Christopher Michael Bell

I grew up in the Northern Appalachians of Upstate New York and moved to Virginia just before finishing high school. I attended East Carolina University in Greenville, North Carolina, where I earned a degree in Criminal Justice with a minor in Psychology. During my time in Greenville, while interning at the Pitt County District Attorney’s Office, I discovered my passion for law and advocacy, which laid the groundwork for my future in the legal field.

After passing the Virginia State Bar, I worked as a prosecutor in Southampton County, Virginia, for nearly eight years, and then in Scott County, Virginia, for another four years. Throughout my career as a prosecutor, I embraced the challenge of handling a wide array of cases, ranging from speeding tickets to first-degree murder. My experience in jury trials is equally broad, covering financial crimes, property crimes, violent crimes, sexual assault, rape, and murder. This extensive courtroom experience, combined with my deep understanding of criminal law and commitment to justice, has given me a solid foundation in trial work and advocacy that I continue to draw upon to benefit my clients.

In 2025, recognizing the need for skilled and compassionate legal representation in Southwest Virginia, I started my own practice, Bell Law Firm, PLLC., where I focus on criminal defense, personal injury, and landlord-tenant cases, assisting clients through some of the most difficult times in their lives with confidence and peace of mind.

Whether I am defending the rights of the accused or advocating for the injured, I bring dedication, integrity, and more than a decade of prosecutorial insights to every case. When the system comes after you, I make sure you’re not standing alone.