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Dennis Wayne Tackett

also known as Dennis Tackett, Dennis W. Tackett
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  • Virginia Beach, VA
  • Licensed for 31 years
  • Free consultation
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About Dennis

I have always been interested in the law. I have been raised with the belief that people need to have the opportunity for justice to occur in their lives. I used to work for the insurance industry. Back in 1993, I saw the "light" and began to represent the injury victims against the insurance companies and large corporations. I have never looked back. I receive great satisfaction in knowing I did a great job while representing my clients. I am very understanding, patient and I have great compassion for my clients who have experienced harm or the loss of a loved one because of negligence. I have vast experience with almost anything that can occur in modern life. Chances are, I have already had a client with problems or a case similar to yours.

Practice areas

  1. Personal injury: 65%

    Motor vehicle accidents, wrongful death, slip and falls, nursing home injuries, medical malpractice, Head injuries. Defective/dangerous products.

    42 years, 15,000 cases

  2. Animal law: 5%

    Dog bites

    42 years, 150 cases

  3. Car accident: 5%

    All motor vehicle crashes. Car/Bicycle crashes. Car/Pedestrian crashes.

    42 years, 10,000 cases

  4. Medical malpractice: 5%

    Hospital or physician mistakes, nursing home neglect. Birth injuries.

    42 years, 150 cases

  5. Motorcycle accident: 5%

    Motorcycle crashes.

    42 years, 1,500 cases

  6. Nursing home abuse and neglect: 5%

    Bed sores. Staff injuring patient. Slip and falls. Staff dropping patient.

    42 years, 75 cases

  7. Trucking accident: 5%

    Big rigs cause serious injuries.

    42 years, 300 cases

  8. Wrongful death: 5%

    When a loved one's death is caused by someone else.

    42 years, 15 cases

Languages spoken

English

Contact

The Law Office of Dennis Tackett, PLLC

923 First Colonial Rd Ste 1818
Virginia Beach, VA, 23454-3182

    Resume

    License
    StateStatusAcquiredUpdated
    VAAuthorized to Practice Law201003/25/2022
    OHInactive199105/09/2022
    We have not found any instances of professional misconduct for this lawyer.
    Avvo Contributions
    Legal answers2477
    Legal guides0
    Awards
    Award nameGrantorDate Granted
    10 Best Personal Injury Attorneys For VirginiaAmerican Institute of Personal Injury Lawyers2017
    Top 100 Trial LawyersNational Trial Lawyers2017
    Top 100 Litigation LawyersAmerican Society of Legal Advocates2017
    Peer Review RatedMartindale-Hubbell2016
    2017 Lawyer Of Distinction NominatedLawyers of Distinction2016
    Top 100 Lawyers In VirginiaAmerican Society of Legal Advocates2016
    Nation's Top One PercentThe National Association Of Distinguished Counsel2015
    Top Lawyers ListCoastal Virginia Magazine2015
    Top Contributor AwardAVVO2015
    Superb RatingAVVO2015
    Virginia's 10 BestAmerican Institute Of Personal Injury Attorneys2014
    Superb RatingAVVO2014
    Top Contributor AwardAVVO2014
    Excellent RatingAVVO2013
    Peer Review RatedMartindale-Hubbell2013
    Special CounselState Of California Attorney General1996
    Cum LaudeKent State University1984
    work experience
    TitleCompany nameDuration
    Sole PracticionerLaw Office Of Dennis W. Tackett, PLLC2010 - Present
    Sole PracticionerLaw Office Of Dennis W. Tackett2000 - 2010
    Managing General PartnerTackett,Zapka and Leuchtag1997 - 2000
    Sole PracticionerLaw Office Of Dennis W. Tackett1993 - 1997
    Claims SupervisorCommercial Union Insurance Company1983 - 1993
    Specialist-Military PoliceU S Army1974 - 1977
    associations
    Association namePosition nameDuration
    National Association of Distinguished CounselMember2015 - Present
    Virginia Beach Bar AssociationMember2010 - Present
    Virginia Bar AssociationMember2010 - Present
    Circuit Court Of VirginiaPracticing Attorney Member2010 - Present
    Virginia Trial Lawyers AssociationMember2015 - 2019
    American Bar AssociationMember2014 - 2017
    Trumbull County Bar AssociationCommittee Member2001 - 2012
    Trumbull County Bar AssociationMember-Medical/Legal Liason2001 - 2006
    American Bar AssociationPrior Member1997 - 2000
    Ohio Academy of Trial LawyersMember1996 - 2010
    Ohio State Bar AssociationPrior Member1991 - 1998
    education
    School nameDegreeGraduated
    University of AkronJD - Juris Doctor1991
    Kent State UniversityBA - Bachelor of Arts1984
    Thomas NelsonCertified Police Officer-VA1976
    speaking engagements
    Conference nameTitleDate
    Open Seminar regarding Wills, Trusts and Estate PlanningWills, Trusts and Estate Planning2005
    Your rights under Ohio Law regarding unauthorized release of confidential medical informationPatient's Rights Regarding Medical Information2000
    Open Seminar Regarding Ohio Law Regarding Recall ElectionsOhio Law Regarding Recall Elections1997
    legal cases
    Case nameOutcome
    $100,000.00 Settlement of Car Crash for the MaximumSettled for $100,000.00 without going to Court
    $100,000.00 Settlement against Nail Salon$100,000.00 settlement without going to Court.
    Large Settlement for Trip and Fall InjuriesLarge Settlement at Court Mediation Session. Due to Confidentiality Clause in the settlement agreement, we are not permitted to identify which fast food restaurant was involved nor are we permitted to disclose the amount of the Settlement.
    wrongful deathI am restricted by a confidentiality clause as to the amount of the settlement, but the amount was very large.
    Nursing home negligenceCase was settled after a lawsuit was filed. The amount of the settlement is confidential. However, the client was very satisfied.
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    Reviews

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    Wrongful Death of My Dog

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    Very Pleased, Highly Recommended!

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    Thank you, Sir.

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    Dennis Wayne Tackett's response: Thank you Alison. Good luck in your new home! Dennis.

    I Wish I Came To Him First

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    Dennis Wayne Tackett's response: Joy, Thank you for such kind words. It is my pleasure to help you with your case. I am also extremely pleased with the result. I wish you and your family much happiness and prosperity! Dennis Tackett.

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    Dennis Wayne Tackett's response: Thank you Taylyn for your kind words. It has been a pleasure representing you.

    Pain Free!!

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    Dennis Wayne Tackett's response: Thanks Danielle, I am glad I was able to help you.

    Very friendly, And really keeps you informed.

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    Dennis Wayne Tackett's response: Thanks Adam, I trust everything is going well with your civilian life. Dennis.

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    Lawyer Pete Singh

    Pete Singh, Unknown Attorney on Mar 22, 2018
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    I endorse this lawyer. He is attentive, knowledgable and a zealous advocate for his clients.

    Lawyer Rahul Aggarwal

    Rahul Aggarwal, Unknown Attorney on Mar 19, 2018
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    An excellent lawyer who treats clients with patience, care, understanding, and utmost professionalism - an even better person and I wholeheartedly recommend for future services.

    Lawyer Pete Singh

    Pete Singh, Unknown Attorney on Mar 22, 2018
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    I endorse this lawyer. He is attentive, knowledgable and a zealous advocate for his clients.

    Lawyer Rahul Aggarwal

    Rahul Aggarwal, Unknown Attorney on Mar 19, 2018
    Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

    An excellent lawyer who treats clients with patience, care, understanding, and utmost professionalism - an even better person and I wholeheartedly recommend for future services.

    Lawyer Robert Stuart Hahn

    Robert Hahn, Personal injury Attorney on Mar 8, 2018
    Relationship: Other

    I have reviewed several of Mr. Tackett's responses on this site and I would strongly recommend him if you are looking for a personal injury attorney.

    Lawyer Willie Stephen Graves

    Willie Graves, Personal injury Attorney on Apr 7, 2017
    Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

    Well-reputed, skilled advocate. I endorse this lawyer without reservation.

    Lawyer Walter Rudolph Hnot, III

    Walter Hnot,, Car accident Attorney on Mar 22, 2017
    Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

    Dennis is an excellent attorney committed to providing the highest quality representation to clients. I endorse this attorney without reservation.

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    Ali Ebrahimzadeh, Unknown Attorney on Jan 26, 2017
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    I endorse this lawyer.

    Lawyer Philip Vera

    Philip Vera, Personal injury Attorney on Oct 14, 2015
    Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

    I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Tackett is a highly respected attorney who is known for fighting hard for his clients.

    Lawyer Alexandra Gonzalez-Waddington

    Alexandra Gonzalez-Waddington, Criminal defense Attorney on Oct 14, 2015
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    I endorse this lawyer.

    Lawyer Paul Elton Turner Jr.

    Paul Turner, Personal injury Attorney on Sep 21, 2015
    Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

    Mr. Tackett has repeatedly demonstrated a high degree of knowledge and skill in his specialties on AVVO, and I endorse him.

    Lawyer Christopher Andrew Gaj

    Christopher Gaj, Car accident Attorney on Aug 31, 2015
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    I endorse this lawyer. Dennis is a strong litigator with a compassionate demeanor.

    Lawyer Mark V. Clay

    Mark Clay, Personal injury Attorney on Aug 19, 2015
    Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

    I highly endorse Mr. Tackett. Truly exceptional and caring attorney who achieves great results in representing clients! I really want all people to contact him for help.

    Lawyer Brent R. Hardy

    Brent Hardy, Car accident Attorney on Aug 8, 2015
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    I endorse Dennis without reservation. He has demonstrated an exceptional grasp of the law and has the skills of a superb litigator.

    Lawyer Jamie Lynn Karek

    Jamie Karek, Personal injury Attorney on May 6, 2015
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    I endorse this lawyer.

    Lawyer Jonathan Pierre Lacour

    Jonathan Lacour, Personal injury Attorney on Apr 27, 2015
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    I endorse this lawyer. Quality representation and exceptional attentiveness to clients.

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    Katherine Bakes, Animal law Attorney on Mar 9, 2015
    Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

    I endorse this lawyer. Excellent attention to detail and a fantastic advocate for all his clients.

    Lawyer Samuel Lynndon Morgan

    Samuel Morgan, Personal injury Attorney on Mar 6, 2015
    Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

    Mr Tackett is a top notch lawyer. He will fight for you and get you the best result possible. He has the respect of the legal community and will do a great job for you. I endorse this lawyer.

    Lawyer Jill L Rogers

    Jill Rogers, Unknown Attorney on Mar 3, 2015
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    This attorney strives to always represent clients the best way possible. I endorse this lawyer.

    Lawyer Ray C Brooks

    Ray Brooks, Car accident Attorney on Mar 2, 2015
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    I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Tackett is a good personal injury and auto accident lawyer. He knows the law well and does hard work to help his clients.

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    Judd Nemiro, Unknown Attorney on Feb 27, 2015
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    Very determined and dedicated attorney. I endorse this lawyer

    Lawyer Jan Freerk Hoen

    Jan Hoen, Personal injury Attorney on Jan 22, 2015
    Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

    I endorse this lawyer. Knowledgeable and experienced.

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    • Free Consultation Some lawyers offer a free consultation to help determine whether their services are right for your legal needs60 minutes
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    • Contingency A contingency fee is the percent of the final award a lawyer will receive as compensation. For some of these cases, lawyers will only be paid if there is a successful outcome.33%-40%