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 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 Mark | February 10, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Child Support

Extremely Effective Advocate

Richard represented me in a child support case. He recognized immediately that a court filing by my former spouse for more money should be dismissed with prejudice. He filed a motion to dismiss, argued for dismissal at a short hearing, and the judge dismissed the case. Clear-thinking, energetic, a...nd courteous, I recommend Richard highly.

Posted by Susan | February 17, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Outstanding Attorney - Extremely Knowledgeable and Dedicated Professional

I hired Mr. Garriott to represent me in a very difficult contentious divorce and child custody case over three years ago. He and his staff were extremely supportive and have a three for three record - three court trials and three extremely successful outcomes. Children's expenses, changing visitat...ion schedules, custody issues, difficult opposing attorneys and the multiple appeals - he and his staff have and will continue to receive my highest recommendation. Passionate and knowledgeable about the law and doing what is right -I would recommend him without hesitation for the most complicated cases. Words can not express the gratitude for all that he has done for my family and our new normal. If you need a divorce lawyer in Virginia Beach, Chesapeake or Suffolk - you need to hire this attorney!

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Michael Waddington

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"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

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Stephen Pfeiffer

Personal injury lawyer | Oct 15

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"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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