together often and he continues to achieve outstanding results for his clients."

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Mark Matney

Speeding and traffic ticket lawyer | Mar 31

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Brian Dunnigan for his thorough defense of reckless driving and other traffic related charges. I regularly see him in the courts of Hampton Roads. He is very concerned about obtaining the best possible results for his clients."

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Donna Wilson

Criminal defense lawyer | Mar 21

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Jonathan Fisher

Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 11

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. He has a fine reputation in the Tidewater area."

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Donna Wilson

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Experience

Rating:  9.2 (Superb)

Honors

2022

Board Certified DUI Defense Specialist, National College for DUI Defense

Work Experience

2004 - Present

Attorney, Dunnigan Law

1900 - Present

Attorney, Dunnigan Law PLLC

2004 - 2004

Public Defender, City Newport News

Associations

2006 - Present

Virginia Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

Member

2004 - Present

Virginia State Bar

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

DWI/2nd Offense

Guilty with No active jail time to serve

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Education

2009

Regent University Law School

JD - Juris Doctor

Speaking Engagements

2021

Virginia CLE

Great Adverse Depositions, Principles and Principle Techniques-CLE Attended

2021

Virginia CLE

Legal Research and Ethical Consideration-CLE Attended

2021

Virginia CLE

Understanding the Science behind DUI Breath Testing- CLE Attended

2021

Virginia CLE

Handling Drug Cases in VA- CLE Attended

2021

TRTCLE

Mediation and Systematic Review-CLE Attended

Languages

English

Spanish

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