$ 400-400 per hour
AV-Rated (Preeminent)in Family Law, Litigation, Criminal Defense, and Entertainment Law by the Martindale-Hubbell Peer Review Ratings system.
My practice focuses on representing clients in divorce, property settlement agreements, custody matters, pre-marital agreements and other domestic cases, as well as corporate clients in a variety of civil matters. Further, I offers services to those in the music industry and other artistic endeavors. Having been an active and working musician since the 1990's, I understand the particular needs of artists and music industry members.
I earned my J.D. from Quinnipiac University School of Law with a certificate in Criminal law. I earned my B.S. in Public Administration from George Mason University. While at Mason I was asked to participate as a foreign exchange student with Oxford University in Oxford, England. I finished my undergraduate studies at New College at Oxord with a concentration in History and Law.
I was admitted to the Virginia State Bar in 2005 and am the CLE chair of Domestic Relations Counsel for the Virginia Bar Association, a member of the Virginia Beach Bar Association, the Virginia Trial Lawyers Association and the American Trial Lawyers Association. I am also also a barrister with the l’Anson Hoffman American Inn of Court. I was accepted as Fellow in the American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers in 2017.
I began my legal career as an Assistant Commonwealth’s Attorney in Danville,Virginia and eventually served as a Senior Assistant Commonwealth's Attorney in Virginia Beach, Virginia before going into private practice.
$ 400-400 per hour
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5041 Corporate Woods Drive, Ste G180, Virginia Beach, VA, 23462
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Posted by Bunny | June 25, 2022 | Hired Attorney
He went above and beyond for my daughter always prompt caring and smart if i was ever to get a divorce i would choose him ( but i cant been married for 40 years)my daughter chose him and he totally went out his way at court for her. I cant tell u how honest and smart he is just a gift i guess Impres...
Posted by S. S. | February 1, 2021 | Hired Attorney
Patrick came highly recommended and I was not let down. He handled the very messy details of my divorce stipulation with expert finesse and an in-depth understanding of the challenges I was facing. He approached the entire situation with logic and reason and ensured I understood the best options af...
Posted by Terri | January 31, 2021 | Hired Attorney
I have retained Mr. Maurer on two separate occasions. Both situations he was extremely professional, kept me informed of the process and made a strategy to represent me and win. He is thorough with the facts and comes well prepared to court. He is definitely the attorney you want to represent you...
Posted by Susan | February 16, 2020 | Hired Attorney
Mr. Mauer provided outstanding support over the last three years during my custody, expenses and visitation trial. Extremely knowledgeable with regards to Divorce in Virginia - responsive, timely and effective. I am extremely pleased with the outcome of the trial. He works at Pender and Coward as p...
Posted by Michael | February 21, 2019 | Hired Attorney
To just say Patrick knows what he's doing would be an understatement. He is well versed, acquainted and connected within the Hampton Roads justice system and family law. I can honestly say that without his expertise my life would be drastically worse than my current status. Over the past three and h...
"I wholeheartedly endorse this lawyer. Patrick was a breeze to work with and should be anybody's first step when looking for a tenacious family law attorney."
"I first met Mr. Maurer during our time together at the Commonwealth Attorney's office. During that time, I observed his great work ethic and command of the courtroom. I've since seen Mr. Maurer take those skills and use them to become a family law attorney with one of the best repurations in this area. I endorse this attorney without reservation."
"I worked with Pat Maurer for several years. He excels in the courtroom and his case preparation is unparalleled. I have complete confidence in his abilities and without hesitation endorse him on all family law matters."
"I highly recommend Patrick Maurer, especially in the area of family law. He is an excellent courtroom advocate, and is well-respected by both the bench and practicing lawyers. I have complete confidence in his work, and will not hesitate to refer any family law matter to him."
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2018
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2016
Legal Elite, Virginia Business Magazine
2016
Top Lawyers of Coastal Virginia, Coastal Virginia Magazine
2013
AV-Rated (Preeminent), Martindale-Hubbel
2012 - Present
Shareholder, Pender & Coward
2011 - 2012
Attorney, Clarke, Dolph, Rapaport, Hull, Brunick, & Garriott
2006 - 2011
Senior Assistant Commonwealth's Attorney, Virginia Beach Commonwealth's Attorney
2005 - 2006
Assitant Commonwealth's Attorney, Danville Commonwealth's Attorney
2018 - Present
Seton Youth SheltersTreasurer
2017 - Present
Virginia State Bar, Family Law SectionBoard of Governors Member
2017 - Present
American Academy of Matrimonial LawyersFellow
2013 - Present
Virginia Bar AssociationCLE Chair of Domestic Relations Cousnel
2012 - Present
I'Anson-Hoffman American Inn of CourtMaster
2005
Juris Doctor
2002
Bachelor of Science
2015
Parental Support in Virginia
2014
Same Sex Marriage in Virginia
2013
UIDDA
2015
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