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

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5.0 /5.0

32 Client Reviews

Showing 1 - 5 of 6 reviews | General Knowledge

Posted by Chelsea | June 17, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Consumer Protection

Knowledgeable and Reliable

Mr. Shirkey has represented me on two consumer law related cases now and has done an excellent job. He is knowledgeable and provides realistic expectations of potential outcomes. In both cases he achieved everything I was asking for.

Posted by Mike | June 17, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Credit Repair

Wow just wow

All i can say is wow great attorney! He recently helped me with a credit report dispute. He was able to quickly get it resolved and now my credit is correctly reflected while also making things right. Top notch insight of the finer points of the legal system.

Posted by Margaret | November 12, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Amazing lawyer

Mr shirkey was attorney for my son. He listened attentively to us. He had great analytical skills and communication skills. He was quick to come up with new plans as the judge, prosecuting attorney process changed. He worked hard at getting the most favorable outcome for my son. He also answere...d calls when we called him and offered to visit the jail when necessary to prepare a strategic plan for court dates. I would highly recommend Mr. Shirkey.

Posted by Cathryn | March 07, 2018

Above and Beyond

I truly wish I could give Hyatt more than 5 stars. He spent ample time with me doing a free consultation. He went over every possible scenario and was rigorously honest about every possible outcome. He thinks outside the box and was very thorough in all of his explanations. The call was dropped twice... during our chat due to failing service on my end, but he called me back both times and never lost patience. He was sincere in his words and has a genuine care that feels lost on other lawyers I spoke with. I would highly recommend Hyatt for any legal needs you would have. He’s the real deal! The only reason I am unable to hire him and not make it past the consultation stage is because I did not realize he is a little over 3 hours away. He stated his distance from the start and still spent over an hour with me in the phone! He offered to make the 3 hour drive and said that if anything changes he would still be willing to travel. Thank you again, Hyatt!

Posted by Mark | January 19, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Excellent Lawyer, Highly Recommend

Based upon a VA Bar Association colleague's recommendation, I contacted Mr. Shirkey to handle my reckless driving charge in Caroll County, VA. I could not have been more satisfied with Mr. Shirkey's services. Mr Shirkey quickly contacted me for an in depth phone consultation. His calm, friendly, a...nd knowledgeable demeanor easily put my concerns at ease. We discussed details of the traffic incident as well as best/worst case scenarios. Mr Shirkey patiently walked me through the process and answered all of my questions. We went through my options and he gave me sound and thoughtful legal advice. We reached an agreement and I hired him as my representation after one phone call. Mr. Shirkey's experience and knowledge of both VA criminal and traffic law as well as court room experience secured me a very favorable verdict. I cannot thank him enough. I highly recommend Mr. Shirkey to anyone looking for legal representation.

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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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