Tatiana Mendez
About Tatiana
Biography
Tatiana “Lawtina” Mendez is a highly sought-after bilingual attorney (English and Spanish) and a published author of "Virginia Child Custody Guide," which is available as a paperback from Amazon. She helps clients in complex child custody cases, and practices in the areas of family law and family-based immigration. Tatiana has extensive experience in contested cases and has also represented the best interests of children as a Guardian ad litem assigned by the Court. Tatiana has additional training as a mediator, and is well known for being able to settle even the toughest cases. Tatiana’s clients will tell you that she is kind and empathetic, straight-forward, and always fully committed to doing what it takes to get excellent results in her cases.
Tatiana is an accomplished attorney in Hampton Roads. She has been honored as a “Gold Client Champion” by Martindale-Hubbell, voted by her peers as a “Rising Star” for Super Lawyers, recognized as a “Top Lawyer” by Coastal Virginia Magazine, selected to the list of “Top 40 Under 40” by The National Trial Lawyers, honored as one of the “Top 40 Family Lawyers Under 40” by the American Society of Legal Advocates, and received a perfect 10 rating from , amongst many other distinctions.
Prior to the launch of her career, Tatiana earned a B.S. degree in Psychology and a B.A. degree in Philosophy from Virginia Commonwealth University, with a minor in Religious Studies. Her collegiate experience includes an internship with the Central Intelligence Agency and study abroad in Spain at the University of Salamanca (she earned a top score in the International Fluency Exam for Spanish Translators). Tatiana received her law degree from Regent University School of Law in Virginia Beach. During law school, she volunteered as a tutor for juveniles at the Norfolk Detention Center and as a Student Bar Association mentor. She also interned for a year for the Federal Public Defender’s Office in Norfolk, VA.
Outside of the workplace, Tatiana loves to remain active with her two little boys. You can find Tatiana twirling in the air on aerial silks (like in cirque du solei) or playing outside. Tatiana considers herself a taco-aficionado.
Practice Areas
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Practice Areas
Fees and Rates
Cost
Sometimes
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Licensed in Virginia for 12 years
State: Virginia
Acquired: 2013
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Location
Artemisa Law
900 Commonwealth Place, Suite 200 Box 453, Virginia Beach, VA, 23464
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Tatiana Mendez's Reviews
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64 Client Reviews
Showing 6 - 10 of 18 reviews | Practice Area Knowledge
Posted by Sharona | February 24, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody
Easy to work with and no nonsense
Tatiana was great through out the custody process and was easy to work with and her expertise of the law was fantastic. Hopefully there is no need for her services in the future, but if needed I wouldn't hesitate to use her again.
Posted by anonymous | January 07, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
Divorce / Custody
I am very pleased with the service I received from Ms Mendez. She was not my initial lawyer but was able to pick up and continue with the process smoothly. Due my period as a law enforcement officer I also experienced Ms Mendez dedication to her clients on traffic/criminal cases.
Posted by Raj | July 10, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Speeding & Traffic Ticket
Fabulous direction to dismiss a summon
Attorney has directed me to take the VB driver improvement course which will support the case for requesting to dismiss the speeding ticket. Along with clean driving record completed the driving course and finally the summon was dismissed. Delighted to hear that news! Great job. Thank you so much!
Posted by Ramseys Sandoval | June 28, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
Disturbing The Peace
Tatiana Mendez represented me in a bogus case for Disturbing the Peace. Initiated by my ex-wife. I have worked with several attorney's thought-out the past several of years. However she by far has been #1 on my list of attorney's. Her communication skills are outstanding. The ability to draw reasonab...
Posted by Matthew | February 18, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody
Amazing Attorney
Mrs. Mendez is an amazing attorney she accepted my custody case with a truly open mind, given my nontraditional situation. She dedicated herself to my case giving me and my daughter great attention and care over a two- and half-year period. I’m a military member and was stationed over 2,000 miles fro...
Tatiana Mendez's Lawyer Endorsements
"Tatiana Ilchyshyn is a diligent and tenacious attorney, one that you definitely want on your side. She and I worked on a criminal matter together, as well as countless hours in law school, and I know she can tackle great challenges with ease. I endorse this lawyer and routinely recommend her services to others."
"Ms. Ilchyshyn is a very passionate, dedicated, smart, and hard working lawyer. She impressed me immediately upon meeting her with her commitment to seeking justice and righting wrongs. Her best quality is that she is fearless, which is exactly what everyone needs in a lawyer. I would not hesitate to place important personal matters in her hands."
"Tatiana Mendez is a knowledgeable and passionate attorney. If you want someone who will fight for you, she is the perfect choice."
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"Tatiana is an exceptional attorney. She advocates for her clients zealously and gets great results. I endorse Tatiana without hesitation."
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"Ms. Ilchyshyn is a highly trusted member of the legal community, her contribution is greatly appreciated and valued."
"I highly endorse Ms. Ilchyshyn. She has proven she is extremely knowledgeable in family law by her accurate and comprehensive answers on Avvo. If you need a good family law attorney who will get you results, do not hesitate to give Ms. Ilchyshyn a call."
"I endorse Ms. Ilchyshyn as she is an outstanding attorney that obtains great results for her clients charged with offenses and dealing with domestic issues. Top notch."
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Experience
Honors
2023
Top Lawyer, Coastal Virginia Magazine
2022
Rising Star, SuperLawyers
2022
Legal Elite, Virginia Business
2022
Client Gold Champion, Martindale-Hubbell
2021
Legal Elite - Family Law Domestic Relations, Virginia Business
2021
Legal Elite, The American Registry
2021
Client Gold Champion, Martindale-Hubbell
2021
Top Lawyer in Family Law, Coastal Virginia Magazine
2021
Rising Star, SuperLawyers
2020
Rising Star, SuperLawyers
2020
Client's Choice, Avvo
2019
Client's Choice, Avvo
2017
Top 40 Lawyers Under 40, American Society of Legal Advocates
2016
Client's Choice, AVVO
2016
Best Law Firm - bronze award, Coastal Virginia Magazine
2015
Client's Choice - Family Law, AVVO
2015
Top Lawyer, Coastal Virginia Magazine
2015
Top 40 Under 40, The National Trial Lawyers Association
2015
Top 40 Under 40, National Trial Lawyers
2014
Client's Choice - Family Law, AVVO
2014
Top 40 Under 40, The National Trial Lawyers Association
2014
Top 40 Under 40, National Trial Lawyers
2014
Client's Choice - Criminal Law, AVVO
Work Experience
2025 - Present
Owner & Attorney, Artemisa Law
2024 - 2025
Senior Attorney, Toscano Law Group
2019 - 2024
Attorney, Ernest Law Group PLC
2016 - 2018
Associate Attorney, Commander Law
2014 - 2016
Associate Attorney, Price Benowitz, LLP
2013 - 2014
Attorney, Mendez Law PLC
Associations
2019 - Present
Virginia Bar Association, Criminal Law Section
2016 - Present
Virginia Trial Lawyers AssociationAttorney Member
2014 - Present
United States District Court for the Eastern District of VirginiaAdmitted to Practice
2014 - 2015
York-Poquoson Bar AssociationAttorney Member
Sample of Legal Cases
DISMISSED
6mo suspended, 1 weekend jail + 15 hours community service
Deferred Disposition for 50 hours of community service
Opposing party jailed for failure to pay
NOT GUILTY
DISMISSED
REDUCED to a lower charge
Granted Full Custody
DISMISSED
Education
2013
JD - Juris Doctor
2008
BS - Bachelor of Science
2008
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2021
Family Law: Divorce, Child Custody, and Spousal Support
Publications
2021
Languages
English
Spanish
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Answers
Moving kids out of state ?
12 May 2020
If my husband is abusive and i leave him would it be abandonment?
07 Apr 2020
Relocating within Virginia?
07 Apr 2020