Deborah Yeng Collins

Deborah Yeng Collins

also known as Deb Collins

5.0
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 14 years

Employment and labor Lawyer at Norfolk, VA
Practice Areas: Employment & Labor, Litigation, Discrimination, Contracts & Agreements

440 Monticello Avenue, Suite 1875, Norfolk, VA

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Licenses

Licensed in Virginia for 14 years

State: Virginia

Acquired: 2011

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Yeng Collins Law, PLLC

440 Monticello Avenue, Suite 1875, Norfolk, VA, 23510

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Deborah Yeng Collins's Reviews

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24 Client Reviews

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Showing 1 - 5 of 7 reviews | Practice Area Knowledge

Posted by Amanda | June 14, 2023 | Employment & Labor

Employment contract

Mrs Collins was awesome! I consulted with her about an employment contract. Employment contracts can be filled with all kinds of confusing terminology. She is so knowledgeable in this area and was able to easily break down the information for me piece by piece. She is only a phone call away if I nee...d her in the future! Thank you!

Posted by Lynn | December 07, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Discrimination

Excellent Employment Discrimination Lawyer

Ms Collins recently represented me in the area of employment discrimination. She was immediately able to understand the situation, empathize but more importantly explain where my rights lay - what incidents would matter in the court of law and which wouldn’t. This was no small feat as, as expected I ...was angry, frustrated and emotional. Over three months, she fought with the business - which is a medium/large sized entity, their legal staff and negotiate a settlement that was 3x our initial ask. Yes - 3 times. That was not a typo. I highly recommend Ms Collins as a level headed, knowledgeable and strategic lawyer that will fight for your rights - although I do not wish this situation on anyone!

Posted by Adrian | February 06, 2022 | Employment & Labor

Employer Contractual Agreement

It was a pleasure working with Mrs. Collins and getting her professional legal guidance. She pre-read my employer's contract agreement prior to our meeting and was prepared and very knowledgeable about the employment law. Her analysis lead me on making the right decisions, in regards to my situation.... I would definitely recommend her to anyone with employment related issues.

Posted by Charles | December 14, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Employment & Labor

Excellent Legal Representation for Employment Law and Litigation Topics!!

As being my first experience with a lawyer for a work related situation, I was blessed to have found Deborah Collins with Yeng Collins Law, PLLC. Ms. Collins was absolutely phenomenal to work with. She was a great “strategizer’ and knew the laws as they relate to employment in the state of Virginia i...n regards to political sub-divisions and public school districts. She listened and thoroughly understood all the details of my situation and the result, I could not be happier with. My family and I thank her for all that she did for us and she has a bright future ahead of her! I wish her and her family all the best and please reach out to her if you have any employment labor law issues that she could work on for you!!

Posted by Bobby | November 10, 2021 | Employment & Labor

Contract Review

Deborah helped me review my employment contract to evaluate what restrictions I may be under for the future. She was fully prepared prior to our consultation and had already reviewed my contract, then went over it section-by-section and explained what my limitations would be and what outcomes I could... expect. She was very friendly and professional and offered me great advice for my situation!

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Deborah Yeng Collins's Lawyer Endorsements

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John Waldrop

Employment and labor lawyer | Aug 19

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Deb is a talented lawyer who has both extensive knowledge and discernment. She can discuss and help develop the strategy necessary for success. I highly recommend her for employment matters."

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Griffin O'Hanlon

Criminal defense lawyer | Dec 29

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I have handled several criminal cases in which Ms. Collins was opposing counsel. She is extremely professional and provides excellent representation to her clients."

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Jamilah Le Cruise

Criminal defense lawyer | Dec 29

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2025

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2024

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2023

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2022

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2021

Top Lawyer, Coastal Virginia Magazine

2021

Top Lawyer, American Registry

2021

Rising Star, SuperLawyers

2019

Up & Coming Lawyer, Virginia Lawyers Weekly

2018

Best Law Firm, U.S. News and World Report

Work Experience

2021 - Present

Founder and Partner, Yeng Collins Law, PLLC

2014 - 2021

Partner, Sullivan Law Group PLC

2011 - 2014

Assistant Commonwealth's Attorney, Norfolk Commonwealth's Attorney's Office

Associations

2015 - Present

Federal Bar Association (Eastern District of Virginia Chapter)

Member

2011 - Present

Virginia State Bar

Member

2011 - Present

Virginia Bar Association

Member

2011 - Present

Norfolk and Portsmouth Bar Association

Member

2011 - Present

Virginia Trial Lawyers Association

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

G.N. vs. School Board of Virginia Beach

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F.C. vs. T. & K. P.

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FC and IC v. RC and FCL

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Education

2011

College of William and Mary, Marshall-Wythe School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

2007

Virginia Commonwealth University

BS - Bachelor of Science

Speaking Engagements

2018

Eastern Virginia Medical School

Key Health Care Laws

2018

Continuing Legal Education

Sexual Harassment in the #metoo Era

2017

Human Resource Law: What You Need to Know Now

Hiring and Recruiting

2017

Advanced Employment Law Seminar

Conducting an Effective Internal Investigation

2013

Office of the Attorney General

Evidence Based Prosecution

Languages

English

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