Virginia Beach, VA Criminal Defense Lawyers

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Criminal Defense Lawyers in Virginia Beach, VA

Criminal defense lawyers represent clients at every stage of a criminal case: investigation, arrest, arraignment, plea bargaining, trial, and appeal. They assess evidence, protect constitutional rights, negotiate reduced charges or sentences, cross-examine witnesses, raise defenses, file motions, and advocate to minimize penalties or obtain acquittals.

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Criminal Defense Attorney near Virginia Beach (Norfolk)

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 39 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Federal Crime, Drug Crime and more

Bio: Attorney Andrew Protogyrou obtained his B.A. from the Virginia Military Institute and earned his J.D. from the University of Richmond.Mr. Protogyrou has handled hundreds of jury trials in State and Federal Courts throughout Virginia. He has argued...

Rating: 10

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Criminal Defense Attorney near Virginia Beach (Norfolk)

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 22 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Divorce & Separation and more

Bio: I have been practicing law for 21 years. I started my career as a public defender. I then served as a prosecutor for over 11 years. I served as a prosecutor in Hampton, Newport News, and Portsmouth. I have tried every type of criminal case from tr...

Rating: 8.3

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Criminal Defense Attorney near Virginia Beach (Norfolk)

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 11 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Litigation, Child Custody and more

Bio: Kelly L. Vasta, a founding member of Nield, Delpierre & Vasta PLC, represents her clients in the seven cities of Southside Hampton Roads and beyond, including Northampton and Williamsburg/James County, Virginia. She focuses her practice in the...

Rating: 9.0

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Criminal Defense Attorney near Virginia Beach (Chesapeake)

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 17 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Divorce & Separation, Sexual Harassment and more

Bio: Rhiannon M. Jordan, Esq., is an aggressive and enthusiastic courtroom competitor. She possesses a degree in Business Administration from Campbell University and a law degree from Regent University. She is admitted to practice in all Virginia State...

Rating: 8.8

Review: "Working with Attorney Wooten has been an incredibly positive experience. From the beginning, Atty. Wooten paid close attention to detail, made me feel heard, respected, and supported. He took the time to truly listen, explain things in a way that ..."

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Criminal Defense Attorney near Virginia Beach (Chesapeake)

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 10 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Speeding & Traffic Ticket, Personal Injury and more

Rating: 7.9

Call for a FREE consultation(757) 972-2574

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Criminal Defense Attorney near Virginia Beach (Norfolk)

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 21 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Divorce & Separation, Child Custody

Bio: Attorney James Garrett is the founder and lead attorney at Garrett Law Group, PLC in Virginia Beach. He began in private practice immediately upon graduating law school and being admitted to practice in his home state of Virginia in 2005. The firm...

Rating: 8.8

Review: "If you need a personal injury lawyer, Ms. Beth Ufkes and Mr. Michael Goodove are exceptional lawyers. They are well-versed on all insurances, especially Tri-care. It was nice not to have to worry about medical bills on top of recovering from an a..."

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Criminal Defense Attorney near Virginia Beach (Norfolk)

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 34 years

Practice Areas: Personal Injury, Medical Malpractice, Criminal Defense and more

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Criminal Defense Attorney near Virginia Beach (Norfolk)

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 14 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Speeding & Traffic Ticket

Review: "Phenomenal....wonderful wonderful Criminal Defense Attorney. Ive had a few in the past and have NEVER had an attorney like Mr. Curcione. He's a good one thats for sure. Even though I was wrongfully arrested and my ex husband is still actively tryi..."

Rating: 7.0

Review: "We used him because of his reputation! He never past judgement! He wanted us to win, and win we did! He proved our son was guilty but not only that he was very skillful and prepared us. That if we did not win what we needed to do to get the least ..."

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Criminal Defense Attorney near Virginia Beach (Norfolk)

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 16 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Landlord & Tenant, DUI & DWI and more

Rating: 7.3

Review: "Mr. Plumlee recently worked on my case with 100% professionalism. I've truly never seen an attorney work the courtroom like him. He is incredibly knowledgeable but is also incredibly personable. He cuts to the chase and is very genuine in how he v..."

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Criminal Defense Attorney near Virginia Beach (Chesapeake)

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 29 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Personal Injury, Real Estate and more

Rating: 8.1

Call for a consultation(757) 796-6905

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Criminal Defense Attorney near Virginia Beach (Norfolk)

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 33 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Personal Injury, Speeding & Traffic Ticket and more

Bio: Former Lecturer, Contract Law Tidewater Community College, 1994-2001.

Rating: 6.7

Call for a consultation(757) 574-9857

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Slaughter & Lupton Law, PLLC.
5601 Virginia Beach Boulevard, Virginia Beach, VA

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 1 year

Practice Areas: Litigation, Personal Injury, Motorcycle Accident and more

Bio: For Nicole T. Sanzo, becoming an attorney was a dream that began when she was just five years old. Today, she puts that determination to work helping people navigate the legal and personal challenges that follow a serious injury. As a Personal...

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Criminal Defense Attorney near Virginia Beach (Portsmouth)

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 15 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Family, Personal Injury and more

Bio: Hello! My name is Ashby Pope and I am a partner at the law firm of Riddick & Pope in Smithfield, Virginia. We also have an office in Portsmouth, Virginia to serve our clients on the Southside. I started my legal career in Portsmouth and I live...

Rating: 8.1

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Criminal Defense Attorney near Virginia Beach (Norfolk)

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 21 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Speeding & Traffic Ticket, Contracts & Agreements and more

Bio: Nikeva Bailey has established herself as a formidable force in criminal defense within the Hampton Roads region. Her legal trajectory began as a Law Clerk, refining her research and analytical skills under notable judicial guidance. Transitioning ...

Rating: 7.3

Call for a consultation(757) 709-6808

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Criminal Defense Attorney near Virginia Beach (Chesapeake)

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 36 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Personal Injury, DUI & DWI and more

Bio: I have been praticing law in the hampton Roads area since 1990. I grew up in the City of Chesapeake and went to College in Williamsburg and Law School in Virginia. I am very familiar with the courts in this area and have handled thousands of cases...

Rating: 8.0

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Criminal Defense Attorney near Virginia Beach (Norfolk)

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 21 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Speeding & Traffic Ticket and more

Bio: A lifelong resident of Norfolk, Bryan Harrison has represented defendants in over thirty jurisdictions of Virginia. With extensive trial experience in criminal and traffic defense as well as civil litigation and divorce, he is acutely knowledgeabl...

Rating: 7.1

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Criminal Defense Attorney near Virginia Beach (Norfolk)

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 42 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Personal Injury, Car Accidents

Bio: George Neskis primarily practices in the courts of Norfolk, Virginia Beach, Chesapeake, Newport News, Portsmouth, Hampton and Suffolk. He regularly represents clients who have been charged with criminal and traffic offenses including driving while...

Rating: 6.5

Review: "We had a few weeks to bet papers done for our Grandchildren in Newport News, VA after their mother unexpectedly passed January 9, 2022. Ms. Tillman responded to a call I left her after hours and she promptly called and started the process the next..."

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Criminal Defense Attorney near Virginia Beach (Norfolk)

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 7 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Divorce & Separation, Child Custody

Rating: 8.3