Richard Ellis Garriott Jr.

Richard Ellis Garriott Jr.

4.3
Rating: 9.8

Licensed for 29 years

Family Lawyer at Virginia Beach, VA
Practice Areas: Family, Divorce & Separation

5041 Corporate Woods Dr., Suite G180, Virginia Beach, VA

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Licenses

Licensed in Virginia for 29 years

State: Virginia

Acquired: 1996

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Location

Garriott | Maurer, PLLC

5041 Corporate Woods Dr., Suite G180, Virginia Beach, VA, 23462

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Richard Ellis Garriott Jr.'s Reviews

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4.3 /5.0

19 Client Reviews

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Posted by anonymous | December 06, 2025 | Hired Attorney

Competent Attorney, but Retainer Was Billed Before Case Began

I retained this attorney because he seemed knowledgeable and competent during our initial consultations. However, I never instructed him to begin any legal action, as I was still deciding on timing. Later, when I reviewed the billing statements, I was surprised to see how much of my retainer had been... used through repeated 15-minute ‘update’ entries, even though no work had been initiated on my matter. Aside from a few brief emails, there hadn’t been much communication, so I didn’t expect ongoing billing while the case was essentially inactive. He may be a good fit for others, but in my experience the billing approach didn’t align with what I expected for a matter that hadn’t yet begun. I would recommend future clients clarify how updates are billed before retaining.

Posted by Allan | March 14, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody

Exceptional Representation with Compassion and Professionalism

I cannot say enough good things about Richard Garriott and the way he represented me and my family during our custody case. From start to finish, Richard was incredibly professional, attentive, and compassionate. He treated our family with the utmost respect and care, always taking the time to listen... and truly understand what was best for our daughter. What impressed me most was how Richard navigated a very complicated and emotionally charged case with such calm, grace, and professionalism. Even when faced with difficult circumstances, he handled every interaction with respect and care, always staying focused on the goal of doing what was best for our child. Richard was responsive, thoughtful in his advice, and extremely knowledgeable throughout the entire process. His ability to guide us through such a challenging situation gave us peace of mind and ultimately helped us achieve the outcome we hoped for. If you are looking for an attorney who will advocate for you and your family with integrity, professionalism, and genuine care, I highly recommend Richard Garriott. We are deeply grateful for his support during one of the most difficult times in our lives.

Posted by Katie | May 10, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Excellent divorce attorney

I hired Richard for my divorce and he was amazing! He listened, gave great legal advice and his firm handled everything! Any questions that arose were answered. All aspects from separation agreement to negotiations to court were handled expeditiously and with no delays or errors. I have actually hi...red him a second time to handle a change in the actual agreement regarding my children. I trust him and his staff! Every step of the way, he has had my best interest at heart!

Posted by anonymous | April 12, 2022 | Hired Attorney

Avoid at all costs

Avoid this lawyer unless you want to lose everything. Poor communication within his colleagues with prolonging the case so they can charge more.

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Posted by Stina | March 28, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Litigation

Highly Recommend

Mr. Garriott is a polite and well polished attorney. In consulting with him I quickly noted his calm and professional demeanor. He is well connected within the legal community and is respected by his peers and judges. Throughout the process of litigation (including multiple court appearances) Mr. Ga...rriott executed a successful plan. He has a simple yet no non-sense approach and bolsters his case with the facts. This helped not only me but the other attorneys and judges to understand as well. Which helps the opposition and the judge to see his point of view and that aids in its concurrence. His ability to remain calm and focused greatly enhances his ability to explain and present his case. He has a tenacious, uncompromising and unwavering commitment to his clients and their best interests. Has the education, experience and personality to secure such. Litigation can be very a emotionally, financially and physically exhausting process. Through his experience, confidence, competence and excellent communication skills Mr. Garriott is able to shield his clients from some of this and make the processes a little easier for those he represents. I strongly recommend Mr. Garriott to all.

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Michael Waddington

Personal injury lawyer | Jun 02

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

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

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Herbert Ellis

Personal injury lawyer | Jan 23

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Stephen Pfeiffer

Personal injury lawyer | Oct 15

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Mr. Garriott is a consummate professional with an excellent reputation in the courthouse. I endorse this lawyer."

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Experience

Rating:  9.8 (Superb)

Honors

2020

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers Magazine

2020

Legal Elite, Family Law, Va. Business Magazine

2020

Top 100 Lawyers in Va., Richmond Magazine

2020

Best Lawyers in America, U.S. News & World Report

2009

Leader in the Law, Va. Lawyers Weekly

Work Experience

2012 - 2020

Shareholder, Pender & Coward, PLLC

1997 - 2015

Partner, Clarke, Dolph, Rapaport, Hull, Brunick & Garriott, PLLC

Associations

2020 - Present

International Academy of Family Lawyers

Fellow

2011 - Present

American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers

Fellow

Norfolk and Portsmouth Bar Association

Member

Virginia Beach Bar Association

Member

2019 - 2019

Virginia Bar Association

President

2014 - 2015

Virginia State Bar, Family Law Section

Chair

Education

1996

University of Richmond, The T. C. Williams School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1993

Ball State University

MA - Masters

1991

University of Richmond

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Languages

English

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