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Colin Patrick O'Dawe
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Biography
Colin grew up in a military family throughout the US and Europe before graduating from high school in York County, Virginia. Colin currently lives in Virginia Beach with his wife and two sons.
Colin received his Bachelor of Arts degree from Virginia Tech in 2003, and his Juris Doctor from George Mason School of Law in 2006. In law school, he was a full member of George Mason's Law Review, worked as a law clerk at a personal injury law firm in Northern Virginia and interned at the United States Department of Justice.
After graduating from law school, Colin returned to Hampton Roads and practiced as a trial lawyer for five years at the Office of the Public Defender for the City of Norfolk. There, he developed extensive trial experience in hundreds of bench trials and dozens of jury trials.
Colin currently serves the citizens of the Commonwealth of Virginia as a Governor appointed member of the Virginia Board of Corrections.
Colin is a member of both The Virginia State Bar and The North Carolina State Bar. He is also admitted and qualified to practice in the U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Virginia, the U.S. District Court for the Western District of Virginia, and the U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of North Carolina. Colin is also an active member of the Virginia Trial Lawyers Association (VTLA) and a member of North Carolina Advocates for Justice (NCAJ). In 2016, Colin was selected by Super Lawyers as a "Rising Star". In 2015, Colin was selected by Virginia Coastal Magazine as a "Top Lawyer". He has a very active personal injury, admiralty, and criminal defense trial practice.
Practice Areas
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Practice Area
Fees and Rates
Cost
Contingency
33%-40%
Retainer
Sometimes
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Licensed in North Carolina for 12 years
State: North Carolina
Acquired: 2014
No misconduct found
Licensed in Virginia for 19 years
State: Virginia
Acquired: 2007
No misconduct found
Location
Kalfus and Nachman
870 N. Military Hwy., Suite 300, Norfolk, VA, 23502
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Posted by Dean Fralin | November 16, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Car Accidents
Personal injury case
I hired Kalfus and Nachman following a car accident.I had injuries that prevented me from working for 4 months.My case eventually went to trial where Colin O Dawe did a outstanding job of representing me.The other driver was insured by Geico.Its well known how rough Geico is in Court.Their lawyer and...
Posted by T. Johnson | December 08, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
Awesome Service
I had the pleasure of working with Colin O'Dawe and Emily. I had the pleasure of meeting Atty. Hernandez before he passed the baton to Colin. In court , Colin speaks so eloquently and he knows his stuff. He's like a pitbull that won't give up without a fight. Love you and your team Colin. If you read...
Posted by anonymous | May 16, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
Colin is awesome!
Colin is awesome! He knows his stuffs! I was so nervous to go to court but his calm and relaxed manner helped me stay calm as well. He kept me informed about everything. His professionalism and reassuring words helped me get through that day. He responded promptly whenever i had any questions. I woul...
Posted by Brandy | March 10, 2017 | Hired Attorney
Excellent Service
Colin took on my case with great professionalism. He explained clearly each step of the process. I would recommend him to anyone.
Posted by Victoria | June 08, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Personal Injury
Represented my best interests
Collin represented me in a personal injury case in which there was very little damage to the property but severe damage to my body. Collin made sure I had a voice and that the people responsible for causing the injury were responsible for the financial burden said injury caused me. It was not an easy...
Colin Patrick O'Dawe's Lawyer Endorsements
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"I had the privilege of working with Mr. O'Dawe for several years. He always impressed me as a diligent and talented litigator. I would not hesitate to entrust Mr. O'Dawe with any legal matters of my own."
"I had the privilege of working together with Mr. O'Dawe in Norfolk, VA. He is hard-working and extremely intelligent. His ability to think quickly and react serves him well in the court room, and his work ethic means he is always prepared."
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"I endorse this lawyer. Colin is detail oriented and fine trial attorney. He is aggressive and obtains verdicts that reflect his ability to represent people injured by the carelessness of others."
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Experience
Honors
2016
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2016
Top Attorneys Virginia Rising Star, Richmond Magazine
2015
Top Lawyers of Coastal Virginia, Coastal Virginia Magazine
2014
VA Brd. of Corrections (Correctional Services Chair), Governor of Virginia
2004
Law Review Full Member, George Mason School of Law
Work Experience
2012 - Present
Personal Injury Litigation Attorney, Kalfus and Nachman
2007 - 2012
Senior Assistant Public Defender, Office of the Public Defender in Norfolk, Va
Associations
2015 - Present
Virginia Beach Bar AssociationMember
2015 - Present
United States District Court for the Eastern District of North CarolinaMember
2014 - Present
North Carolina Advocates for JusticeMember
2014 - Present
United States District Court for the Western District of VirginiaMember
2013 - Present
United States District Court for the Eastern District of VirginiaMember
2012 - Present
Virginia Trial Lawyers AssociationMember
2004 - 2006
George Mason Law ReviewMember
Education
2006
George Mason University School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
2003
Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2015
VBBA CLE
Ethics
Publications
2015
Ethics Update and Examples 2015
Ethics materials approved by VA Bar
2005
George Mason Law Review
U.S. v. Gori: The Fourth Amendment’s Warrant Clause — An Example of Framer’s Intent Ignored or Blurred Once Again?
2005
George Mason Law Review
U.S. v. Gori: The Fourth Amendment’s Warrant Clause — An Example of Framer’s Intent Ignored or Blurred Once Again?
2005
George Mason Law Review
U.S. v. Gori: The Fourth Amendment’s Warrant Clause — An Example of Framer’s Intent Ignored or Blurred Once Again?
Languages
English
Spanish
Activity
Legal Answers
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Q&A
Im asking about a debt collector AFNI that is trying to collect 4500 from my girlfriend from a previous car accident she caused.
04 Mar 2015
Q&A
I was issued a failure to yield right of way citation in Richmond, VA. Should I fight this in court?
05 Dec 2014
Q&A
Is this a curfew violation?
30 Nov 2014