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Bradley C. Ratliff, Esq., is a Virginia licensed attorney with significant background and experience in personal injury cases, Virginia workers' compensation, estates, elder law matters, real estate, and civil practice.
In addition to his membership in the Virginia State Bar, Mr. Ratliff is admitted to Federal Courts in the Western District of Virginia, and United States Bankruptcy Court. Mr. Ratliff holds a Bachelor of Science degree from Bluefield, College and a Master's Degree in Rehabilitation Counseling from Virginia Commonwealth University, Medical College of Virginia. He obtained his Juris Doctorate from the Appalachian School of Law.
Mr. Ratliff is a lifelong resident of Southwest Virginia. He regularly appears in the state courts in the counties of Tazewell, Buchanan, Russell, Washington, Bristol, and Bland and in Federal Courts in the Western District of Virginia. Mr. Ratliff also serves as the Town Attorney for the Town of Richlands, Virginia.
The Ratliff Law Firm, founded in 2013, is a legal practice located in the beautiful mountains of Southwest Virginia with offices in historic Cedar Bluff, Virginia. We focus on providing exceptional service with excellent communication and professionalism.
OUR MISSION: To provide excellent services to our clients with the highest possible level of communication and a goal of achieving the best possible legal outcomes.
We are committed to your success through provision of high quality legal services. Based in Southwest Virginia, our values reflect the people we serve and the region we call home. The Ratliff Law Firm's business model is designed for efficiency and cost effectiveness, utilizing a "Best Practices" approach that focuses on process, speed, communication, and reliability. The firm prides itself on ethical, results oriented services and an effective professional staff with efficient systems meeting the needs of our clients.
Practice Areas
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Practice Areas
Wills and Living Wills
20%
19 years
Workers Compensation
20%
19 years
Car Accident
10%
19 years
Contracts and Agreements
10%
19 years
Fees and Rates
Cost
Hourly Rates
$ 150-250 per hour
Contingency
20%-40%
Retainer
Sometimes
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Licensed in Kentucky for 1 year
State: Kentucky
Acquired: 2025
No misconduct found
Licensed in Virginia for 18 years
State: Virginia
Acquired: 2007
No misconduct found
Location
The Ratliff Law Firm
1053 Cedar Valley Drive, Cedar Bluff, VA, 24609
THE RATLIFF LAW FIRM
324 1/2 Center Avenue, Weston, WV, 26452
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Posted by anonymous | May 27, 2015
JSC
During difficult times, Mr. Ratliff protected my reputaion and future. The results were better than anticipated and would highly recommend Mr. Ratliff. He's my attorney for life.
Posted by anonymous | May 27, 2015 | Guardianship
Guardianship Issue
Attorney, Brad Ratliff represented our family in a matter involving legal guardianship and i / We were impressed by his diligent representation and our favorable results.
Posted by Sharon | May 27, 2015
Estate planning
Very respectful to all my needs. Answered all questions in language that was easy for me to understand.I would absolutely not hesitate to call him for future matters. Great service.
Posted by Rick Tipton | May 27, 2015 | Adoption
Excellent
Mr. Ratliff and his team are awesome. They handled an adoption case for my wife and I. Very professional, very knowledgeable, and very reasonably priced. Our case became quite lengthy and we were kept informed throughout the entire process. Me, my wife, and our son will forever be grateful to Brad, N...
Posted by Priscilla | May 27, 2015 | Real Estate
Land Owner
Mr. Brad Ratliff, is a great Attorney. He helped me with a land purchase and he kept me informed of what he was doing and what I needed to do. He, along with his entire office is very professional. I have recommended him to my friends and I will continue to do so.
Bradley Claude Ratliff's Lawyer Endorsements
"Goes out of his way to answer questions. Very knowledgeable and very personable."
"Attorney Ratliff's online publications illustrate a complex and indepth knowledge of Estate Planning. He would be an excellent choice for Will and Trust preparation in Cedar Bluff and the surrounding areas."
"I endorse this lawyer. Brad is diligent and gifted attorney. He is good choice for any legal situation you find yourself in."
"I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Ratliff has proven to be a strong advocate for his clients; always well prepared and up for a challenge."
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"Brad is an excellent lawyer. I refer cases to him when my office has a conflict."
"Brad is fair to the opposition and a zealous advocate for his clients."
"I endorse Brad with no hesitation, he is a very good lawyer with great work ethic and attention to detail. He listens to his clients and works hard to achieve the results they seek."
"Mr. Ratliff is a strong, prepared attorney who is at all times a zealous advocate for his clients, whether they be governmental, corporate, or private citizens. Having worked against Mr. Ratliff in both criminal and civil settings, I have much respect for his professional and personal conduct."
"I have know Brad for a long time and it reputation in VA is stellar. Always willing to work for you, he is one of the best!"
"I endorse this lawyer."
"I endorse this lawyer. I am a former client, classmate, and current friend. Bradley is a solid attorney with a stellar reputation in SW VA."
William Housley
Speeding and traffic ticket lawyer | May 30
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I endorse this lawyer. Tough, talented and thorough litigator."
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Experience
Honors
2006
Willard Owens Award for Excellence in Community Service, Appalachian School of Law
2006
Thomas F. Blackwell 3L Heart of ASL Award, Appalachian School of Law
Work Experience
2013 - Present
Attorney/President, THE RATLIFF LAW FIRM
2007 - 2013
Partner/Attorney, Bolling-Hearl-Ratliff, PC
2006 - 2007
Law Clerk to the Honorable Teresa M. Chafin, Tazewell County Circuit Court
1999 - 2006
Regional Director, Career Support Systems, Inc.
1993 - 1999
Rehabilitation Counselor/Vice President, Rehabilitation & Job Placement Services, Inc.
Associations
2015 - Present
American Land Title AssociationMember
2014 - Present
Virginia State Bar RESPA Certification
2009 - Present
Virginia Local Government Attorney's AssociationMember
2007 - Present
Virginia State BarMember
2007 - Present
Tazewell County Bar AssociationMember
2002 - 2007
The Commission on Rehabilitation Counselor CertificationMember
Sample of Legal Cases
Workers' Compensation Settlement, Back Injury
Lump Sum Settlement: $150,000.00.
Partition Suit - Tazewell County, Virginia
Judgment for the client with reimbursement of all attorney's fees, costs, taxes paid, and equitable division of the proceeds of sale.
Workers' Compensation Shoulder Injury from Fall
Full and final settlement reached with the employer and carrier for and on behalf of the client in the amount of $145,000.00.
Education
2006
Appalachian School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
2002
Virginia Commonwealth University (Medical College of Virginia)
Master of Science
1998
Bluefield College
Bachelor of Science
Speaking Engagements
2014
Cedar Bluff Methodist Women's Conference
Estates and Planning
2011
Richlands High School Guidance Event
Legal Educational Directions
Publications
2016
Appalachian School of Law Journal of Law
The Second Amendment: An Analysis and Interpretation
2013
Ratlifflaw.net/downloads
Estate Planning 101
Languages
English
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