Name: Michael Thomas Trent
Address: 7 S. Main Street, Halifax, VA, 24558, US
Telephone: Not Available
Price range: $ 100-250 per hour
Rating: 5.0

Licensed for 15 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Halifax, VA
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Car Accidents, DUI & DWI ... +4 more

About Michael

Biography

Practice Areas

Criminal Defense 40%

When you or a loved one are charged with a Misdemeanor or Felony, we're ready to have your back in the fight to come! Criminal charges can carry severe consequences, from the loss of rights to incarceration. Call today for a consultation.

40%

Car Accident 17%

If you've been involved in a motor vehicle collision and injured through no fault of your own, you'll need to talk to us immediately for a free case evaluation. Stop worrying!

17%

DUI and DWI 15%

Don't let one stupid mistake destroy your life. Whether it is your first DUI or not, whether you have a CDL to protect or not, you're going to need a lawyer and you want an aggressive and knowledgeable lawyer by your side.

15%

Estate Planning 10%

here's nothing worse than when lack of planning leads to uncertainty and sometimes even bitter arguments between family at the already unbearable time of a loved one's passing. The good news this can be easily avoided!

10%

Personal Injury 10%

When you're injured through no fault of your own, it can be a life changing event with mounting medical bills and loss of quality of life. If you've been injured due to someone else's negligence, call immediately.

10%

Speeding and Traffic Ticket 5%

Traffic tickets can have real world consequences including points on your driving record, higher insurance premiums, a suspended drivers license, and even jail time. It can be very expensive to accept a ticket, call today for a consultation.

Animal and Dog Bites 3%

If you've been bit by an animal of any kind that is the responsibility of another person(s), you'll need to talk to us now to review your case for free to discuss your financial compensation for your bite.

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 15 minutes

Hourly Rates

$ 100-250 per hour

Contingency

20%-40%

Payment Methods

Cash
Check
Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Virginia for 15 years

State: Virginia

Acquired: 2010

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No misconduct found

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Location

The Trent Law Practice, PLC

7 S. Main Street, PO Box 1542, Halifax, VA, 24558

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Michael Thomas Trent's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

5 Client Reviews

Showing 1 - 1 of 1 review | Practice Area Knowledge

Posted by anonymous | July 28, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Personal Injury

Can’t Go Wrong

I hired Mr. Trent after a car accident almost 3 years ago. He was very knowledgeable and explained everything in a manner that I could explain, especially dealing with an out of town insurance company. From the moment we had our consultation until now, he always made/makes sure everything was going w...ell health-wise and provided constant updates with the case. His clients well-being is of the utmost importance to him and he shows it the moment you sit down with him. Thank you is not a big enough word to express the gratitude I have after working with him and will use him in the future if ever needed.

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Michael Thomas Trent's Lawyer Endorsements

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John Sando

Criminal defense lawyer | Aug 28

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer."

Brandon Hudson

Estate planning lawyer | Dec 22

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer."

Elizabeth Trent

Personal injury lawyer | Mar 16

Relationship: Family member

"My husband, Michael Trent, is skilled litigator who has the patience of a saint. He listens carefully to every client who comes into our office. Every detail that clients give him, no matter how small, he will use to put his clients to the best advantage possible. If you were in an accident and think you need a lawyer, give him a call. If he can help, he will."

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John Sando

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Brandon Hudson

Estate planning lawyer

Elizabeth Trent

Family lawyer

Experience

Rating: 8.2 (Excellent)

Work Experience

2015 - Present

Owner, The Trent Law Practice, PLC

2011 - 2015

Assistant Public Defender, Public Defender Office

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Associations

2015 - Present

Halifax Town Council

Councilman

2011 - Present

Halifax County Bar Association

Member

2010 - Present

Virginia State Bar

Member

2010 - Present

Virginia Bar Association

Member

2016 - 2018

Halifax County Bar Association

President

2013 - 2013

Mecklenburg County Bar

Member

2012 - 2012

Halifax County Bar Association

President

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Education

2010

Suffolk University Law School

JD - Juris Doctor

2007

Lynchburg College

BA - Bachelor of Arts

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Languages

English

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