Adam Michael Carroll

Adam Michael Carroll

5.0
Rating: 8.6

Licensed for 21 years

Litigation Lawyer at Virginia Beach, VA
Practice Areas: Litigation, Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI

200 Bendix Road, Suite 300, Virginia Beach, VA

About Adam

Biography

Practice Areas

3

Practice Areas

Litigation 40%

I generally represent parties in conflict as a plaintiff or defendant. Whether it is enforcement of a contract, seeking damages for a personal injury, a loan or a property dispute I can assist in your case.

22 years

40%
Criminal Defense 30%

With my experience as former prosecutor, I no now represent people who find themselves charged with all manner of State and Federal Criminal, DUI and Traffic cases.

22 years

30%
DUI and DWI 30%

I work hard to find the defenses that others overlook to get great results for my clients.

22 years

30%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Retainer

Sometimes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Virginia for 21 years

State: Virginia

Acquired: 2004

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Wolcott Rivers Gates

200 Bendix Road, Suite 300, Virginia Beach, VA, 23452

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Adam Michael Carroll's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

20 Client Reviews

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Showing 1 - 5 of 6 reviews | Communication Style

Posted by Cody | December 20, 2015 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Very Professional

Mr. Carroll is a very professional lawyer that will listen to everything you have to say and will always come up with a plan to help you. He is always very honest with you about things. I have had Mr. Carroll as my attorney for almost 2 years and he has helped me win a criminal case that has been go...ing on for a long time. My family and I will always be very thankful for having Adam as our lawyer. I would HIGHLY recommend Adam as an attorney for anyone seeking legal consultation he is Very well spoken, Very knowledgeable in different areas of law, i can tell you from experience watching him in a courtroom he is also very smooth and efficient in a court room, He knows what he is doing and is Very good at what he does. If you ever need legal help i highly recommend Mr. Carroll.

Posted by anonymous | November 17, 2015 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Mr. Carroll and Show Cause

I believed my ex-husband owed some additional dollars for our child according to our divorce settlement and Mr. Carroll suggested and educated me on the Show Cause process during our initial consultation. Mr. Carroll developed a strategy and he made the process civil for both parties and explained ea...ch step. His staff was professional and communicative during the process.

Posted by anonymous | November 09, 2015 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI

asap violation

I have been in the middle of legalities for a little while now with a differed finding. Assuming that I got into no trouble, I would return to court and my charges would be dismissed. Unfortunately I had a positive blow in my breathalyzer and was worried about what that will do for the status of my d...iffered finding. I contacted Adam Carroll and explained the situation to him. He was very understanding and he really put the time into this case to help protect my other case. He laid out the possibility of my case and did things I really do not think anyone else would do. I had received two separate charges and the first one was dropped with ease, the second one stuck and Mr. Carroll appealed it to be dismissed. Upon showing up to this second court date, The judge asked "this is a charge of violating ASAPS rules?" The prosecutor and my case manager both said yes, but Adam quickly caught the mistake they made which ultimately led to the dismissal of my charge. It is because of him that I am now able to sleep at night without worry of my other case.

Posted by Robert | March 17, 2015 | DUI & DWI

Thank you

Adam is one of the best attorney I have ever worked with, he handled my case, which I had a second dui, reckless driving, and fail to blow he got everything dismiss, and brought it down to my first dui, he kept me inform every step of the way what was happening, and how everything was gonna work out,... he made me fell very confident that my case was gonna turn out good which it did I'm very grateful for how everything turned out, I'll recomend him to everyone!

Posted by Bobby | June 19, 2012 | Lawsuits & Disputes

Not all attorney are "Know It All's"

Finding a professional service attorney has always been a nightmare for my firm. We always had to find someone that specialized in a certain area due to the simple lack of knowledge from the "we do it all" law firms. Adam was introduced to us in a case where we were a defendant in a suit. My goa...l was to just walk away from the suit without any fault or judgement placed on my company. After analyzing the facts, he insisted that we counter with our own claim and actually won. Since then, he has always been my first call and I have never second guessed his judgement since. Understanding the client, explaining alternatives and simple respect are the main characteristics that keep Adam my first choice when looking for the right attorney. Professional services are no different than any other customer service job and I appreciate those qualities he shows to me as his customer. If there has been an area that was not his specialty, he was quick to say so and offer an experienced alternative choice. So unlike other firms I have used in th e past that were just interested in billable hours.

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Adam Michael Carroll's Lawyer Endorsements

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Kevin Duffan

Litigation lawyer | Mar 14

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I've known Adam for the entirety of his career as an attorney and have observed him represent clients for DUI and criminal defense. Adam is a top-notch advocate and excellent litigator, and potential clients should be confident in his abilities and attention to detail."

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Benjamin Hamlet

Litigation lawyer | Mar 09

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Adam is well respected by the courts. He does a tremendous job for his clients. If I have a conflict in a case, Adam is one of the first attorneys I think of when making a referral. I know that the client I refer to him will receive outstanding representation."

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Mark Andrews

Criminal defense lawyer | Mar 09

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Adam is an excellent attorney. I value his knowledge and experience. We often confer on complex trial issues and strategies. You will be well represented!"

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Webb Basnight

Litigation lawyer | Mar 09

Relationship: Co-worker

"I endorse this lawyer. I have worked with Adam for a number of years and have found him to be an excellent strategist in every litigation case he handles. He is meticulous and thorough in his preparation for client appointments, conferences with other attorneys, hearings, and trials. Adam has a stellar reputation within this law firm, among his peers within the legal community, and among the judiciary. I highly recommend Adam in any matter involving litigation."

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Barry Dorans

Criminal defense lawyer | Feb 19

Relationship: Co-worker

"Adam is a very hard working lawyer. Once he accepts a case, he really puts in the effort to get the best result for his client."

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Brandon Zeigler

Criminal defense lawyer | Dec 22

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I had the pleasure of working with Adam for several years. Adam was always prepared to present his client's best case. Adam never shied away from the hard work necessary to uncover each and every beneficial fact and interview each relevant witness. Adam has one of the best court room presentations you will ever see. He is equally respected by counsel and judges."

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Patrick Maurer

Litigation lawyer | Dec 03

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Adam is a bright and aggressive attorney who is well respected amongst his peers. I have referred clients to him with full confidence that they would be well cared for and provided top notch service. I unequivocally endorse Mr. Carroll."

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Kellam Parks

Criminal defense lawyer | Nov 16

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Adam is a smart, tenacious lawyer that goes the extra mile for his clients. He is at the top of my list of people I send my clients that need the assistance of a criminal defense attorney. I highly recommend him."

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Nicholas Renninger

Criminal defense lawyer | Jul 25

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have known Adam for many years now after first meeting him when I was a prosecutor and he was a defense attorney on a case I was handling. I was impressed with Adam's legal acumen, application of the law, his zealousness in representing his client, and his overall professionalism. Still, years later after I am now in private practice and having had the opportunity to consult with Adam on my own cases, I can say my initial impressions were accurate. I thoroughly endorse Adam and recommend him as an attorney to anyone I know."

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Michael Waddington

Criminal defense lawyer | May 28

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Adam. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community."

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Stephen Pfeiffer

Criminal defense lawyer | Sep 03

Relationship: Co-worker

"Adam is my go-to-Criminal Defense and DUI attorney for all matters in Chesapeake, Suffolk, Isle of White and Norfolk. He is well known and well respected. I know that when I send one of my clients to Adam they will be get stellar legal representation."

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Deborah Waters

Criminal defense lawyer | Aug 29

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Adam Carroll is an outstanding criminal defense attorney. I used to work with Adam so I know first hand he is smart, prepared and kind to his clients. Although we no longer work together, I refer all criminal cases to him to handle because he does such a great job. Because he was a prosecutor for five years, he knows exactly how to anticipate the other side's argument. Clients cannot go wrong with Adam."

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David Ward

Criminal defense lawyer | Aug 21

Relationship: Friend

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Mark Andrews

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Benjamin Hamlet

Criminal defense lawyer

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Experience

Rating:  8.6 (Excellent)

Honors

2015

Legal Elite - Young Lawyer, Virginia Business

2015

Client Choice Award, Avvo

Work Experience

2012 - Present

Attorney, Wolcott Rivers Gates

2005 - 2012

Attorney, Riddick Babineau, PC

2004 - 2005

Asst. Attorney, Hampton Commonwealth's Attorney Office

Associations

2015 - Present

Sandler Center

Performance Committee Chair

2014 - Present

Sandler Center Foundation

Board Member

2013 - Present

Virginia Beach Bar Association

Young Lawyer Social Chair

2012 - Present

Central Business District Association (Under 40)

Member/Casino Night Committee

2012 - Present

Virginia Beach Bar Association

Member

2011 - Present

Inn of Court

Barrister

2010 - Present

Norfolk and Portsmouth Bar Association

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

Commonwealth v. Doe

Reduced from a felony to a misdemeanor

Lendell C. Bryant v. Commonwealth of Virginia

Case Dismissed by Court of Appeals

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Education

2004

Norman Adrian Wiggins School of Law

JD

2001

East Carolina University

BS - Bachelor of Science

1997

First Colonial High School

General Studies

Speaking Engagements

2015

Student Class - Regent University

Legal Negotiations

2015

Hampton Roads Realtors Association

Antitrust and Associations

2014

Sterling Education Services

Landlord Tenant - Landlord Obligations

2014

2013

Continuing Legal Education Seminar

Landlord Tenant Rights and Obligations

2012

Regent University Shcool of Law

Legal Negotiations

Publications

Languages

English

Activity

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