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5.0 /5.0
10 Client Reviews
$ 215-325 per hour
About Frank
Biography
Frank was born and raised in Campbell County. He graduated from Rustburg High School in 1989. Frank graduated from Harvard Universityin 1993 magna cum laude where he was on Varsity Crew and he graduated from theUniversity of Virginia School Of Law in 1997. Frank was admitted to the Virginia State Bar that same year and he began practicing law in Rustburg with the law firm of Overbey, Hawkins & Selz, now Overbey, Hawkins & Wright.
As a partner at Overbey, Hawkins & Wright, Frank has a broad base of trial and transactional experience. While he spends the majority of his time litigating personal injury cases, Frank has litigated and resolved disputes in the areas of construction, business, general civil, criminal and real estate law. As counsel to numerous local government clients, he has assisted clients with matters arising under state and federal statutes including the Freedom of Information Act, the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act, the Americans with Disabilities Act, Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act, the Family and Medical Leave Act, the Fair Labor Standards Act, the Public Procurement Act and others.
Frank has represented hundreds of criminal defendants in all stages of the process, including bond hearings, preliminary hearings, bench and jury trials, and post conviction appeals, for both felony and misdemeanor cases; he has assisted clients with an array of charges, including robbery, attempted murder, drug charges, welfare fraud, statutory burglary, malicious wounding, assault and battery, rape and other felony sexual offenses.
In addition, Frank has closed hundreds of real estate transactions, both residential and commercial, ranging from the refinancing of a residence to complex contract matters in excess of $30 million. He also assists clients in developing estate plans, including creations of bypass trusts and other tax saving strategies for large estates.
Frank has been named a Rising Star by Law and Politics Magazine for 2007 and 2008. Fewer than 3% of the lawyers in Virginia are selected for inclusion on this list.
Frank is married to the former Kristin Button since 1999. They live in Brookneal with their two sons Austin and Matthew. Frank’s hobbies include spending time with his family, running, and mountaineering, mountain biking, and camping. Frank is a member of White’s United Methodist Church,Rustburg,Virginia.
Frank is a member of Lynchburg Bar Association, Campbell County Bar Association and Virginia Bar Association; Virginia State Bar; Virginia Municipal League; Virginia School Board Association – Council of School Board Attorneys.
Practice Areas
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Practice Areas
Business
12%
Construction and Development
12%
Criminal Defense
12%
General Practice
12%
29 years
Fees and Rates
Cost
Hourly Rates
Contingency
33%-33%
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
Awards
Licenses
Licensed in Virginia for 28 years
State: Virginia
Acquired: 1997
No misconduct found
Location
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Posted by anonymous | December 09, 2018 | Hired Attorney
Excellent Service
Let’s face it no one wants to be in a position to hire an attorney. Unfortunately, I found myself in a situation where professional, legal representation was necessary. Jean was my first contact with Overbey, Hawkins, and Wright practice. Jean put me in contact with Donna, Mr. Wright’s assistant. Bot...
Posted by Jesse | August 06, 2014 | Personal Injury
Honest and intelligent lawyer
When my wife and I were searching for personal injury lawyers, we were looking for a lawyer we could trust. We didn't want a lawyer that would be disreputable or unrealistic - we needed someone that we could rely on along the way in the process. Frank is the type of lawyer you want and that juries an...
Frank Austin Wright Jr.'s Lawyer Endorsements
"Frank is an excellent attorney. He is always well prepared and thoughtful. He is a man of integrity and trustworthiness. I would hire Frank to handle my own case if I needed it."
"I endorse this lawyer. Frank is a very reputable attorney in our community and a leader in his field."
"I endorse this lawyer. Frank is an outstanding attorney in all ways. Highly recommended."
"I endorse this lawyer. Frank Wright is a confident, capable, and intelligent lawyer. Frank is one of the best trial lawyers I've seen. He knows when to take a case to the jury and when to settle. Frank knows what the jury wants and needs to hear, and if the case is appropriate, he will present that information effectively. He fights for each and every client. It is without hesitation that I recommend Frank."
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Experience
Honors
2011
Rising Star, Law & Politics Magazine
2008
Rising Star, Law & Politics Magazine
2007
Rising Star, Law & Politics Magazine
N/A
Client Champion Award, Martindale-Hubbell
N/A
AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
Work Experience
1997 - Present
Senior Partner, Overbey, Hawkins & Wright
1900 - Present
Member, Overbey, Hawkins, Wright & Vance, PLLC
Associations
2009 - Present
Campbell County Bar AssociationVice President
Lynchburg Bar Association
Member
Virginia Bar Association
Member
Virginia State Bar
Member
Virginia Municipal League
Member
Education
1997
University of Virginia School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
1993
Harvard University
BA - Bachelor of Arts
1993
Harvard University
AB
Languages
English