L. Calum Welch

L. Calum Welch

also known as Calum Welch

5.0
Rating: 6.1

Licensed for 5 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Norfolk, VA
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Speeding & Traffic Ticket, Personal Injury

716 W. 20th St., Norfolk, VA

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$0 first 30 minutes


Payment Methods

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  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Virginia for 5 years

State: Virginia

Acquired: 2020

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Welch & Wright, PLLC

716 W. 20th St., Norfolk, VA, 23517

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L. Calum Welch's Reviews

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27 Client Reviews

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Showing 1 - 4 of 4 reviews | General Knowledge

Posted by anonymous | February 18, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Excellent Legal Representation: Calum Welch Delivers Professionalism, Expertise, and Reassurance

I recently had the pleasure of working with Calum Welch as my defense attorney in Greensville County, Virginia. As an out-of-state resident, I was worried about the potential consequences of my misdemeanor reckless driving charge of 92/70. However, Calum quickly put my mind at ease by communicating e...ffectively and giving me a realistic understanding of what to expect during the legal process. Despite the severity of the charges, Calum was able to secure a favorable outcome for me, reducing the charges to defective equipment. I was impressed with Calum's knowledge and expertise in navigating the legal system, and his attention to detail was unparalleled. Throughout the entire process, Calum was incredibly attentive and responsive, always making me feel comfortable and at ease. He answered my questions and concerns promptly, which was extremely reassuring during a very stressful time. Overall, I highly recommend Calum Welch to anyone in need of legal representation. He is an outstanding lawyer who will go above and beyond to help you achieve the best possible outcome for your case. Thank you, Calum, for your hard work and dedication to my case!

Posted by Jelyn | June 22, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Amazing Service!

I worked with Calum Welch for my case, and the whole process, from the initial contact to the end result was AMAZING. I got a reckless driving charge and was initially extremely nervous, as other lawyers were trying to convince me to hire them with the fear of jail time and points. When I contacted T...he Weiland Firm, Calum spoke with me and calmed me down by explaining what each charge meant, and what the game plan would be. He represented me in court and was able to give me the exact results that we were hoping for and expecting: he reduced all of my charges. He and the staff are always so responsive and supportive. Although I wouldn't wish this experience on anyone else, I definitely recommend The Weiland Firm for any traffic tickets.

Posted by anonymous | December 29, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Very satisfied/better outcome then I expected

I was recently stopped a few months ago after taking my mom to a couple of appointments and then getting a call from my sons school that he wasn’t feeling well. I wasn’t thinking about the area I was in but trying to get to my son to ensure that he was safe. I was stopped for going 54 in a 25, which ...I didn’t realize the speed limit dropped. I heard about the reckless driving charges in Va but since I moved here almost ten years ago and then changing my license over to VA about 5 years ago I had never been stopped. After getting the reckless driving chargers I started looking for a lawyer due to me being in the mental health field and any conviction I would lose my license to counsel/therapy. I talked to two other lawyers and knew when I talked with the Weiland firm that I felt most comfortable with attorney L. Calum Welch. He went over the reckless driving chargers that I had gotten and immediately told me to start community service as soon as possible and to take a driving class. This is something I am not use to as I am from MD/D.C. area and we just paid fines. As my court date came closer I contacted attorney Mr. Welch so I knew what to expect. He told me that I didn’t have to go to the court date and that he was representing me and that I would have to pay fines and maybe points on my license but no jail time. After my court date attorney Mr. Welch contacted me with great news and was able to get the reckless driving charged dropped with no fines for going over the speed limit. All I had to pay is my seatbelt ticket and a 25.00 court coast. This was an outcome that I was not expecting and I am truly grateful for the Weiland firm. If you have any doubt like I had and read hundreds of reviews from other firms. Look no further go with the Weiland firm and Attorney Mr. Welch. He was wonderful and I had an outcome that I didn’t expect. He was reasonably priced as well. Thank you again Weiland firm and attorney Mr. Welch.

Posted by anonymous | July 30, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Speeding & Traffic Ticket

Confident and Reassuring

Due to a speeding infraction on Rt 295 in Virginia, I was in need of legal representation. Luckily, it was L. Calum Welch to whom I reached out. He listened to my frantic explanation and calmly, yet confidently, assured me he could help me. He explained, in detail, the steps I needed to follow and re...assured me that he would guide me through. We exchanged emails and had telephone conversations throughout the process. The result that Calum was seeking was fulfilled, as he had reassured me, from the outset, it would be. I can highly recommend his services, based on his knowledge, manner of relating to a client and achieving results.

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Experience

Rating:  6.1 (Good)

Work Experience

2023 - Present

Attorney, Welch & Wright, PLLC

Associations

Virginia Trial Lawyers Association

Virginia Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

National College of DUI Defense

Education

N/A

William & Mary Law School

JD - Juris Doctor

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Old Dominion University

BS - Bachelor of Science

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Old Dominion University

MA - Masters

Languages

English

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