Rick Morris

Rick Morris

2.0
Rating: 1.0

Licensed for 21 years

Military law Lawyer at Norfolk, VA
Practice Areas: Military Law, Government

8400 Hampton Blvd, Norfolk, VA

About Rick

Biography

Practice Areas

2

Practice Areas

Military Law 80%

I have over 22 years of military experience in the U.S. Navy serving on submarines, aircraft carriers, Washington DC, and Iraq. I have a very unique military law background and was both enlisted and an officer. I will AGGRESSIVELY protect your rights and will FIGHT to protect your career and benefits.

25 years | 500 cases

80%
Government 20%

Security Clearance Attorney. During my military career I served as a Security Clearance Manager for 3 separate military commands. As an attorney, I have successfully represented clients and appealed denied security clearances before most Federal Agencies.

17 years | 100 cases

20%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 15 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in District of Columbia for 21 years

State: District of Columbia

Acquired: 2005

Disbarred

No misconduct found

Location

Law Center Pc

8400 Hampton Blvd, Norfolk, VA, 23505

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Rick Morris's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

2.0 /5.0

27 Client Reviews

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Posted by David | May 08, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Military Law

Did a very good job!

I was referred to Mr. Morris for legal assistance and he did a great job for me. The process took a little while but I expected it to since we were dealing for the Navy. I could not have asked for a better outcome. I definitely recommend!

Posted by Matt | March 22, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

No Support, No Response, Doesn't seem to care about Veteran Issues once the check clears.

I've literally called/emailed/text, over 37 times to this man and his office, and received 2 responses from him. This is over an 11 month period. And I have the records to back that up. He let the time for submitting my petition EXPIRE, so my opportunity is GONE. Even after the reminders that my subm...ittal window was closing, he would have one of his office people say that he's working on it, and schedule phone meetings he'd never attend. But he made sure he was paid up front. Please, don't get fooled like I did. It has been crushing watching the clock tick down, and my opportunity slip away. Please, shop around.

Posted by James | July 10, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Ethics & Professional Responsibility

Paid and never did anything except dodge calls

We paid 2500 bucks to him and he has never given results, returned calls, answered emails since february 2015. Conplaint made to virginia bar and washington dc. Save your money.

Posted by Jesse | August 22, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Military Law

A True Professional.

100% satisfied with the entire process. From the acceptance to the final process Rick and his firm were very professional and prompt. All questions and concerns that I had were answered within a reasonable amount of time. When the day came for my board, Rick was in complete control and set the to...ne for the process. I am very grateful to have had his help and expertise on my side. I would fully recommend him to anyone going through hard times. There was no one better for my military legal matters than him.

Posted by anonymous | July 26, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Military Law

Don't hesitate to hire Rick now

Rick Morris is the only attorney I will turn to for legal matters! I was getting kicked out of the Navy after 20 years of faithful service for something I did not do. No one was on my side. The Navy Jags assigned to me seemed too busy to assist, and did not believe my innocence. Where they did no...t fill me with confidence, Rick did in volumes. He conducted a thorough investigation to get the facts of my case and presented it at the BOI in a methodical, thoughtful, and passionate manner. He found and presented the evidence that would eventually fully exonerate me. Rick Morris is worth the money. Peace of mind is worth the money. And your career is worth the money. Service members facing discharge from the Service owe it to themselves to have Rick represent them.

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David Albo

Military law lawyer | Apr 20

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse Rich Morris. I serve with Rick Morris in the Virginia General Assembly and on legal matters involving military law. I am Chairman of the House Courts of Justice (Judiciary Committee). Rick is my "go to" attorney when I need legal work done on important legal issues with serious consequences. In my private law practice, when I have a military client, I always refer them to Rick to work out the consequences that may result from a criminal charge."

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Experience

Rating:  1.0 (Extreme Caution)

Honors

2010

Navy Commendation Medal, Secretary of the Navy

2008

Defense Meritorious Service Medal, President of the United States

2001

Navy Achievement Medal, Secretary of the Navy

Work Experience

2010 - Present

Attorney, The Law Center

2000 - 2010

LDO Law, Us Navy

1988 - 2000

Legalman, US Navy

Associations

2010 - Present

Judge Advocates Association

Member

2010 - Present

American Bar Association

Member

2005 - Present

Court of Appeals of the Armed Forces

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

Sexual Assault SPCM

Not Guilt on 4 charges, Guilty on 2. No confinement, no Reduction in Rate, No Forfeiture, BCD.

Discharge Board (E-7)

Retained

Admin Discharge Board (E-7)

No Misconduct - retained

Discharge Board (E-4)

No Misconduct - retained

Discharge Board (E-4)

Discharged OTH

Admin Discharge Board (E-6)

No Misconduct - retained

General Court-Martial: (E-7)

Not Guilty of all charges.

Discharge Board (E-4)

No Misconduct - retained

General Court-Martial (E-5)

Guilty

Discharge Board (E-6)

Discharged - GENERAL

Discharge Board (E-4)

Findings - Retaned

Plea Deal - SPCM (E-3)

Plead Guilty, 30 days confinement.

General Court-Martial (E-6)

Not Guilty to Sexual Assault, Guilty of Sexual Harassment & False Official statement. Received 45 days restriction.

General Court-Martial (E-8)

Not Guilty of assault, Guilty of disrespect, fraternization, and maltreatfment. Sentenced to 6 months confinement, reduction to E-4

Discharge Board (E-6)

Retained

Special Court-Martial (E-6)

Not Guilty of all charges.

Special Court-Martial (E-6)

Not Guilty of all charges.

Admin Discharge Board (E-7)

HONORABLE

Special Court-Martial (E-4)

Against advise, client plead Not Guilty. Found Guilty of all charges. Received 6 months confinement, reduced to E-1, and Bad Conduct Discharge

Discharge Board (E-4)

Discharged - OTH

Special Court-Martial (E-4)

Found guilty, punishment of restriction for 45 days, reduction to E-3.

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Education

2002

Regent University

JD - Juris Doctor

1998

Saint Leo University

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Languages

English

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