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also known as Richard J. Serpe, Richard Serpe
Richard J. Serpe is a Virginia personal injury attorney and founder of the Law Offices of Richard J. Serpe, PC in Norfolk, Virginia. He has practiced law since 1986 and represents individuals and families injured by negligence throughout Hampton Roads and across the Commonwealth of Virginia. His practice focuses on serious personal injury cases involving car accidents, truck accidents, motorcycle crashes, dog bites, pedestrian injuries, bicycle accidents, recreational boating accidents, maritime injuries, catastrophic injuries, and wrongful death claims.
For nearly four decades, Richard Serpe has built a reputation for meticulous case preparation, aggressive advocacy, and personal attention to clients facing life-changing injuries. He has recovered substantial settlements and verdicts for accident victims and is known for handling complex injury and wrongful death cases. His extensive experience representing injured clients in both maritime and land-based accident cases has made him a trusted advocate for victims throughout Virginia.
Richard Serpe has been recognized by Best Lawyers in America®, Super Lawyers®, Martindale-Hubbell, and Avvo for excellence in personal injury law. He was named “Personal Injury Lawyer of the Year” in Norfolk (2020) by Best Lawyers and has earned Martindale-Hubbell’s AV Preeminent® rating, the organization’s highest peer-review distinction for legal ability and ethical standards.
Mr. Serpe earned his law degree from Tulane Law School, graduating cum laude, after completing his undergraduate studies at the University of Virginia. He later earned a Master of Laws (LL.M.) degree from Tulane University with an emphasis in maritime law and Admiralty matters through one of the nation’s most respected maritime law programs. He is licensed to practice law in Virginia and has represented injury victims in both state and federal courts.
At the Law Offices of Richard J. Serpe, PC, the legal team is committed to helping injury victims pursue full compensation for medical expenses, lost income, pain and suffering, permanent injuries, and wrongful death damages. Serpe Firm offers free consultations and represents clients on a contingency fee basis, meaning clients pay no legal fees unless compensation is recovered.
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Acquired: 1991
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580 E. Main St., #310, Norfolk, VA, 23510
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Posted by Jack | November 19, 2025 | Hired Attorney
One of the best attorneys in Norfolk, Virginia
It was so easy and a pleasure to hire Richard as our attorney to help with my mom’s case. Richard was incredibly kind and patient throughout the whole process. He and his team kept us updated every step of the way to ensure we understood everything and were well-prepared. The result was more than we ...
Posted by anonymous | July 31, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Animal & Dog Bites
Dog Attack Case
While walking one evening in my own neighborhood, I was attacked by a dog. The resulting physical injuries were traumatic enough, but the psychological trauma in some ways felt worse — fear of walking alone in my own community, fear of encountering the belligerent dog owner who had cussed me out and...
Posted by anonymous | April 27, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Defective and Dangerous Products
Defective Drywall
In 2010, we discovered our home was built with a significant amount of defective Chinese Drywall. To remedy the problem, we had to move out of our home for nearly 8 months to essentially demolish the interior of our house to the studs, then rebuild. Since none of these expenses were covered by our ...
Posted by Chris | April 27, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
Total tenacity!
Richard Serpe is and will always be our hero. He fought for us for 11 years as China put up roadblock after roadblock, but he was successful. If you need a lawyer who will not quit, no matter what, Richard is your man. We highly recommend him!
Posted by Kelli | September 02, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
Honest legal advice- I highly recommend!
My husband and I have been working with Richard for the past year and had a wonderful experience. At our first meeting, he did not push us to sign anything or make us feel pressured to choose him as our lawyer; he actually would not let us sign anything and gave us a copy of the contract to read at ...
"I endorse this lawyer. Richard is an extremely intelligent person and a very kind man. Not only is Richard a top-notch attorney, but he also is very compassionate one. You will feel better -- instantly -- just knowing that he is working with you."
"Richard Serpe is one of the top attorneys in the United States for catastrophic injury and wrongful death lawsuits,. He represents his clients with the highest degree of skill and integrity and has a track record of significant settlements and jury verdicts. If he is willing to accept your case, you should consider yourself very fortunate."
"I worked for Richard before I went to law school and he was an advocate for me. I certainly endorse Richard in his practice."
Employment and labor lawyer
Immigration lawyer
Personal injury lawyer
2026
Personal Injury, Maritime, Product Liability (Since 2006), Super Lawyers
2026
Personal Injury & Maritime (Since 2005), Best Lawyers in America
2026
AV® Preeminent™ 5.0 out of 5, Martindale-Hubbell
2026
Best Personal Injury Lawyers in Norfolk, Expertise.com
2026
Best Car Accident Lawyers in Norfolk, Expertise.com
2026
Personal Injury Litigation (Plaintiffs), Maritime, Best Law Firms
2020
Lawyer of the Year (Personal Injury - Plaintiffs - Norfolk), Best Lawyers in America
2007 - Present
Managing Partner, Law Office of Richard J. Serpe, PC
1992 - 2007
Attorney, Glasser and Glasser, PLC
1986 - 1992
Associate, Martzell & Bickford, Apc
Lecturer, Member
Lecturer, Member
Proctor in Admiralty
2010 - 2020
MDL 2047 Chinese Manufactured Drywall Products Liability LitigationPlaintiff Steering Committee
2002 - 2003
Virginia Bar Association, Civil Litigation Council SectionVice-Chair
1999 - 2001
Virginia Bar Association, Civil Litigation Council SectionSecretary
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LL.M - Master of Laws in Maritime
1986
JD - Juris Doctor
1983
BA - Bachelor of Arts in Economics
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