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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: 2011
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Acquired: 2009
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State: California
Acquired: 2010
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Posted by Gwen | July 22, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
Divorce
Ms Kinard is an excellent attorney. She restores the dignity her profession should exemplify. Ms Kinard listened. She heard my story. She developed a plan of action and went to work. She had my final judgement within two(2) months. I had struggled with another attorney for years. I will forev...
Posted by Terie | June 14, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Family
Dependable And Understanding
Attorney Kinard and I spoke in a consultation in 2016 and 2017 about a family law issue. I was very frustrated with a situation that needed to be brought to justice. She gave me a listening ear and gave me advice on what I had to do to make the situation better. I ended out hiring her in 2018. Before...
Posted by LaTanya | June 11, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
Divorce
I would recommended everyone to go to The Kinard Law Office and see Attorney Rhonda Kinard. She help me with my divorce and she got me everything I wanted. She is very sweet but she is a beast in the courtroom. She doesn't sugar coat anything, she tells it like it is. She doesn't tell you what you ...
Posted by Lakenya | March 19, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Personal Injury
Personal Injury
This was my first experience using a Personal Injury Attorney and wow did Attorney Kinard surpass all my expectations. I received steady updates on the status of my case, not once did I have to worry. I was extremely pleased with the outcome of my case. I couldn't have asked for more, I will definite...
Posted by Paul | October 30, 2018 | Hired Attorney
Professional Excellence
Attorney Kinard knows what she is doing. Her confident demeanor immediately sets the stage as she works hard on your behalf. She guides you through the entire legal process – you will know where every penny of your money goes. Straight-shooter, trustworthy, hardworking: she and her team (La’Tanya) ar...
"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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Excellence in Criminal and Family Law, Lawyers of Distinction
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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"
2022
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