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Rhonda Kinard, an Alabama native, has practiced law for several years in Alabama and Virginia courts. In 1999, she attended the University of Alabama at Birmingham, where she earned her Bachelor of Arts in Sociology. After college, Dr. Kinard earned a Juris Doctor from Regent University School of Law, graduating amid the top of her class. She graduated from Regent University School of Business, earning a Masters in Business Administration, cum laude. Finally, she graduated from Northcentral University, earning a Ph.D in Business with a specialization in Criminal Justice. While at Regent Law, Dr. Kinard interned at the United States District Court, Eastern District of Virginia, for the Honorable Raymond A. Jackson. Additionally, Dr. Kinard completed an externship at the Supreme Court of Alabama for the Honorable Tom Parker.
After law school, Dr. Kinard began her legal career by accepting an offer to serve in one of the seven legal clerkships at the Supreme Court of Virginia. From 2009 - 2011, she served as a judicial law clerk to the late Chief Justice of the Supreme Court of Virginia, the Honorable Leroy Rountree Hassell, Sr. She also served as law clerk to the Honorable Charles Russell, Senior Justice of the Supreme Court of Virginia.
From 2011 - 2014, Dr. Kinard served as a prosecutor for the Newport News Commonwealth Attorney's Office, where she gained extensive litigation experience in both bench and jury trials. She has litigated thousands of criminal cases, including criminal and traffic misdemeanors, firearm offenses, drug offenses, white collar/property offenses, burglary, arson and violent felonies such as armed robbery, aggravated assaults, sexual offenses and homicide. Dr. Kinard's years as a prosecutor has shown her the devastating impact crime has on not only the victims but also on the defendant, as well as family members.
Dr. Kinard served as an Adjunct Professor at Regent University School of Law, where she taught criminal law and criminal procedure classes. Dr. Kinard also taught Business Law courses at ITT Technical Institute. Previously, Dr. Kinard served as an Adjunct Professor at ECPI University, where she taught criminal justice and business classes. Dr. Kinard is licensed to practice law in Alabama, Virginia, and California. She is also licensed to practice in all U.S. District Courts in the State of Alabama, which include the Southern District, Middle District, and Northern District of Alabama.
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Acquired: 2009
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Acquired: 2010
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Posted by Sandra and Wayne | August 06, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
No Problems or Stress!
I will recommend Lawyer Kinard and her staff to everyone. We told her what she needed to know and without delay in her professional way she made sure justice was served. We have never seen a case handle so smooth. Thank you for making sure our grandson was cleared without us being present. Keep h...
Posted by Drew | July 21, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
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I would like to take this opportunity to express my deepest appreciation of Attorney Kinard's professionalism and transparency in representing my son in court! Attorney Rhonda Kinard, exemplified boldness and confidence in our behalf! I would highly recommend her to anyone who is need of an Outstandi...
Posted by Roger | March 05, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Family
Couldn't be more pleased
What an excellent attorney! From the moment I consulted attorney Kinard, I knew that she was the lawyer for me. So I hired her for representation in a family issue. She was organized, professional, confident, and VERY sharp. But with all of those positive attributes, her best quality hands down is...
Posted by anonymous | February 16, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
Best Lawyer by far!!!
I was introduced to attorney Kinard by a friend who goes to the same gym as her. She asked I call the office and set up an appointment so we could discuss my case.At the meeting, I explained to her what I wanted. She explained to me in details all the options and outcomes of the case. She knew the la...
Posted by anonymous | February 15, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
When I felt all was lost!
Attorney Kinard was such an excellent attorney. She listened and was there to aid in my concerns. My divorce was very emotional for me and at some points I thought things were falling apart for us however, Rhonda stayed the course, put on her "Superwoman" cape and saved the day. Thank you so much, Rh...
"I endorse this lawyer. I worked with Rhonda in the Newport News Commonwealth's Attorney's Office. She is very professional and can litigate an incredible case. I would hire her in a split second."
"I have personally had the opportunity to oppose Ms. Kinard in several bench and jury trials. I found Rhonda to always be well versed in the law and a zealous advocate for her clients. Her demeanor was always amicable although firm in her position. Anyone seeking a competent zealous attorney will not be disappointed in her representation. I endorse Ms. Kinard."
"I'm not sure I've met a lawyer who takes her work more seriously than Ms. Kinard. She is intelligent, motivated and skilled, and her experience as a prosecutor gives her a unique perspective as a defense attorney. Don't hesitate to ask her for help."
"Ms. Kinard is an excellent attorney. Very knowledgeable, she is the consummate professional whose work ethic is second to none. I highly endorse Ms. Kinard."
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Top 100 Lawyers, The National Black Lawyers Association
2017
Top 10 Attorneys Under 40, National Academy Of Family Law Attorneys
2017
Top 40 Lawyers Under 40, American Society of Legal Advocates
2014 - Present
Adjunct Professor, ITT Technical Institute
2014 - Present
Adjunct Professor, Regent University School Of Law
2014 - Present
Attorney, The Kinard Law Office, P.C.
2013 - 2014
Adjunct Professor, ECPI University
2011 - 2014
Prosecuting Attorney, Newport News Commonwealth's Attorney Office
2009 - 2011
Judicial Law Clerk, Supreme Court of Virginia
2008 - 2009
Clerk, United States District Court
2022
PhD - Doctorate
2009
JD - Juris Doctor
2009
MBA - Master of Business Administration
2003
BA - Bachelor of Arts
2013
"Don't Fail The Bar"
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