Lawren D. Burroughs

Lawren D. Burroughs

5.0
Rating: 8.4

Licensed for 19 years

Divorce and separation Lawyer at Virginia Beach, VA
Practice Areas: Divorce & Separation, Child Custody, Uncontested Divorce, Adoption

4445 Corporation Ln, STE 225, Virginia Beach, VA

About Lawren

Biography

Practice Areas

4

Practice Areas

Divorce and Separation 40%

Our divorce/separation matters typically include child custody, parenting time, child support, spousal support, equitable distribution (property/debt division), and military/government-related issues. We are LGBTQIA+ welcoming and affirming.

20 years

40%
Child Custody 30%

20 years

30%
Adoption 15%

We only handle stepparent adoption where the noncustodial biological parent consents to the adoption. These are managed in our office and online through Frugal Legal Services®.

20 years

15%
Uncontested Divorce 15%

Most uncontested divorces are managed through Frugal Legal Services®. These are for Virginia residents (for a minimum of 6 months preceding the date we file a complaint on your behalf), with or without children, who have been living separately and apart without cohabitation and without interruption for a minimum of 6 months or a year (depending upon whether you have children and/or a validly executed separation agreement).

20 years

15%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Hourly Rates

$ 350-350 per hour


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Virginia for 19 years

State: Virginia

Acquired: 2006

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Burroughs Law Office, P.C. (dba) Frugal Legal Services

4445 Corporation Ln, STE 225, Virginia Beach, VA, 23462

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Lawren D. Burroughs's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

20 Client Reviews

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Showing 1 - 4 of 4 reviews | Family

Posted by Justin | April 05, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Family

Child custody

Ms. Burroughs is the staple and prime example of what a top notch family law attorney is. Extremely professional, focused, and prepared these are only some of the accolades Ms. Burroughs deserves. I wish I could give Ms. Burroughs more stars because I feel it is a great injustice to only be able to g...ive a single digit. I will be recommending her for the rest of my life and everyone I speak to will know and. Burroughs is a hard working and driven attorney who you will never doubt have her all in any and every case she works!

Posted by Guy | March 21, 2014 | Family

Best Experience

I have fairly limited writing experience, so please bear with me. I was a wreck dealing with my Ex-Wife (Scared/intimidated) on custody of our son. Mr. Burroughs was patient and thorough with me through the entire process. I couldn't be happier with my experience with Burroughs Law Office. I now ...have physical custody of my son. Thank you Mr. Burroughs! Thank you Geneva!

Posted by Kathryn Simms | January 27, 2014 | Family

My Testimony

"I honestly don't even know where to start. When I was served with papers by my ex-husband who already had custody of our 4 year old son, I was floored. He was taking me to court for all of my parental rights to be stripped and to cut me out of my sons life once and for all. My first reaction was ...to jump on the phone and start dialing every number to every lawyer I could find on Google! after several interviews I was starting to feel hopeless...like none of them were truly going to fight for me, I felt like a lost cause. Until my final attempt. Heartbroken and scared for my childs and my relationship, I did one last search for lawyers in the Norfolk/Virginia Beach area. Burroughs Law popped up and I didn't recognise the name from prior attempts so I read through his profile...one word in particular popped out at me, ''hollistically". Instantly I felt connected and knew these were my people, so I called. Boy was I right!! Geneva Van Pelt answered the phone and I felt immediately as though I was talking to an old friend. She joked with me, laughed with me, got mad WITH ME at the horrific things my ex was attempting to do. I hadn't even felt that at ease when speaking with family and friends. She immediately had my back and for once in several weeks, I felt like things were going to be ok! She immediately set up an interview with Larry and I felt like I was waiting to go to Disney Land! I couldn't wait to speak with him and get everything started! The day finally came and Mr. Burroughs and I had a wonderful conversation. He LISTENED, he didn't talk to me like I was a nobody, like I didn't matter. He instilled confidence in me, made me truly believe that all would be ok and he would not let me fall. He gave me the advice I needed and the steps to get things done. If I felt nervous or scared, I called or emailed him and he reassured me. If I was angry and needed to vent, he was there for me to lean on. While we were in court, he had a professional, kind, and confident presence with our "team"...he held it together beautifully and gracefully to help maintain MY sanity. But somehow in all that calm, you could still see the storm clouds rolling in quietly. He had a subtle intimidation that rocked my ex to the core. He never hestiated, stood his ground, and didn't allow things to go unmentioned when we were in front of the judge. He may be a gentle giant but he is certainly no pushover and he knows his job and DOES his job well. Now that court has passed, I still remain in touch. Larry and Geneva are amazing people who helped me through one of the hardest times of my life and I will forever be grateful for the both of them. I would whole heartedly recommend Burroughs Law to anyone! "

Posted by anonymous | March 16, 2012 | Family

Great Military Divorce Attorney

Mr. Burroughs is not just a divorce attorney, he is a true family law attorney. I was so confused about how to handle the custody of our children and what my spouse should or could receive after the divorce. He didn't necessarily say what I wanted to hear but he was honest and thorough and the end ...result was the best for me, my spouse, and the children. He and his staff were patient and helpful at all times, despite my incessant phone calls and crazy questions. His assistant always returned my calls even if just to say that Mr. Burroughs was out and would get back to me by e-mail. His rates are more reasonable than other attorneys and he was worth every penny and then some. I would recommend him for military divorce or any family law in general.

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Mary Commander

Family lawyer | Jun 24

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Barbara Fuller

Family lawyer | Jun 24

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"I endorse this lawyer. Lawren is professional, prepared, knowledgable, and represents her clients well. She is compassionate and conducts herself with class and civility in and out of court."

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Daniel Miller

Divorce and separation lawyer | Jan 16

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

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R. Rowell

Divorce and separation lawyer | Mar 24

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I have worked with Lawrence on several matters in the past, have known him for more than 10 years, and know that he always gives 100% on every case. He is diligent in his preparation and is a strong advocate for his clients."

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Experience

Rating:  8.4 (Excellent)

Honors

2024

Best Divorce Lawyers in Virginia Beach, Expertise

2024

Best Family Law Lawyers in Virginia Beach, Expertise

2020

Best Divorce Lawyers in Virginia Beach, Expertise

2016

Best Divorce Lawyers in Virginia Beach, Expertise

Work Experience

2006 - Present

Attorney, Burroughs Law Office, P.C. (dba) Frugal Legal Services

2006 - 2008

Assistant Public Defender, Office Of The Public Defender

2006 - 2014

Adjunct Professor, Saint Leo University

2000 - 2003

Dealer Services, American Funds Distributors

1998 - 2000

Dealer Services, Delaware Investments

1993 - 1998

Manager, Spirit of Norfolk

Associations

2024 - Present

United States Supreme Court Bar

Attorney Member

2024 - Present

Virginia LGBTQ Bar Association

Member

2020 - Present

National Trans Bar Association

Attorney Member

2017 - Present

Virginia Beach Bar Association

Attorney Member

2021 - 2025

LGBTQ Family Law Institute

Attorney Member

2020 - 2023

LGBT life Center Board of Directors

Member, Secretary

2016 - 2025

National LGBTQ Bar Association

Attorney Member

Education

2005

Regent University School of Law

Juris Doctor

1998

Virginia Wesleyan University

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2023

Coming Out Day Panel

Panel Discussion (LGBTQIA+ Counsel)

2022

Coming Out Day Panel - LGBT Affinity Group

Panel Discussion (LGBTQIA+ Counsel)

2009

Military Issues in Family Law

Servicemembers Civil Relief Act

Publications

Languages

English

Activity

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