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Amy Coats Weisberg

Child custody Attorney at Newport News, VA

5.0   4 reviews

also known as Amy Weisberg, Amy C. Weisberg

  • Licensed for 20 years
    State VA
    Acquired 2003
    Status
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About Amy

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Amy represents clients in complex domestic relations matters, including divorce, child custody and adoption, before Virginia Courts. In addition to her litigation practice, she represents clients in collaborative settlement negotiations and alternative dispute resolution processes and is a member of the NBI faculty for continuing legal education.

Amy is included in Virginia’s leading legal directory Super Lawyers as a Rising Star and has been named one of the top lawyers in Virginia in the field of domestic relations by multiple legal directories and publications. She has received the Client Distinction Award from Martindale-Hubble, has been named a Top Attorney by Coastal Virginia Magazine, and has been selected as a "10 Best Female Attorneys" by the American Institute of Family Law Attorneys. Inclusion in these publications reflects that she is an outstanding lawyer who has attained a high degree of professional achievement and peer recognition.

Amy has been practicing law exclusively in the area of domestic relations since 2003. She endeavors in every case to be thoughtful in the way she approaches the issues, always keeping in mind that the outcome in a family law matter will have a great impact on the trajectory of each family member’s future.


Amy served as a panel member advising local courts on family law practice and procedure. She also filed one of the first Virginia petitions for adoption on behalf of a same-sex couple following the United States Supreme Court decision in Obergefell v. Hodges, 576 U.S. 644 (2015).

Amy joined her husband Noah in founding Weisberg & Weisberg, PLLC in 2009, and she has had the privilege of helping people through difficult divorce and child custody battles since the firm's inception. She has represented people from all walks of life, from executives of Fortune 500 corporations to small business owners and stay-at-home parents.

Before the formation of Weisberg & Weisberg, PLLC, Amy practiced as an attorney with Kenneth B. Murov, Esq. in Newport News, Virginia. Prior to her admission to the Virginia State Bar in 2003, Amy received her Juris Doctor at the Dickinson School of Law of Pennsylvania State University, where she was selected to the Appellate Moot Court board, Employment Law Journal, and ACLU’s Know Your Rights teaching panel. She speaks English, Spanish and (conversational) Farsi.

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Posted by James | April 30, 2017
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
| Hired Attorney
Experienced, strategic, and compassionate
Amy and her team are simply outstanding ! From the initial consultation and throughout my case I always felt that my needs were met and the firm was genuinely dedicated to achieving the best outcome. Amy was easily accessible and got back to me quickly. Amy's experience and strategic approach provided a result that exceeded my expectations . Amy Weisberg, her associates, and staff provided quality and compassion that are second to none. During difficult times throughout my case Amy maintained a calm, calculated approach which offered me great reassurance.
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Posted by anonymous | April 19, 2017
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
| Hired Attorney
Divorce and Custody
I went with my son for a consultation with Amy. We decided to retain her and are very happy that we did. She was well prepared for court and we are very pleased with the results. She is not only compassionate, but also very knowledgeable and knows what she is doing. I would highly recommend her.
Posted by Jennifer | April 13, 2017
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| Hired Attorney
World class professionalism!
I retained Amy to represent me in my divorce hearing. Her level of professionalism, expertise and availability far exceeded my expectations. She communicated with me directly during the entire process putting my nerves at ease. I would highly recommend Amy for your legal needs!
Posted by LB | September 20, 2012
An uphill battle worth the wait!!
After going to court and the Judge ordering me to pay my now ex-wife, $2,500 in child and spousal support, I appealed my case and retained Amy. From day one she was honest and told me that it would be an uphill battle for me to go from a shared custody situation to one where I'd have physical custody of my daughter. There was a lot of paperwork involved and the process itself was extremely long and frustrating! I will admit there were times that I didn't 100% agree with the direction my case was headed, but I trusted Amy and followed her advice. Her assistant, Stacy is ONE OF A KIND!! Whenever I called or stopped by the office to talk about my case, she always made time to listen to my concerns and was instrumental in the overall outcome I received~SOLE CUSTODY of my daughter!! Without a doubt, this has been one of the most emotionally draining experiences I've ever had to deal with in my life and I couldn't have gotten through it without the patience, professionalism, knowledge and experience of Amy and Stacy. For that.... my daughter and I will forever be grateful!
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Cost

Rates
  • Hourly Rates $ 400-400 per hour
Payment methods
Cash, Check, Credit Card

Resume

AVVO RATING 9.0 (Superb)

Work Experience

  • Partner
  • Weisberg & Weisberg, PLLC
  • 2009 - Present
  • Associate
  • Kenneth B. Murov, Attorney at Law
  • 2004 - 2009
  • Associate
  • Hood and Associates, PC
  • 2003 - 2004

Education

  • Pennsylvania State University, Dickinson School of Law
  • JD - Juris Doctor
  • 2002
  • Dickinson College
  • BA - Bachelor of Arts
  • 1999

Legal Cases

  • Grandparent Custody
  • Grandparents were awarded sole legal custody of their grandchild, with mother having the right to supervised visits only after completing extensive mental health and substance abuse treatment.

Associations

  • Newport News Bar Association
  • Member
  • 2009 - Present
  • Greater Peninsula Women's Bar Association
  • Member
  • 2010 - 2011
  • I'Anson-Hoffman American Inn of Court
  • Barrister
  • 2007 - 2011
  • Norfolk and Portsmouth Bar Association
  • Member
  • 2003 - 2004
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Languages Spoken

  • English
  • Spanish

Honors and Awards

  • Best of CoVA 2019
  • Coastal Virginia Magazine
  • 2019
  • Rising Star
  • SuperLawyers
  • 2018
  • Rising Star
  • SuperLawyers
  • 2017
  • Virginia's Exceptional Young Lawyers
  • Richmond Magazine
  • 2017
  • 10 Best Female Attorneys
  • American Institute of Family Law Attorneys
  • 2016
  • Rising Star
  • SuperLawyers
  • 2016
  • Rising Star
  • SuperLawyers
  • 2015
  • Client Distinction Award
  • Martindale-Hubbell
  • 2015
  • Rising Star
  • SuperLawyers
  • 2014
  • Rising Star
  • SuperLawyers
  • 2013
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Publications

  • Oyster Pointer
  • Helping You Keep a Clean Slate
  • 2013

Speaking Engagements

  • Annual Family Law Seminar
  • Child Custody
  • 2018

Attorney endorsements

Received (4)
Given (1)
Endorse Amy
Family Attorney | Apr 18
Relationship: Co-worker
"Amy is an excellent attorney with a wealth of knowledge and experience. As a Family Law attorney, she is often meeting people going through the most difficult experience of their lives. She somehow manages to put clients at ease while navigating them through complex legal issues. Whether through settlement or trial, Amy strives to get her clients their best possible outcome."
Family Attorney | Apr 14
Relationship: Co-worker
"I have had the pleasure of working with Amy for quite some time. She is a diligent and skilled attorney and I would not hesitate to recommend her services to anyone in need of representation in a family law matter."
Family Attorney | Oct 03
Relationship: Co-worker
"I endorse this lawyer."
Family Attorney | Oct 03
Relationship: Co-worker
"I endorse this lawyer. Amy is an intelligent and compassionate lawyer. She has the unique ability to truly connect with her clients and she uses her vast experience in family law to provide a one-of-a-kind representation."
Newport News Child custody Lawyer Amy Coats Weisberg
Amy Coats Weisberg
Child custody Attorney
Newport News, VA
Licensed for 20 years