Richard Scott Fiorella

Richard Scott Fiorella

also known as Rich Fiorella

4.9
Rating: 9.7

Licensed for 12 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Newport News, VA
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Car Accidents, Personal Injury, Federal Crime

11747 Jefferson Ave., Suite 3E, Newport News, VA

About Richard

Biography

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 15 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Virginia for 12 years

State: Virginia

Acquired: 2013

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Larry King, P.C.

11747 Jefferson Ave., Suite 3E, Newport News, VA, 23606

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Richard Scott Fiorella's Reviews

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4.9 /5.0

33 Client Reviews

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Showing 6 - 10 of 11 reviews | Criminal Defense

Posted by Vincent | March 27, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Excellent professional

On a scale from one to five, we rank the Richard Fiorella a six!  Our highest ranking imaginable.  We had very important and intricate legal matter facing our son. We were very concerned about his future. Richard Fiorella provided commitment, accessibility, expertise, passion and willingness to work ...on behalf of our family.  At every stage of a difficult case, he was there for us---guiding and supporting through the best process. We had the best possible outcome thanks to Richard's expertise.

Posted by kenneth | December 04, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Knows his way around the legal arena. I Highly Recommend him if you have legal woes.

Very professional lawyer in my limited opinion. Explained what I was facing on a level that I, a layman, could comprehend. He laid out the full spectrum of possible outcomes and achieved the best. I was overjoyed to hear the Judge say, "DISMISSED."

Posted by William | October 13, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

We recomendations this man.

Following a simple dispute with the neighbour, my wife was unjustly accused of criminal trespass. Mr Fiorella took her case on short notice and soundly took the charge against her apart in court, resulting in charge being dropped. When you a lawyer, you need a good one; we will recomend Mr. Fiorella... to anyone who asks and would confidently use his services again.

Posted by anonymous | September 27, 2015 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

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Mr. Fiorella keep in touch with me inquiring about my case several times, worked hard and communicated with me in which lead to my case being dismissed, will recommend him to anyone who needs legal representation. Thanks

Posted by Erica | April 10, 2015 | Criminal Defense

Excellent Attorney!!!

We retained Richard Fiorella to represent my fiancee for a complex legal matter. Attorney Fiorella was logical and methodical in his preparation for court. He was well spoken and able to present the case in such a manner that ultimately won over the best case scenario defeating the commonwealth attor...neys position. Richard is very friendly and throughout the process maintained contact and provided updates as they came. In addition he was also very responsive to questions, helped explain the legal process and alleviated any anxiety felt my family members prior to court. I am grateful for the work he put in defending my fiancee and highly recommended him to anyone seeking solid legal counsel.

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Richard Scott Fiorella's Lawyer Endorsements

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Olga Rollins

Criminal defense lawyer | Aug 20

Relationship: Co-worker

"Rich is very passionate about his work, his dedication, diligence, professionalism and trial skills make him one of the best attorneys I know"

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Natalya Dennett

Criminal defense lawyer | Jan 27

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Gordon Fraser

Unknown lawyer | Feb 24

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Richard Fiorella is a hardworking attorney, who has done very well putting his experience and knowledge to work for his clients. He is always putting his best into each of his cases and I endorse him."

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Johnnie Finch

Criminal defense lawyer | Dec 09

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"As a fellow law student of Mr. Fiorella, I found him to be professional, passionate, and highly intelligent. As an attorney, he'll uphold the highest standards of integrity while advocating for his clients."

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Wesley Desmond

Criminal defense lawyer | Dec 08

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Rich is smart, hard-working and dedicated to his craft. He is an exceptional member of the legal community, and I am proud to endorse him."

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Joshua Jenkins

Criminal defense lawyer | Dec 07

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Rich is an outstanding attorney with a dedication to his work. He cares about his clients and works hard on their cases. Highly recommended."

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Experience

Rating:  9.7 (Superb)

Honors

2024

Top 100 Trial Lawyers Civil Plaintiff, National Trial Lawyers Association

2023

Top 100 Trial Lawyers Civil Plaintiff, National Trial Lawyers Association

2022

Top 100 Trial Lawyers Civil Plaintiff, National Trial Lawyers Association

2021

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2021

Top 40 Under 40 Criminal Defense, National Trial Lawyers

2021

Top 100 Trial Lawyers Civil Plaintiff, National Trial Lawyers

2020

Top 100 Trial Lawyers Civil Plaintiff, National Trial Lawyers

2020

Top 40 Under 40 Criminal Defense, National Trial Lawyers

2019

Top 100 Trial Lawyers Civil Plaintiff, National Trial Lawyers

2019

Top 40 Under 40 Criminal Defense, National Trial Lawyers

2018

Top 40 Under 40 Personal Injury, Association of American Trial Lawyers

2018

Top 40 Under 40 Criminal Defense, National Trial Lawyers

2017

Top 40 Under 40 Criminal Defense, National Trial Lawyers

2015

10 Best Client Satisfaction, American Institute of DUI/DWI Attorneys

Work Experience

2014 - Present

Attorney, Larry King, P.C.

2013 - 2014

Attorney, George Holton Yates, P.C.

Associations

2015 - Present

York County Bar Association

2015 - Present

Virginia Trial Lawyers Association

2014 - Present

Newport News Bar Association

2013 - Present

Virginia State Bar

Education

2013

Regent University School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

2005

Radford University

BS - Bachelor of Science

Languages

English

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