Sarah Elizabeth Morris

Sarah Elizabeth Morris

also known as Sarah E. Morris

4.8
Rating: 9.1

Licensed for 10 years

Family Lawyer at Norfolk, VA
Practice Areas: Family, Child Custody, Alimony ... +5 more

425 W. 20th Street, Suite 5, Norfolk, VA

About Sarah

Biography

Practice Areas

8

Practice Areas

Family 60%

Divorce, child custody/visitation, child support, spousal support, show cause actions, negotiating settlement agreements, deeds, drafting QDRO, ADRO, Retirement Benefits Orders, and for enforcement of orders.

60%
Child Custody 10%

Custody and visitation/parenting time contested trials, negotiating and drafting agreements, grandparent/third-party custody/visitation, and show cause actions for enforcement of orders.

10%
Adoption 5%

Assistance with domestic adoptions and step-parent adoptions.

5%
Alimony 5%

Spousal support hearings for temporary and permanent spousal support, negotiating and drafting agreements, and show cause actions for enforcement of orders.

5%
Child Support 5%

Child support hearings, negotiating and drafting agreements, show cause actions for enforcement of orders, actions to correct DCSE arrears miscalculations, and to remove DCSE as enforcement bodies.

5%
Domestic Violence 5%

Obtaining and defending against protective orders, and representation for violation of protective orders for petitioners and respondents.

5%
Marriage and Prenuptials 5%

Drafting and negotiating prenuptial agreements and marital/property settlement agreements.

5%
Uncontested Divorce 5%

Drafting and negotiating marital/property settlement agreements, and finalization in court for uncontested divorces.

5%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Retainer

Always


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Virginia for 10 years

State: Virginia

Acquired: 2015

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Morris Williams LLC - A Family Law Firm

425 W. 20th Street, Suite 5, Norfolk, VA, 23517

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Sarah Elizabeth Morris's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.8 /5.0

26 Client Reviews

Posted by anonymous | July 26, 2023 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Sensitive Lawyer

Sarah Elizabeth Morris is a specialist in cases that simply require paperwork to be filed. She does not advocate for men rights nor will she propose any arguments which may cause her extra work. In my case I saw her brushing off my concerns for the safety and well being of my children. she exhibited ...no interest in evidence I proposed and was insulted when I confronted her about her integrity. I would not recommend this Lawyer for any Men who desire to raise their children and be part of their children's lives.

Posted by Hannah | November 18, 2021 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

This firm has it right

Morris-Williams overall knows their stuff, is organized and communicative in a timely manner. Sarah knows the law. She does not mince words, but she has a heart. She'll look at the facts of your case, measure them against the law, tell you the truth and fight hard for you if you retain her. She is a... woman of conviction, she's trustworthy and honest...and let's face it, that's hard to find in this profession. Family law is a dirty business and Sarah doesn't play in the dirt. If you want the raw truth and for someone to be thorough, ethical and who knows the law, look no further. Sarah and her team will handle things with, grace, dignity and their best efforts. I would not hesitate to work with her again.

Posted by Charlene | June 15, 2021 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Awesome

Mrs. Morris was hands down the best. She answered all my questions and explained everything.

Posted by Brittany | May 6, 2021 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

100% Satisfied

Sarah was amazing for me! I am a single mom that was seeking full custody of my son. She didn’t bill me frivolously and was extremely professional. She prepared for me all situations and I never felt like my hopes were too high or how I was felt was unreasonable. I will recommend her to anyone that m...ight need a lawyer.

Posted by Telesha | April 20, 2021 | Consulted Attorney

This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.

Consultation

The Experience I have received with Attoney Sarah Morris was honesty, persistent with goals of the matter and most importantly available to hear my legal matters.

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Sarah Elizabeth Morris's Lawyer Endorsements

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Leslie Williams

Family lawyer | Feb 14

Relationship: Co-worker

"Sarah is a knowledgable practitioner both in family and criminal matters, but what separates her from other attorneys, is her genuine compassion for her clients. I have witnessed, firsthand, Ms. Morris' diligence in representing clients with the utmost integrity. She is a dedicated attorney whose knowledge of the law enables her to serve her clients' interests effectively no matter what issues may arise. I fully endorse Sarah Morris!"

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Meredith Maust

Family lawyer | Oct 04

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Sarah is a colleague and a friend. She is forthright and honest with a sharp intelligence. Anyone looking for representation that makes them feel their attorney genuinely cares about their case should give Ms. Morris a call."

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Heather Pedersen

Family lawyer | Jun 29

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Ms. Morris has all the qualities one desires in an excellent lawyer. She will work to achieve the best outcome for her client and do so with integrity."

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John Napier

Real estate lawyer

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Leslie Williams

Family lawyer

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Meredith Maust

Family lawyer

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Heather Pedersen

Unknown lawyer

Experience

Rating:  9.1 (Superb)

Honors

2022

Top Lawyer, Coastal Virginia Magazine

2022

Top Lawyer, CoVA Biz - Coastal Virginia Business Magazine

2022

Virginia Super Lawyer, Virginia Super Lawyers

2021

Top Lawyer, CoVA Biz - Coastal Virginia Business Magazine

2021

Virginia Rising Stars, Virginia Super Lawyers

2021

Top Lawyer, Coastal Virginia Magazine

2021

Client Choice Award, Avvo

2020

Top Lawyer, CoVA Biz - Coastal Virginia Business Magazine

2020

Best Of 2020 Winner Silver Award - Excellence in Family Law, Virginian Pilot

2020

Best Of Winners, Virginia Media

2020

Top Lawyer, Coastal Virginia Magazine

2019

Top Lawyer, CoVaBiz - Coastal Virginia Business Magazine

2019

Top Lawyer, Coastal Virginia Magazine

2018

Client Choice Award, Avvo

2017

Client Choice Award, Avvo

Work Experience

2018 - Present

Co-Founder/Attorney, Morris Williams LLC - A Family Law Firm

2016 - 2020

Associate Attorney, Holcomb Law, P.C.

2015 - 2016

Attorney, Independent Contractor

2014 - 2014

Summer Internship for Criminal Division, United States Attorney's Office

2013 - 2013

Judicial Internship for Domestic Relations Cases, City of Virginia Beach Juvenile and Domestic Relations District Court

2011 - 2012

Intern - Witness/ Victim Section for Domestic Violence Docket, State's Attorney's Office For Frederick County

Associations

2020 - Present

American Bar Association

Member

2017 - Present

Norfolk and Portsmouth Bar Association

2015 - Present

Virginia Bar Association

2018 - 2018

Greater Peninsula Women's Bar Association

Sample of Legal Cases

Contested custody and visitation/parenting time trial

Parent awarded primary physical custody of children

Spousal support termination

Successfully terminated an award of spousal support after proving the former spouse, payee, was cohabitating with their romantic partner

Protective Order

Court awarded a two year protective order for party

Negotiated a Property Settlement Agreement

Successfully negotiated a property settlement agreement for all issues of custody, visitation, support and property and avoided lengthy litigation on all matters

Sole Custody

Parent was awarded sole custody of child

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Education

2015

Regent University School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

2012

Hood College

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2020

Legal Practice Skills II - Course

Starting Your Law Practice

2019

Legal Practice Skills I - Course

Starting Your Law Practice

Publications

Languages

English

Activity

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