Lisa Ann Bertini

Lisa Ann Bertini

4.9
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 38 years

Employment and labor Lawyer at Virginia Beach, VA
Practice Areas: Employment & Labor, Discrimination, Contracts & Agreements, Litigation

1055 Laskin Road Suite #100, Virginia Beach, VA

About Lisa

Biography

Practice Areas

4

Practice Areas

Employment and Labor 50%

COVID-19 response work to keep businesses running smoothly and employees treated fairly; Employment work for employees and employers in Title VII,ADA, FMLA and work at EEOC level and Federal litigation

39 years | 100 cases

50%
Contracts and Agreements 20%

Severance negotiations and review; medical practice contract review; non compete and restrictive covenants review and litigation regarding enforcement and reasonableness of same

33 years | 100 cases

20%
Discrimination 20%

Thorough work on all types of Title VII and ADA and FMLA work from investigation to EEOC Charge thru federal litigation.

39 years | 100 cases

20%
Litigation 10%

Personal injury, contract, trade secret, non compete; Title VII; discrimination; FMLA; ADEA; ADA in both state and federal court

39 years | 100 cases

10%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Retainer

Sometimes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Virginia for 36 years

State: Virginia

Acquired: 1989

Active

No misconduct found

Licensed in District of Columbia for 35 years

State: District of Columbia

Acquired: 1990

Resigned

No misconduct found

Licensed in Texas for 38 years

State: Texas

Acquired: 1987

Not Eligible to Practice - Administrative

No misconduct found

Location

Bertini Law, P.C.

1055 Laskin Road Suite #100, Virginia Beach, VA, 23451

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Lisa Ann Bertini's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.9 /5.0

147 Client Reviews

Posted by Shirley Collins | February 5, 2022 | Consulted Attorney

This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.

Excellent Service from an Excellent Attorney

I am very pleased with the Services of Attorney Lisa Bertini. She patiently listened to my concerns. She understood the Law as it pertained to my situation and developed a strategic plan to resolve my issue. She was proactive in carrying out the Professional Services that she committed herself to. An...d, as my Legal Advocate, she went the extra-mile, and exceeded my expectations.

Posted by anonymous | December 14, 2021 | Consulted Attorney

This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.

Not worth the consult fee

Had a consultation and was told it wasn't strong enough for her to take the take the case at this time. Gave me some advice for me to do the work with EEOC as a case can be made but didn't follow up with her email as she promised. Out $350 by someone that wanted the case to be wrapped and ready to ...win.

Posted by anonymous | October 7, 2021 | Consulted Attorney

This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.

Thorough and direct

After enduring 8 months of extreme job stress and a forced resignation, I sought Ms. Bertini's advice and counseling on how to proceed. She and her staff were very welcoming and seemed genuinely sincere in their interest in my issues. I was able to have a very professional and honest discussion with ...Ms. Bertini on what my legal rights were due to my unfair work situation. While ultimately things were not pursued further, I felt like my case was thoroughly reviewed and adequately discussed. She helped me to walk out with my head held higher feeling better about myself, my past work situation, and my future after my session. I would not hesitate to refer (and already have referred) others to Ms Bertini and her staff for help when you need someone on your side to sort out difficult work questions.

Posted by anonymous | June 29, 2021 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

A wonderful attorney

Lisa Bertini worked with me concerning a complicated contract dispute. She was clear and focused on helping me achieve my goals. Her insight on my situation was thorough and in-depth . Lisa successfully navigated a challenging time with the utmost professionalism and grace. I appreciate her for all ...she did and would recommend her services to all who need counsel.

Posted by Megan | June 14, 2021 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Lisa is amazing!

Lisa and her team were incredible to work with. She was very thorough with my employment discrimination claim, very communicative, always open to email questions, and she would call me instantly with updates. Out of the lawyers I spoke to, she stood out due to her experience, advice, and plan. She wa...s the best ally I had on my side while going through a stressful time and was able to resolve my issue with my employer in a very short period of time with the desired outcome. Also being a female attorney, I felt as though she understood more why my claim was important to follow through with. I would highly recommend her as she is truly there on your side to guide you through the legal process.

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Lisa Ann Bertini's Lawyer Endorsements

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James Theuer

Employment and labor lawyer | Apr 04

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Lisa is a highly skilled litigator and trial attorney with a proven track record in representing individuals in employment matters both in and out of court. She is smart and tenacious and widely respected among attorneys who practice in this field."

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Kellam Parks

Arbitration lawyer | Oct 14

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Lisa; she is a highly accomplished and tenacious litigator. I routinely refer employment matters to her and have faced her on the other side of cases on occasion. The most recent matter involved a mediation/arbitration hybrid employment case. She represented her client well and the case was resolved in no small part due to her familiarity with the process and sharp legal acumen."

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Robert Barry

Employment and labor lawyer | Oct 03

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Lisa and I have been on the opposing side of many cases. She consistently displays the technical knowledge of employment law matters that enables both opposing counsel and herself to identify key facts, issues and areas of disagreement quickly and without rancor. Lisa displays passion for her clients without undue emotion or exaggeration of position, a litigation style that I find effective. As opponents, we have been able to resolve disputes, often early on, and protect our client's most significant positions. Lisa has a diversified practice and is much in demand in our community. I am aware that she receives referral from multiple sources. I have sent cases to her myself when not creating a conflict for my own client."

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Kristina Vaquera

Employment and labor lawyer | Mar 22

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"Lisa Bertini has been a consummate professional in each of the cases we have worked against each other as well as an advocate for her clients."

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Jeffrey Swartz

Employment and labor lawyer | Dec 18

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Lisa is an outstanding attorney. I regularly refer people in need of assistance with employment issues to Lisa without hesitation. She is passionate about the law and tenacious on behalf of her clients. I give her my highest endorsement."

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Anna Ernest

Employment and labor lawyer | Nov 05

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"Ms. Bertini is an excellent attorney. Lisa is an expert in employment law, she is a savvy advocate for her clients, and she is a genuine pleasure to work with. I endorse Ms. Bertini without hesitation."

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Kevin Martingayle

Employment and labor lawyer | Oct 24

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Lisa is a talented, fearless and dedicated advocate for her clients. I refer her clients often. Highly recommend."

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Arthur Serratelli

Employment and labor lawyer | Jun 03

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Sometimes my Immigration Law Clients have labor & employment issues that also ned resolution. I never ever hesitate to pick up the phone and ask Lisa to help my client. Lisa is intelligent, personable, and will zealously represent her client -- and she'll do it in a civil, respectful manner. She is a WINNER."

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Mark Krudys

Employment and labor lawyer | Aug 21

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Lisa is smart, engaging, personable, deeply committed to her clients, and well liked by juries. It shows in the results that she has achieved, which are outstanding. She is a true superstar in the discrimination area. You could not find a better lawyer to handle your discrimination claim. I wholeheartedly endorse Lisa."

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John Davidson

Employment and labor lawyer | May 27

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Lisa is a wonderful, caring lawyer. I routinely refer clients to her in her area, and I have never heard anything but great things."

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Annette Jones

Employment and labor lawyer | May 07

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Lisa Bertini has mastered the intricacies of representing clients in all facets of employment litigation. She is well-respected by the Courts and her colleagues. She has a reputation for knowledge, results and professionalism. She is a formidable force and an effective advocate. I highly recommend her."

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Amberley Hammer

Employment and labor lawyer | May 07

Relationship: Co-worker

"I have known Lisa for 15 years. She has earned an incredible reputation as a lawyer because of her complete understanding of the law, her willingness to fight all the way, her integrity and honesty and her incredible talent to litigate. She is an exceptional attorney and the best in her field."

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Courtney Williams

Employment and labor lawyer | May 07

Relationship: Worked for lawyer

"I worked for and with Lisa A. Bertini on countless employment law related matters over the course of several years. Ms. Bertini exhibits expertise, professionalism, and strategy that only comes with years of experience on both sides of the aisle. Ms. Bertini is not afraid to take on the Goliaths of the world and stand up for the little guy (or girl!) Her approach to every case is tailored to the client with the best potential outcome in mind. Every step of the way, Ms. Bertini stands by the side of her client and achieves results far and above what can be expected in this challenging area of the law."

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Ute Heidenreich

Employment and labor lawyer | May 07

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Lisa Bertini is a passionate advocate who provides sound advice and guidance to her clients."

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Mary Hall

Employment and labor lawyer | May 06

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. She is unbelievably smart, incredibly tenacious, extremely compassionate, understanding, and she doesn't take any sh*t from anybody. Opponents are literally afraid of her."

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William Devine

Employment and labor lawyer | May 06

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Lisa Bertini is an excellent attorney and advocate for her clients. She is smart, prepared, and passionate and has achieved outstanding results. I endorse her without hesitation."

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Arlene Klinedinst

Employment and labor lawyer | May 05

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. She's an excellent employee-side lawyer."

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Kellam Parks

Litigation lawyer

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Robert Barry

Employment and labor lawyer

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Kristina Vaquera

Employment and labor lawyer

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James Theuer

Class action lawyer

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Adam Harrison

Employment and labor lawyer

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Jeffrey Swartz

Criminal defense lawyer

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Anna Ernest

Employment and labor lawyer

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Andrea Ruege

Employment and labor lawyer

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John Davidson

Employment and labor lawyer

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Mark Krudys

Litigation lawyer

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Thomas Lucas

Employment and labor lawyer

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Annette Jones

Medical malpractice lawyer

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Amberley Hammer

Litigation lawyer

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Courtney Williams

Employment and labor lawyer

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William Devine

Litigation lawyer

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Arlene Klinedinst

Employment and labor lawyer

Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2020

Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers

2020

Legal Elite Lawyer, Virginia Business Magazine

2020

Litigation - Labor and Employment, Best Lawyers

2020

Top 50 Women in Virginia in Employment Law, Super Lawyers Magazine

2020

Top 100 In Virginia, Super Lawyers Magazine

2019

Legal Elite Lawyer, Virginia Business Magazine

2019

Top Labor and Employment Lawyer, Coastal Virginia Magazine

2019

Top Women in Business, Inside Business Magazine

2017

Super Lawyer, Virginia Super Lawyers

2017

Legal Elite Lawyer, Virginia Business Magazine

2017

Best Lawyer - Employment, Best Lawyers in America

2017

Top 200 VIrginia Lawyer, Coastal VIrginia Magazine

2015

Top 25 Women Lawyers in Virginia, Super Lawyers

Work Experience

1987 - 1988

Associate, Jenkins & Gilchrst

Associations

2018 - Present

American Association of Arbitration

Arbitrator

2012 - Present

Litigation Counsel of America

Fellow

2010 - Present

National Employment Lawyers Association

Member

2019 - 2020

VBA

Vice Chair VBA Employment and Labor Relations Section

2014 - 2015

Virginia State Bar

Bar Council

2011 - 2013

Virginia Trial Lawyers Association

Co chair employment section

2010 - 2013

VELA

Secretary

2010 - 2013

Boyd Graves Council

Member

1998 - 1999

Federal Bar Association

President

1997 - 2007

Norfolk and Portsmouth Bar Association

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

Prezio v. Kirmes

Victory on dismissal of one count

Lang vs VBLS

Plaintiff's verdict

Pajewski v. Busch Entertainment Corporation

Successfully represented my client and won

Neal v. Xerox Corporation

Successfully represented my client and won

Hall v. Stormont Trice Corporation d/b/a Norfolk Marriott Hotel

Successfully represented my client and won

Bregel v. Busch Entertainment Corporation

Successfully represented my client and won.

Branch v. Busch Entertainment Corporation

Successfully represented my client and won

Rodgers v. Food Lion, Incorporated

Successfully represented my client and won

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Education

1987

College of William and Mary

JD - Juris Doctor

1983

Georgetown College

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2015

LCA 2015 Spring Conference & Celebration of Fellows Glass Ceilings and Glass Slipper

2015

45th Conference on Labor Relations and Employment Law

Sexism and the Law

2014

Naro Theater community event

Sexual harassment post Anita Hill

Publications

2021

Columbia Health Student Voices From the Polls to Politics and Public Health

Languages

English

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