Lisa Ann Bertini
About Lisa
Biography
I love what I do. I was just named Top Lawyer of Labor and Employment Law by CoVa Biz, the business magazine of Coastal Virginia. It is fabulous to be recognized by my peers for this honor. I care so much about making a difference for the clients I have. My passions in the community extend to my work on the Holocaust Commission which I chair. If you ever get the chance to visit the UJF website you can learn about our very active Commission here in Tidewater. We are so fortunate to work with some survivors, liberators and resistance fighters and put on educational presentations called, "What We Carry" to different organizations in the community.
"The human race is like a bird with two wings, and if one wing is broken, no one can fly."- Gloria Steinem
Practice Areas
4
Practice Areas
39 years | 100 cases
33 years | 100 cases
39 years | 100 cases
39 years | 100 cases
Fees and Rates
Cost
Sometimes
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Credit Card
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Licensed in Virginia for 36 years
State: Virginia
Acquired: 1989
No misconduct found
Licensed in District of Columbia for 35 years
State: District of Columbia
Acquired: 1990
No misconduct found
Licensed in Texas for 38 years
State: Texas
Acquired: 1987
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
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147 Client Reviews
Showing 16 - 20 of 51 reviews | Practice Area Knowledge
Posted by Melanie | June 04, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Employment & Labor
Knowledgable, helpful, and personable
Lisa and her staff were a pleasure to work with from initial contact through resolution. I was referred by another attorney and was impressed by her awards and recognitions. When I met with her, I was even more impressed because of her humanity. It was clear Lisa knows employment law from every angle...
Lisa Bertini
Replied last June 04, 2019Thank you, Melanie. I am so inspired by your motivation to find a better place to share your amazing talent and leave the horrid employer who never appreciated you nor intended to value you.
Posted by Donald | March 28, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Employment & Labor
Thank you, Lisa!
When individuals or families seek legal counsel or representation, so often life has presented them with a whirlwind of issues they weren’t planning or prepared to face. In those times it’s important to find someone that will make you a priority while doing all they can to make life a little less str...
Posted by Edward | March 12, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Employment & Labor
Employee Grievance with OUTSTANDING representation!
I hired Ms. Bertini to represent me in a grievance I filed against my employer. She reviewed all the documentation I provided and carefully interviewed me to understand what my objectives were. Ms. Bertini recommended a best course of action and explained to me why it was so based on her experience...
Lisa Bertini
Replied last March 12, 2019It helped that you were completely organized and very responsive. We made a good team! No one ever knows the facts like the client...I know the law.
Posted by Derek | March 10, 2019 | Discrimination
Thanks
My name is Derek, I have been discriminated against my sexuality at work for many years even at the shipyard but I never done anything about it I just stayed quiet now I work for Medicaid transportation and it's discrimination everywhere against my sexuality, when I call them on what they're doing th...
Posted by Tracey | January 04, 2019 | Employment & Labor
Make the appointment, seek her advice
I needed professional, and educated information about an ongoing situation at my place of employment. Sitting with Lisa was like sitting at your dining room table with your favorite cousin. Who just happens to be a Fantastic Employment Lawyer; giving you the best advice on how to legally handle a b...
Lisa Ann Bertini's Lawyer Endorsements
"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."
"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."
"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."
"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."
"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."
"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."
"Lisa is a talented, fearless and dedicated advocate for her clients. I refer her clients often. Highly recommend."
"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."
"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."
"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."
"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."
"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."
"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."
"I endorse this lawyer. Lisa Bertini is a passionate advocate who provides sound advice and guidance to her clients."
"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."
"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."
"I endorse this lawyer. She's an excellent employee-side lawyer."
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Experience
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 ArbitrationArbitrator
2012 - Present
Litigation Counsel of AmericaFellow
2010 - Present
National Employment Lawyers AssociationMember
2019 - 2020
VBAVice Chair VBA Employment and Labor Relations Section
2014 - 2015
Virginia State BarBar Council
2011 - 2013
Virginia Trial Lawyers AssociationCo chair employment section
2010 - 2013
VELASecretary
2010 - 2013
Boyd Graves CouncilMember
1998 - 1999
Federal Bar AssociationPresident
1997 - 2007
Norfolk and Portsmouth Bar AssociationMember
Sample of Legal Cases
Victory on dismissal of one count
Plaintiff's verdict
Successfully represented my client and won
Successfully represented my client and won
Successfully represented my client and won
Successfully represented my client and won.
Successfully represented my client and won
Successfully represented my client and won
Education
1987
JD - Juris Doctor
1983
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2015
2015
Sexism and the Law
2014
Sexual harassment post Anita Hill
Publications
2021
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers