$ 350-450 per hour
Frederick Daniel Taylor
also known as Fred Taylor
About Frederick
Biography
Fred Taylor is a graduate of the Walter F. George School of Law at Mercer University in Macon, Georgia and received his undergraduate degree from Old Dominion University. He is on the board of directors for multiple Suffolk organizations, including the Suffolk-Nansemond Historical Society, the Suffolk Education Foundation and the Suffolk Unit of the Boys & Girls Club of Southeast Virginia.
Additionally, Fred is the Secretary/Treasurer of the Suffolk Bar Association, and a member of the Franklin-Southampton County Bar Association, Isle of Wight County Bar Association, Portsmouth Bar Association, Virginia Beach Bar Association, Virginia State Bar, and the Virginia Trial Lawyers Association.
He is admitted to practice before the Supreme Court of Virginia, the United States District Court for the Eastern District of Virginia and the United States Court of Appeals for the Fourth Circuit.
Fred’s practice areas include business law, civil litigation, criminal law, family law, insurance disputes, juvenile & children’s law, land use & zoning law, personal injury, white-collar crimes and wills, estates & trusts.
To Fred, the practice of law is about problem-solving. Whether it requires a letter or litigation, Fred seeks to accomplish a positive outcome for his clients’ needs.
Practice Areas
4
Practice Areas
Fees and Rates
Cost
Hourly Rates
Contingency
33%-45%
Pro bono
5 %
Retainer
Sometimes
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Licensed in Virginia for 16 years
State: Virginia
Acquired: 2009
No misconduct found
Location
Bush & Taylor, P.C.
200 North Main Street, Suffolk, VA, 23434
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Frederick Daniel Taylor's Reviews
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Posted by Edward | February 11, 2016 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Very Professional
Fred represented me on a traffic matter and was successful in getting my charge reduced substantially. He was very accessible and answered all of my questions in a manner that I could easily understand.
Posted by Carolyn | January 28, 2016 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Amazing
I could not have asked for a better lawyer. Mr Taylor and Dawn both are awesome. Will continue to use them if any further issues should arrive. Gratefully appreciate all they have done for me. Will refer you all to everyone I can. Thanks again
Posted by Dan | September 8, 2015 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Conservatorship
Fred Taylor was very helpful getting all the paperwork and personnel together regarding our case. He was able to expedite the court hearing and maintained constant contact as events changed. Fred was a pleasure to work with and if we need another lawyer in the future we will definitely be contactin...
Posted by Terri | September 1, 2015 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Excellent Service!
Fred was accessible and responsive. He thoroughly and expertly took care of matters in a timely manner. I am very pleased with the excellent service received. I will definitely recommend him to any friends who are in search of a competent and effective attorney.
Posted by Jason | September 1, 2015 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Honest and Professional
Could not be happier with Mr. Taylor's commitment to my needs and his honesty. Many lawyers have a bad reputation for numerous reasons but Mr. Taylor is not you average lawyer. He has never been too busy to answer any questions I may have or just provide his expertise. I have already recommended Fr...
Frederick Daniel Taylor's Lawyer Endorsements
"Fred Taylor and I handled many cases against each other when I was a prosecutor in Southampton County. Fred is a competent and effective advocate. He was always prepared and ready to represent his client's best interests, both in and out of the courtroom. I fully endorse Fred Taylor for any criminal defense matter."
"I endorse this lawyer. With a deep understanding of the law and a genuine commitment to his clients, Fred provides exceptional legal services, always going above and beyond to reach quality outcomes for his clients."
"Fred is a diligent and reasonable attorney. He knows the law and advocates for his clients while remaining easy to work with."
"I endorse this lawyer. Fred Taylor is an extremely well respected attorney in the Hampton Roads area. Fred brings a wealth of experience and knowledge of the law to every case that he takes on and delivers the best results possible in every situation. Fred has a deep understanding of mental health issues and the role they can play in all types of criminal and civil legal matters."
"Fred is an excellent lawyer. Very professional and very skillful in his representation of his clients."
"Mr. Taylor is very well respected in the legal community. I endorse this lawyer."
"I don't know of any other lawyer who handles such a diversity of legal matters, and does it as well as Fred Taylor. Fred is a class act, and a great lawyer. Call him - you won't be disappointed."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"Fred is energetic, personable and always well prepared. I refer cases to him often and recommend him highly."
"I endorse this lawyer. Frederick is detail oriented and gets the job done. He is a A plus attorney."
"Detail-oriented. Community-involved. Good lawyer. He won't let you down."
"I have worked with Mr. Taylor on several matters and know that he goes above and beyond for every case. He is always well prepared and is thorough in his explanations to clients. He works hard for his clients and is well respected in the Hampton Roads area."
"I have known Mr. Taylor for many years and I am equally impressed with his legal skills as I am with him as a person. I highly recommend him to anyone with a legal need."
"Fred and I have worked together on several cases, and I often see him practice throughout Hampton Roads. Fred is a compassionate, determined attorney who absolutely knows the law. He diligently prepares for court and settlement conferences, and practices the utmost in professionalism on a daily basis. I highly endorse Fred Taylor."
"Fred is an outstanding and conscientious attorney who is always well prepared in the court room and zealously advocates for his clients."
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Experience
Honors
2015
AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2012
Top 40 Under 40, Hampton Roads Inside Business
Work Experience
2014 - Present
Partner, Bush & Taylor, P.C.
2009 - 2014
Associate Attorney, Stallings, Bush & Randall, P.C.
Associations
2015 - Present
Suffolk Bar AssociationVice President
2013 - Present
Portsmouth Bar AssociationMember
2011 - Present
Franklin-Southampton County Bar AssociationMember
2009 - Present
Isle of Wight County Bar AssociationMember
2009 - Present
Virginia Beach Bar AssociationMember
2009 - Present
Suffolk Bar AssociationMember
Virginia State Bar
Member
Virginia Trial Lawyers Association
Member
2016 - 2017
Suffolk Bar AssociationPresident
2014 - 2015
Suffolk Bar AssociationSecretary/Treasurer
Sample of Legal Cases
Hardwick v. Heyward, et al.
Judgment of the U.S. District Court affirmed.
Education
2008
Mercer University - Walter F. George School of Law
Juris Doctor
2004
Old Dominion University
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2013
SNHS Speaker Series
Riding with the Gray Ghost & Other Tales
2011
SNHS Speaker Series
Baseball in the Peanut City
Publications
2015
Old Dominion Musings
Historical Articles & Essays
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Answers
Q&A
What does term mean in circuit criminal court?
28 Jan 2016
Q&A
Charged with Class 1 misdemeanor, virginia code 18.2-57
05 Sep 2015