Hyatt Shirkey

Hyatt Shirkey

5.0
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 15 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Roanoke, VA
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Child Custody, Guardianship ... +2 more

3048 Brambleton Ave SW, By Appointment Only, Roanoke, VA

About Hyatt

Biography

Practice Areas

5

Practice Areas

Child Custody 25%

I know what judges, GAL's, and the Departments of Social Services (if involved) are looking for when working for the best home for a child. I prepare and develop an active and vigorous case for the right custody, visitation, and/or DSS outcome.

13 years

25%
Criminal Defense 25%

Certified Court Appointed Counsel for Virginia felony, misdemeanor, and juvenile delinquency defendants.

16 years

25%
Guardianship 20%

12 years

20%
DUI and DWI 10%

Consistently protecting Virginia drivers from false and/or illegal convictions. This is a highly technical area that requires an aggressive lawyer with a strong trial success record to get you the best outcome, that's me.

16 years

10%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 15 minutes

Retainer

Always


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Virginia for 15 years

State: Virginia

Acquired: 2010

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Hyatt Browning Shirkey Law Firm, PLC

3048 Brambleton Ave SW, By Appointment Only, Roanoke, VA, 24015

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Hyatt Shirkey's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

5.0 /5.0

32 Client Reviews

5 star (31) 4 star (1)
3 star (0)
2 star (0)
1 star (0)

Posted by anonymous | October 1, 2022 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Great attorney!

He communicates really well, and in a timely manner. Very understanding and listened to what I had to say about my situation when I got a speeding ticket. Knowledgable and got me off with a non-moving violation.

Posted by Katlin Quinlin | August 17, 2022 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

An absolutely amazing attorney

Mr. Shirkey was assigned to me as a court appointed attorney in the middle of a crazy what seemed to be a losing battle. He came alone and did everything in his power to turn tjings around and has given me all the hope in the world for the outcome I so desperately need. He is always there to listen a...nd makes time for me as well as tells it like it is. He is by far one of the best attorneys I’ve had the privilege to work with and I will be personally hiring him myself the next time I need representation.

Posted by anonymous | August 9, 2022 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

No stone unturned

Mr. Shirkey did all he possibly could at my trial. In our initial interview, he was honest in his assessment of my case, provided a detailed outline about his process and approach, and bowled me over with his sense of humor. A great combination of human-ness and ability!

Posted by Emily | March 31, 2022 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Mrs. Emily Benner

My husband and I have been very pleased with the help that Mr. Shirkey has given to our daughter. He has been extremely easy to work with, very responsive to phone calls and emails, and has taken time to explain legal information. My husband is a retired attorney so he and Mr. Shirkey have had 'law...yer' conversations but Mr. Shirkey has always made a point to explain what they were discussing so that I could understand. He was able to support our daughter and get her the best outcome for her case. We feel very fortunate that Mr. Shirkey was assigned to our daughter's case!!!!

Posted by Dulce | January 3, 2022 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Very humble and understanding

I highly recommend this lawyer, very understandable and humble. He always made sure I understood everything through the process. Very helpful in hard times.

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Hyatt Shirkey's Lawyer Endorsements

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Kellam Parks

Criminal defense lawyer | Apr 24

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I recommend Hyatt - he is a conscientious and dedicated counsel that goes the extra mile for his clients. I have had the pleasure of working with him on the Virginia State Bar's Technology sub committee. His interest in utilizing technology in his practice puts him ahead of the curve to his clients' benefit."

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Jon Hays

Criminal defense lawyer | Jan 16

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Hyatt is my go to referral lawyer in the Blacksburg/Christiansburg area of Virginia. He is a zealous advocate for his clients and would be a good choice if you are looking for someone to represent you."

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Jared Lee

General practice lawyer | May 21

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. He is smart, passionate, and hard-working. He loves the law and seeking justice."

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James Steele

Debt collection lawyer | May 16

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. I've found Hyatt to be very knowledgeable and an upstanding member of the local bar."

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Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2018

Rising Star, Super Lawyers Magazine

2018

Top 10 Attorneys Under 40, National Academy Of Family Law Attorneys

2017

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2017

2017’s Leading Adviser in Consumer Law – Virginia, AI Magazine

2010

Public Service Fellow, Ohio State University

Work Experience

2014 - Present

President, Hyatt Browning Shirkey Law Firm, PLC

2012 - Present

General Counsel, Fathers for the Fatherless

2011 - 2012

Director of Paralegal Studies, National College (now American National University)

2011 - 2014

Assistant Public Defender, Virginia Indigent Defense Commission

Associations

2017 - Present

National Association of Consumer Advocates

Member

2017 - Present

Virginia State Bar, Committee on Technology and the Practice of Law

Chairman-CLE

2016 - Present

Virginia State Bar, Committee on Technology and the Practice of Law

Member

2016 - Present

Salem/Roanoke County Bar Association

Member

2012 - Present

Fathers for the Fatherless

General Counsel

2009 - 2010

Ohio State Journal of Criminal Law

Production Editor

Sample of Legal Cases

Reed Elsevier, Inc. v. Muchnick, 559 U. S. 154 (2010)

8-0 to overturn the appellate court

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Education

2010

Ohio State University Moritz College of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

2007

Liberty University

BS - Bachelor of Science

Speaking Engagements

2013

Concealed weapon permit qualifying course

The Law of Self Defense

Publications

Languages

English

Activity

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