Sheera Rachel Herrell
About Sheera
Biography
Sheera joined Hofheimer Family Law Firm back in 1999 when she was a brand new graduate of Albany Law School. From the moment she started working, her emphasis has been on representing women only in divorce and custody cases.
Sheera has a diverse background, both legally and personally. As our firm’s only collaboratively trained attorney, Sheera works closely with Collaborative Divorce Solutions of Tidewater, and currently serves as the group’s chair. She’s also a skilled litigator, even successfully taking cases on to the appellate court level.
A Certified Financial PlannerTM, Sheera is exceptionally skilled at handling cases with complicated equitable distribution issues. She applies her considerable skills to obtaining the best financial settlements for her clients.
Sheera is a member of the Virginia State Bar, Virginia Trial Lawyers Association, Virginia Beach Bar Association, Collaborative Divorce Solutions of Tidewater, International Association of Collaborative Professionals, Financial Planning Association and Virginia Collaborative Professionals. Sheera was selected for inclusion in Virginia Super Lawyers Rising Stars Edition 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, a Super Lawyer in 2015, 2016, 2017 and 2018 and is committed to providing all of her clients the personal attention they deserve.
Sheera and her husband live in Virginia Beach with their two children. Sheera is also a violist and a member of Symphonicity, the Symphony Orchestra of Virginia Beach. She also enjoys going to the gym (in fact, you’ll find her at Wareing’s Gym almost every day), and loves running in local races with her kids.
When you meet Sheera, you’ll notice that, in person, she’s thoughtful, friendly, and understanding. She’s experienced and up for anything—in her practice and also in her personal life. In fact—Sheera gave birth to her daughter in the car on the way to the hospital—so let’s just say she’s up for just about anything!
Practice Areas
4
Practice Areas
Fees and Rates
Cost
Always
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
Looking for an attorney? Avvo can help.
Search our directory
Quickly connect with top attorneys through our legal directory to get help with your legal issue.
Avvo's live chat agents can help coordinate a consultation with a local attorney.
Chat with a live agent who can match you with the right attorney for your legal needs.
Chat withLicenses
Licensed in Virginia for 26 years
State: Virginia
Acquired: 1999
No misconduct found
Location
Hofheimer Family Law Firm
1604 Hilltop West Executive Center, Suite 300, Virginia Beach, VA, 23451
Gallery
Ad
Transform legal challenges into solutions.
Connect now to review your situation.
Sheera Rachel Herrell's Reviews
Showing 1 - 5 of 6 client reviews from Avvo
Posted by anonymous | December 14, 2018 | Hired Attorney
Turning Point
After 4 plus years of litigation and unsettled issues, I secured the assistance of Sheera Herrell. Sheera was within a few weeks able to resolve profound issues and realize results that will allow me to move forward in life and finally start to recover from a most difficult and heated divorce! Her pr...
Posted by Tami | December 7, 2014
THANK YOU,THANK YOU,THANK YOU!!!!!!!!!!!!
I am so glad to have Mrs. Herrell as my lawyer!!!! After my first meeting with her I actually felt relived and not as stressed as I have been for the past six months. I truly cannot thank her and her staff enough!
Posted by Robin | January 16, 2011
I highly recommend Sheera
Sheera is a great lawyer! She answered all my questions and handled every part of my case in a very professional manner. I felt like she really cared about the outcome of the case. I highly recommend her to any woman going through a divorce. Sheera made this traumatic time easier for me.
Posted by anonymous | January 7, 2011
Excellent Estate Planner
Ms. Herrell advised us about planning for the future and how to protect our estate from excessive tax and avoiding probate. I highly recommend her for estate planning and wills.
Posted by debbie | January 22, 2010
Excellent attorney!
Sheera is different than any attorney I have ever met. She is so approachable and down to earth. She keeps the door to her office open (when not with a client) and if she sees you walk in she always gets up to say hello or to help you with whatever your visit is in regards to. She helped me wrap up a...
Sheera Rachel Herrell's Lawyer Endorsements
"Sheera is an excellent attorney. She is always professional, while aggressively promoting her client's cause!"
"As a family law attorney I have had the opportunity to be on the opposing side of numerous cases with Ms. Herrell. In my experience, her client's enjoy the highest level of representation, and she has always conducted herself as a true professional. I recommend her highly."
"Sheera is an outstanding attorney whose quiet demeanor belies her tenacity. She is a master practitioner of collaborative law and I highly recommend her services to anyone faced with family law issues."
"Sheera is an excellent attorney. She is very organized, efficient, and an effective advocate for her clients. She takes the time to make sure her clients understand the issues in their case throughout the entire divorce process. She is a great resource for guidance on complicated family law matters, especially as related to equitable distribution. It is a privilege to work with Sheera."
"I strongly endorse Ms. Herrell. She is a very capable and experienced family lawyer with a formidable reputation as a family law litigator. She is also very effective as a collaborative divorce attorney, achieving her clients' objectives through the collaborative process."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"Sheera is a very established and accomplished family law attorney. While I welcome the opportunity to interact with her whenever I see her in the courthouse, I don't look forward to having her on the other side of a divorce matter. She is an aggressive advocate for her clients and a very experienced litigator."
"Sheera is a highly competent and very caring attorney. She is very experienced in family law matters and gives prompt assistance to her clients. I highly recommend and endorse her for any family law related work."
"Sheera is an excellent attorney. She is very smart, organized, and responsive to her clients. Sheera gets rave reviews from her clients and respect from judges and fellow attorneys. I am very proud to have Sheera on our team at the Hofheimer Family Law Firm."
"I endorse this lawyer's work.Absolutely one of the most complete lawyers I have ever experienced in family law. Sheera is not only meticulous in her client service; but also, she is equally meticulous in case preparation. It is a privilege to work with and co-counsel with Sheera."
Divorce and separation lawyer
Divorce and separation lawyer
Family lawyer
Divorce and separation lawyer
Elder law lawyer
Family lawyer
Family lawyer
Family lawyer
Family lawyer
Family lawyer
Family lawyer
Experience
Honors
2015
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyer
2014
Rising Star, Virginia Super Lawyer
2013
Rising Star, Virginia Super Lawyers
2012
Rising Stars, Virginia Super Lawyers
2011
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2010
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2009
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2008
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
Work Experience
1999 - Present
Attorney, Hofheimer Family Law Firm
2008 - 2012
Member, Estate Planning for Families
1998 - 1999
Intern, Office of the U.S. Attorney, Albany, NY
1998 - 1998
Intern, U.S. Bankruptcy Court, The Honorable David H. Adams
1997 - 1998
Intern, Office Of The United States Trustee
Associations
2015 - Present
Financial Planning AssociationMember
2015 - Present
Collaborative Divorce Solutions of TidewaterChair Elect
2006 - Present
International Academy of Collaborative ProfessionalsMember
2006 - Present
Collaborative Divorce Solutions of TidewaterMember
2004 - Present
Virginia Trial Lawyers AssociationMember
2004 - Present
Virginia Collaborative ProfessionalsMember
2001 - Present
Virginia Beach Bar AssociationMember
1999 - Present
Virginia Bar AssociationMember
1999 - Present
Symphonicity - The Symphony of Virginia BeachMember
2014 - 2014
Collaborative Divorce Solutions of TidewaterChair Elect
2009 - 2012
WealthCounselMember
2009 - 2012
The Legacy Builder InstituteFellow
2008 - 2010
Virginia Collaborative Professionals, Inc.Secretary
2007 - 2008
Financial Planning AssociationBoard Member
2006 - 2012
Financial Planning AssociationMember
2005 - 2007
SymphonicityBoard Member
2004 - 2006
Virginia Collaborative ProfessionalsSecretary
2004 - 2004
Virginia Collaborative ProfessionalsFounding Member
2003 - 2005
I'Anson-Hoffman American Inns of CourtAssociate Member
Sample of Legal Cases
Trial Court ruling affirmed
Affirmed
Trial Court ruling affirmed
Education
2007
2007
2005
2005
CFP
1999
JD - Juris Doctor
1996
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2015
2015
Avoiding Mistakes in Equitable Distribution
2012
Divorce Law Basics
2011
2010
Estate Planning
2009
Estate Planning
2008
Statewide Legal Aid Conference
Publications
2015
2013
2008
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Guides