also known as Sarah E. Morris
Sarah grew up in a military family and came to learn about public service at a young age. During her time at Hood College in Frederick, Maryland, she shifted her focus from national security studies to pursuing the field of law after her time interning at the State’s Attorney’s Office near her school. After Sarah’s family adopted her sister from China, she also became increasingly interested in advocating on behalf of children.
While in law school at Regent University School of Law, Sarah interned for a judge in the Juvenile and Domestic Relations District Court in Virginia Beach. Sarah also interned at the United States Attorney’s Office in the Criminal Division where she practiced in federal court primarily in sentencing arguments and detention hearings. Sarah was an Executive Board Member of the Trial Advocacy Board and Chair of the Board’s Intramural Trial Competition.
After law school, Sarah worked for several years at a local Hampton Roads firm where she practiced in the area of family law and criminal defense before opening up her own firm here in Norfolk.
Sarah currently lives in Norfolk where she is only a few steps away from the water. You may see her running around town on the Elizabeth River Trail or frequenting local restaurants and museums. Sarah loves to explore and travel to many destinations, and specifically, international destinations. She believes you should always have your passport ready because you never know when the travel bug will hit!
Whether Sarah is litigating in court or working towards negotiating a settlement on her clients’ behalf, she endeavors to fervently represent their interests.
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425 W. 20th Street, Suite 5, Norfolk, VA, 23517
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Posted by Aaron | January 31, 2018 | Residential
Great legal advice for a tenant
My girlfriend and I are currently in the process of purchasing a home and we needed advice about our options regarding our current lease and Sarah was very helpful. She was very quick to review the information and get back to us with sound advice. I would definitely recommend her services as she is ...
Posted by anonymous | August 03, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
Family Law Assistance
Sara was extremely thorough in her research for my court case. We had a consult prior to our court hearing and she was very compassionate about my situation and listened intently to my needs and wants. When we appeared in court she was amazing with presentation and knowledge before the judge. She kno...
Posted by anonymous | August 01, 2017 | Family
Excellent Attorney
I consult with Sarah regularly in family law and criminal law matters. She is very knowledgeable and devotes time and energy to each individual's case. I know from experience that I can trust her opinion and legal knowledge. She is an excellent attorney and a hard 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!"
"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."
"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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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
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
2020 - Present
American Bar AssociationMember
2017 - Present
Norfolk and Portsmouth Bar Association
2015 - Present
Virginia Bar Association
2018 - 2018
Greater Peninsula Women's Bar Association
Parent awarded primary physical custody of children
Successfully terminated an award of spousal support after proving the former spouse, payee, was cohabitating with their romantic partner
Court awarded a two year protective order for party
Successfully negotiated a property settlement agreement for all issues of custody, visitation, support and property and avoided lengthy litigation on all matters
Parent was awarded sole custody of child
2015
JD - Juris Doctor
2012
BA - Bachelor of Arts
2020
Starting Your Law Practice
2019
Starting Your Law Practice
2019
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