Kelly L. Vasta, a founding member of Nield, Delpierre & Vasta PLC, represents her clients in the seven cities of Southside Hampton Roads and beyond, including Northampton and Williamsburg/James County, Virginia. She focuses her practice in the areas of criminal defense, traffic, juvenile criminal defense, family law and personal injury and wrongful death cases. Ms. Vasta is a kind, compassionate and caring individual who stands up for those without a voice. As a trial lawyer, Ms. Vasta employs lifelong advocacy skills to zealously represent her clients in the courtroom and through all stages of litigation. As an attorney, she is a born problem solver, taking on any size project and finding creative solutions for her clients. As a person, she has become a trusted counselor, guiding her clients through the most difficult of times and assisting clients in their future needs.
Prior to becoming a lawyer, Ms. Vasta spent over a decade working in the insurance defense industry in a variety of positions, but most notably as a litigation examiner in the claims department. This has given her first hand knowledge and a rich understanding of the personal injury process, which allows her to effectively and efficiently handle her clients’ personal injury and wrongful death legal matters.
Before becoming a founding member of Nield, Delpierre & Vasta, PLC, Ms. Vasta worked for Jon M. Babineau, PC as an associate attorney in Norfolk, Virginia. Ms. Vasta also had the opportunity to intern at various locations including a private practice firm and Virginia Legal Aid Society during law school at Regent University School of Law.
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Being charged with a crime can be a frightening experience. If you've been charged with a crime, call Attorney Vasta to review your case at Nield, Delpierre & Vasta, PLC immediately. Stop worrying, let her help you now.
If you need to go to court, call Attorney Vasta to review your situation. When disputes cannot be resolved without attorneys, it is important to find a dedicated and detailed attorney that is going to do everything she can to help you win.
Attorney Vasta is a knowledgeable and compassionate child custody and family lawyer. When you need to discuss your custody situation with a lawyer, you will want to call Attorney Vasta to review it today.
Attorney Vasta represents Clients charged with any type of criminal offense, including burglary and robbery offenses, weapons offenses, Sex Crimes and homicides. I will not back down and Fight for you. Call today
Attorney Vasta is qualified to handle traffic and speeding tickets, in particular severe tickets, but any speeding or traffic ticket is likely to impact your insurance rates, which is why it's recommended to work with a lawyer.
Virginia takes DUIs extremely seriously and if you have been involved in a DUI, you'll want Attorney Vasta to defend you in the court of law. With her keen eye for detail, she will aggressively defend you.
With experience in insurance defense, Attorney Vasta is supremely qualified to handle all personal injury cases in the Tidewater area. She is thoughtful, knowledgeable, and experienced when it comes to working with insurance companies.
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| State | Status | Acquired | Updated |
|---|---|---|---|
| VA | Authorized to Practice Law | 2015 | 03/29/2021 |
| Legal answers | 18 |
| Legal guides | 0 |
| Award name | Grantor | Date granted |
|---|---|---|
| Rising Star | Super Lawyers | 2021 |
| Rising Star | American Institute of Legal Advocates | 2019 |
| Top 100 Criminal Defense Trial Lawyers Invitation Selection | National Trial Lawyers | 2018 |
| Partnership in Education | First Colonial High School | 2018 |
| Title | Company name | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Partner/Owner | Nield, Delpierre & Vasta, PLC | 2018 - Present |
| Attorney | Jon M. Babineau, PC (formerly Riddick Babineau, PC) | 2016 - 2018 |
| Paralegal | Riddick Babineau, PC | 2015 - 2016 |
| Intern | Legal Aid Society Of Eastern Virginia | 2014 - 2014 |
| Litigation Examiner | Avis Budget Group, Inc. | 2010 - 2015 |
| Claims Examiner | GEICO | 1999 - 2010 |
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| Association name | Position name | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Norfolk and Portsmouth Bar Association | Member | 2021 - Present |
| Virginia State Bar, Criminal Law Section | Member | 2021 - Present |
| Virginia Beach Horse Show Association | Board Member | 2019 - Present |
| Citizens Advisory Council for Norfolk Juvenile & Domestic Relations Court | Member | 2018 - Present |
| Virginia State Bar | Member | 2015 - Present |
| Virginia Women Attorneys Association (Hampton Roads chapter) | Member | 2017 - 2019 |
|---|---|---|
| James Kent Inn of Court | Member | 2016 - 2018 |
| Boys and Girls Club of Southeast Virginia | Board of Directors | 2016 - 2019 |
| Untamed Spirit, Therapeutic Riding for Special Needs | Volunteer | 2014 - 2018 |
| School name | Degree | Graduated |
|---|---|---|
| Regent University School of Law | JD - Juris Doctor | 2014 |
| George Mason University | BA - Bachelor of Arts | 1999 |
| Conference name | Title | Date |
|---|---|---|
| James Kent American Inn of Court | How to Navigate Common Legal Ethical Situations Involving Clients | 2018 |
| Legal Studies Academy Mock Trial Class | Litigation Preparation | 2018 |
| Legal Studies Academy Mock Trial Team | Trial Notebook Organization | 2018 |
| Case name | Outcome |
|---|---|
| Private | Primary physical custody awarded to Father. |
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Jennifer Ferrara, Child custody Attorney on Oct 30, 2018
Relationship: Worked together on matter
Attorney Vasta is a caring and compassionate lawyer who fully invests in her cases. I endorse this lawyer.
Hope Hutchinson, Child custody Attorney on Mar 14, 2018
Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter
I endorse this lawyer. She is a consummate professional; is always well-prepared and knowledgeable of the law.
Tory Delpierre, Family Attorney on Feb 20, 2018
Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter
Kelly is a zealous advocate for her clients. She is wonderful to work with as an opposing counsel and her passion for her clients shines through in her work.
Jamie Berardi, Criminal defense Attorney on May 10, 2017
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Kelly possesses a rare combination of exceptional intellect, poise, and tenacity. She will aggressively represent a client's best interests and is well-equipped to handle the most complex matters. She is passionate about her work and is tireless in her efforts.
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