Richard James Serpe

Richard James Serpe

also known as Richard J. Serpe, Richard Serpe

5.0
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 39 years

Personal injury Lawyer at Norfolk, VA
Practice Areas: Personal Injury, Animal & Dog Bites, Car Accidents ... +4 more

580 E. Main St., #310, Norfolk, VA

About Richard

Biography

Practice Areas

7

Practice Areas

Personal Injury 30%

Represents individuals and families injured by negligence throughout Virginia in serious personal injury and wrongful death cases including vehicle-related accidents, dog attacks, maritime injuries, other catastrophic injuries.

40 years

30%
Animal and Dog Bites 25%

Handles dog bite and animal attack claims involving serious injuries such as facial injuries, disfigurement, permanent scarring, infections, rabies treatment, and wrongful death.

40 years

25%
Car Accident 20%

Represents victims injured in car, pedestrian, and bicycle accidents involving distracted driving, speeding, drunk driving, wrongful death, and other serious collision injuries.

40 years

20%
Admiralty and Maritime 10%

Represents clients injured in recreational boating and maritime accidents, including claims involving the Jones Act, the Death on the High Seas Act (DOHSA), and other injuries on the water.

40 years

10%
Motorcycle Accident 5%

Handles motorcycle accident claims involving serious injuries and wrongful death caused by negligent drivers.

40 years

5%
Trucking Accident 5%

Represents clients injured in collisions involving tractor-trailers, commercial vehicles, and delivery trucks, including catastrophic injury and wrongful death claims.

39 years

5%
Wrongful Death 5%

Represents families pursuing wrongful death claims arising from fatal accidents, catastrophic injuries, and negligence.

40 years

5%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 60 minutes

Contingency

33%-40%


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Licenses

Licensed in Virginia for 34 years

State: Virginia

Acquired: 1991

Active

No misconduct found

Licensed in Texas for 38 years

State: Texas

Acquired: 1987

Eligible to Practice in Texas

No misconduct found

Licensed in Louisiana for 39 years

State: Louisiana

Acquired: 1986

Eligible to Practice Law

No misconduct found

Location

Law Offices of Richard J. Serpe, P.C.

580 E. Main St., #310, Norfolk, VA, 23510

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Richard James Serpe's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

5.0 /5.0

17 Client Reviews

Showing 11 - 15 of 17 reviews

Posted by Don | May 20, 2015 | Motorcycle Accident

Absolute Trust

My experience with Richard Serpe can be summarized in two words, “absolute trust.” I came to Mr. Serpe on the advice of a friend after a car hit me while riding my motorcycle. I immediately sensed that Mr. Serpe was an exceptionally capable and professional attorney whose sole objective would be to... look out for my best interests; and that’s precisely what he did. He was candid and thorough when discussing the circumstances of my case and always ensured I understood the legal process and what to expect next. His advice was invaluable and enabled me to reach a settlement that fairly compensated me for the injuries I sustained and provided me with financial security. I would not hesitate to contact Richard Serpe again if the situation necessitated it; I would recommend him to anyone.

Posted by Eddie | May 05, 2015 | Admiralty & Maritime

A maritime accident settlement that changed my life.

After a major maritime accident on the water, I was scared and didn't know where to turn. The Law Offices of Richard Serpe and his great staff treated me with the utmost respect and attention that I needed. They treated me like a member of the family. I was awarded a settlement that changed my life a...nd my family’s life, and I thank the law firm for that. Not only during the case, but after as well, the law firm has looked after me. If I had to recommend anyone, I would recommend Richard Serpe.

Posted by Elizabeth | April 29, 2015 | Defective and Dangerous Products

Justice for Victims of Chinese Drywall

Richard Serpe was the answer to our prayers for finding justice in the legal system. Our fight against the toxic drywall case over the course of six years was emotional and difficult to live with every day. Richard was with us the entire way to help us get through this nightmare. He always made us fe...el like we were more than just clients... he treated us like we were family! We highly recommend him to help with product liability issues. Hopefully, we will never need him again. If we do, he will be the one we will call. He was professional but concerned for our welfare as if we were his extended family. The Serpe Firm was always there to help us out when we needed assistance and answers to questions.

Posted by Jerry | April 28, 2015 | Lawsuits & Disputes

Battle against toxic Chinese drywall

We are deeply appreciative of Richard Serpe's perseverance and relentless pursuit of justice in representing us in our battle against Taishan Gypsum. We realize that it was only due to the tireless efforts of Richard and his associates that justice prevailed.

Posted by Fred Michaux | April 28, 2015 | Lawsuits & Disputes

Lawyers you can trust!

Our family has been represented for the last five years in a federal and state suit against parties responsible for our home being built with faulty drywall. We have always found everyone at their firm to be kind, caring, compassionate, diligent, and very skilled! They were able to procure a settle...ment for us and many others through this ordeal when so many others said it would be impossible. They were patient with our many questions and always timely with their responses!

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Richard James Serpe's Lawyer Endorsements

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Arthur Serratelli

Car accident lawyer | Jun 03

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"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."

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Daniel Buckfire

Personal injury lawyer | Apr 17

Relationship: Worked for lawyer

"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."

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Michael Waddington

Personal injury lawyer | Jun 02

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Richard. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community."

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Douglas Griess

Personal injury lawyer | May 15

Relationship: Worked for lawyer

"I worked for Richard before I went to law school and he was an advocate for me. I certainly endorse Richard in his practice."

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Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

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

Work Experience

2007 - Present

Managing Partner, Law Office of Richard J. Serpe, PC

1992 - 2007

Attorney, Glasser and Glasser, PLC

1986 - 1992

Associate, Martzell & Bickford, Apc

Associations

Virginia Trial Lawyers Association

Lecturer, Member

Norfolk-Portsmouth Bar Association

Lecturer, Member

Maritime Law Association of the United States

Proctor in Admiralty

Member of Texas, Louisiana, and Virginia Bar

2010 - 2020

MDL 2047 Chinese Manufactured Drywall Products Liability Litigation

Plaintiff Steering Committee

2002 - 2003

Virginia Bar Association, Civil Litigation Council Section

Vice-Chair

1999 - 2001

Virginia Bar Association, Civil Litigation Council Section

Secretary

Sample of Legal Cases

Guardrail Accident

$XX,XXX,XXX

Barge Accident

$3,500,000

Forklift Accident

$1,550,000

Dog Attack

$425,000

Defective Vehicle

$5,000,000

Wrongful Deaths

$2,500,000

Birth Injury

$2,000,000

Car Accident

$1,600,000

Cargo Ship Collision

$1,500,000

Wrongful Death (Maritime)

$2,500,000

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Education

1989

Tulane University School of Law

LL.M - Master of Laws in Maritime

1986

Tulane University

JD - Juris Doctor

1983

University of Virginia

BA - Bachelor of Arts in Economics

Speaking Engagements

2015

2015 Annual Convention: Courage to Fight Injustice

Strategies to Harness the Power of a Paper-less Office

2014

2014 Annual Convention: Trial from Start to Finish Cutting Edge Technology for Presenting a Case

2010

2010

ABA Techshow Document Management

2009

VTLA "Expert Witnesses" Seminar Using Technology to Cross-Examine Expert Witnesses

Publications

2014

Languages

English

Activity

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