Rita Ros-Planas

Rita Ros-Planas

also known as Rita Ros-Planas, Esq., PLLC

4.5
Rating: 7.1

Licensed for 40 years

Divorce and separation Lawyer at Virginia Beach, VA
Practice Areas: Divorce & Separation, Child Custody, Domestic Violence, Personal Injury

1080 Laskin Road, Suite 103, Virginia Beach, VA

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Licenses

Licensed in Virginia for 40 years

State: Virginia

Acquired: 1985

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Rita Ros-Planas, Esquire, P.C.

1080 Laskin Road, Suite 103, Virginia Beach, VA, 23452-8515

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Rita Ros-Planas's Reviews

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4.5 /5.0

11 Client Reviews

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Posted by Ed | April 29, 2020 | Contracts & Agreements

Never hire this Attorney

Made a $60,000 mistake in my settlement agreement, called in her own CPA/Attorney to back her up & try to convince me I was wrong. Went to my CPA & he read my agreement and agreed with me. Went before the Judge & Judge agreed with me. Because she already had me sign the settlement agreement I had to... settle for $60,000 less than I should have received. Then her CPA had the nerve to send me a bill for over $1,000 for getting it wrong!

Rita Ros-Planas

Replied last April 29, 2020

Thank you for the feedback.

Posted by anonymous | April 29, 2020

Reliable and knows her stuff: Rita's good to have on your side.

Rita gave me the support and expertise I needed when I contacted her re: urgent matters. She was quick and got back with me right away by phone and email. Over the span of a 3-4 weeks, she made time in her already busy schedule for my time-sensitive request, unlike other attorneys, who never seem to ...even have the time to call you back! Thanks again for all your help Rita.

Rita Ros-Planas

Replied last April 29, 2020

Appreciate the kind words. If there is anything I can do for you in the future, please let me know.

Posted by Don | April 29, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Family

Years Of Exemplary Service

Rita Ros-Planas is an honest caring person who happens to be a great Attorney. Her focus is on OUR needs and she has represented our family for years.

Rita Ros-Planas

Replied last April 29, 2020

Don, thanks for the wonderful review.

Posted by Trudy | April 29, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody

CHILD CUSTODY

I had the good fortune of receiving the expertise of Ms Ros Planas in a custody case. I love her humor ability to make you comfortable in a very uncomfortable situation. She was very considerate of every family member which allowed us to come to an expedient settlement during a very emotional time in... our lives. She was also able to create a fast and smooth transition for all parties involved. I highly recommend her to anyone seeking counsel in any matters of family law.

Rita Ros-Planas

Replied last April 29, 2020

Trudy, thanks for leaving such a wonderful review. We are grateful for your kind words.

Posted by anonymous | April 29, 2020 | Hired Attorney

Compassion, Wit, Clarity

Ms. Ros-Planas is definitely the person to have in your corner in legal matters. She is a fierce advocate who is excellent at clarifying complex legal issues. Her compassion and incredible sense of humor help to defuse stressful situations. She has successfully guided me through several legal iss...ues over the years that I have known her. I highly recommend her.

Rita Ros-Planas

Replied last April 29, 2020

Thank you for your review. It was a pleasure serving your legal needs.

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Rita Ros-Planas's Lawyer Endorsements

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Barbara Fuller

Family lawyer | Feb 27

Relationship: Co-worker

"I endorse this lawyer. Rita is a fierce advocate for her clients and a respected professional in the legal community. She carefully considers the best course of action for each client, communicates options, and listens to her client to provide the best possible outcome for each individual case. Rita truly cares about her clients and acts as both an attorney and counselor at law."

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Barbara Fuller

Family lawyer

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Shannon Hadeed

Criminal defense lawyer

Experience

Rating:  7.1 (Very Good)

Honors

1984

Regional Competition Representative in Trial Advocacy, William and Mary Law School

1983

Competition Representative in Client Counseling, William and Mary Law School

1980

Oustanding Foreign Language Student Award, Old Dominion University

1980

Graduated Magna Cum Laude, Old Dominion University

Work Experience

2018 - Present

Sole Practitioner, Rita Ros-Planas, Esq. PLLC

2015 - 2018

Partner, Fuller, Hadeed & Ros-Planas, PLLC

1990 - 2015

Sole Practitioner, Rita Ros-Planas, Esquire, PC

1985 - 1990

Partner, Phillips & Planas

1984 - 1984

Assistant Public Defender, City of Virginia Beach Public Defender's Office

1983 - 1983

Legal Extern, Virginia Beach Commonwealth's Attorney's Office

1983 - 1983

Legal Extern, Tidewater Legal Aid Society, Norfolk

1978 - 1980

Psychology Department Teaching Assistant, Old Dominion University

1977 - 1978

Psychology Department Research Assistant, Old Dominion University

1972 - 1984

Translator (Spanish), Free Lance

Associations

2010 - Present

Virginia Beach Bar Association Seatack Elementary School Mentoring Program

Member

1985 - Present

Virignia State Bar

Member

1985 - Present

Virginia Beach Bar Association

Member

2001 - 2001

Multicultural Alliance of Tidewater

Former Member

2000 - 2008

Virginia Beach Bar Association, Mentor Committee

Former Member

1995 - 1995

Tidewater Legal Aid Society

Former Board Member

1995 - 1995

Virginia Beach Bar Association, Domestic Relations District Court Liaison Committee

Former Member

1992 - 1992

Virginia Beach Chamber of Commerce, Sister Cities Project Committee

Former Member

1990 - 2014

Virginia Beach CLASS Program (Counsel Advocating Sposual Safety) Juvenile and Domestic Relations District Court

Pro Bono Attorney

1990 - 1990

YWCA

Former Board Member

1985 - 1998

Hispanic-American Society of Tidewater

Former Officer and Board Member

1985 - 2005

Tidewater Legal Aid Society Pro Bono Panel

Fomer Member Attorney

1978 - 1978

Phi Sigma Phi Scholastic Honor Society

Member

Education

1985

William & Mary Law School

JD - Juris Doctor

1982

Old Dominion University

BA - Bachelor of Arts

1980

Old Dominion University

MS - Master of Science

1978

Old Dominion University

BS - Bachelor of Science

Languages

Spanish

English

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