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Elizabeth Munson Wood
also known as Elizabeth Wood-Hanna
About Elizabeth
Biography
Liz is a former prosecutor in both Norfolk and Portsmouth. She has been in private practice as a general practitioner since 2010. She has practiced in courts throughout the area and is familiar with all judges in the Hampton Roads area. She has conducted over 50 jury trials and is an experienced litigator.
Liz is a Hampton Roads native and grew up in Smithfield, Virginia. She attended Christopher Newport University. She graduated cum laude and received a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science in 2002, a full semester early. She then went on to attend Regent University School of Law on an Academic Merit Scholarship, graduating with a Juris Doctorate in 2006.
Liz is resides in Virginia Beach with her husband and twin daughters.
Practice Areas
4
Practice Areas
Child Custody
45%
19 years | 2,000 cases
Divorce and Separation
45%
19 years | 1,000 cases
Child Support
5%
19 years | 1,000 cases
Criminal Defense
5%
19 years | 2,000 cases
Fees and Rates
Cost
Retainer
Always
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Licensed in Virginia for 19 years
State: Virginia
Acquired: 2006
No misconduct found
Location
Elizabeth M. Wood, P.C.
249 Central Park Ave., Ste. 300, Virginia Beach, VA, 23451
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Elizabeth Munson Wood's Reviews
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Practice Areas
Child Custody (9)
Child Support (3)
Divorce & Separation (3)
Family (3)
Lawsuits & Disputes (3)
Speeding & Traffic Ticket (2)
Corporate & Incorporation (1)
Estate Planning (1)
Ethics & Professional Responsibility (1)
Limited Liability Company (LLC) (1)
Litigation (1)
Power Of Attorney (1)
Wills & Living Wills (1)
Showing 1 - 5 of 6 reviews | Practice Area Knowledge
Posted by Katherine | July 31, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
SEPARATION/DIVORCE
From the moment I called her I knew I had to hire her. Liz has been by my side since May of 2018 working on my separation and divorce. I am not stationed in Virginia anymore as I am on active duty but my ex-husband still lives there and she handled everything for me without hesitation. I didn't have ...
Posted by Jesi | July 30, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
Great Attorney-Highly Recommended
Liz has assisted me on a few issues over the years & has always been thorough, professional, and clear. She worked on my divorce a few years ago and made what I expected to be a long, terrible process actually quite easy and seamless. She has also assisted me on a small claim against a landscaper...
Posted by Ben | July 12, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Speeding & Traffic Ticket
An Excellent Attorney all around!!!
I have used Elizabeth twice. Once was for a traffic ticket that she was able to get me out of. She was very good at explaining the whole process to me as it was really my first time in court. She knew exactly what to say and coached me on how I should act. loved it. The second time was to draf...
Posted by Karen | July 12, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Limited Liability Company (LLC)
Business help
Ms. Wood was very helpful in helping set up and manage the legal requirements for several LLC's when I had to leave the area.
Posted by Norm | July 12, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Speeding & Traffic Ticket
Professional, confident, communicates well
After having Mrs. Wood represent me on a handful of traffic tickets, and getting a handle on how she communicates and walks you through every step in clear, concise language, I felt comfortable having her do my will and trust work. Never have I dealt with an attorney with more professionalism and bet...
Elizabeth Munson Wood's Lawyer Endorsements
"Liz is excellent in the courtroom and has a strong reputation handling domestic relations matters, including custody and support. As a local attorney myself, I can attest to her talents in the courtroom."
"I’ve had the pleasure of having Ms. Wood as my GAL and of working with her together on several matters. She’s a brilliant attorney who is more than comfortable in a courtroom and truly advocates for her clients. She is reasonable and easy to work with and I fully endorse her!"
"Elizabeth Wood is an advocate for her clients and very knowledgeable."
"No problem here endorsing Ms. Wood. She has a firm understanding of child custody. On Ms. Woods website is an excellent article written by her explaining Virginia child custody law. ."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"I have watched Ms. Wood handle many criminal cases. She is able to think quickly on her feet and understands the process well. Ms. Wood brings the experience of a former prosecutor to each of her cases."
"Liz is a zealous advocate and is committed to achieving the best results possible for her clients."
"Liz is a fantastic defense attorney with a passion for what she does. She has been an amazing mentor and it is always a pleasure to work with her."
"Liz zealously represents her clients and gets vested in her cases. I have found her to be very skillful in her presentations to the Court."
"A very talented attorney, who is passionate about representing her clients."
"I have know Liz for over ten years. She is a zealous advocate for her clients, and she cares about the outcome of her cases. I highly recommend her."
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Experience
Honors
2021
Best Lawyers in Norfolk, Expertise.com
2020
Best Lawyers in Virginia Beach, Expertise.com
2018
Top Lawyer, Coastal Virginia Magazine
2017
Client's Choice, Avvo
2006
2nd Place, John Jay Gibbons Moot Court Competition
2005
Thomas Munson Scholarship, Thomas Munson
2003
Academic Merit Scholarship, Regent University School of Law
Work Experience
2010 - 2017
Owner, Elizabeth M. Wood, P.C.
2009 - 2010
Assistant Commonwealth's Attorney, Portsmouth Commonwealth's Attorney's Office
2006 - 2009
Assistant Commonwealth's Attorney, Norfolk Commonwealth's Attorney's Office
Associations
2017 - Present
Virginia Women's Attorney's AssociationMember
2017 - Present
Norfolk Portsmouth Bar AssociationMember
2008 - Present
Portsmouth Bar AssociationMember
2006 - Present
Virginia State BarMember
Sample of Legal Cases
Juvenile custody case
Father awarded custody of children with no visitation to mother.
Commonwealth v. Hodges
Not guilty verdict, tried with a jury.
Education
2006
Regent University School of Law
Law
2002
Christopher Newport University
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Guides
Legal Answers
Q&A
Can I take my boyfriend son if he has full custody and is now using drugs? The childs mom is also a drug addict.
12 Jun 2018
Q&A
If I'm responsible for pick up and drop off as the NCP for summer visitation, can the CP tell me how I can pick them up?
12 Jun 2018
Q&A
How long does the process take from filing, to a judges decree modifying child custody agreements/court orders in Va Beach, Va?
01 Jun 2018