• Find a Lawyer
  • Family Law Attorney
  • Virginia

    • Chesapeake, VA Family Lawyers

    86 family lawyers serve Chesapeake, VA. Compare the best based on 480+ reviews and detailed profiles. Related practice areas and nearby towns in Chesapeake City County are listed below.

    Sort by:
    Best Match

    Chesapeake Has 86 Family Attorneys with 480 Reviews

    Lu Aloupas

    Lu Aloupas

    5.010 reviews
    Aloupas Law, P.L.L.C., 220 Mt. Pleasant Road, Suite 102, Chesapeake, VA
    Family Lawyer Licensed for 15 years
    Practice Areas:  Family, Divorce & Separation
    Review: "Miss Aloupas was very helpful and I understand more about my current case, which is an interstate case. I'm glad I called and she was very prompt in returning my inquiry, which was surprising since it was at 9 am on a Saturday."
    Rating:  10
    Save
    View Profile
    James Edward Short

    James Edward Short

    4.946 reviews
    James E. Short, PLC
    1105 Madison Plaza, Ste. 120, Chesapeake, VA
    Family Lawyer Licensed for 39 years
    Practice Areas:  Family, Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI and more
    Bio: James E. Short is a skilled lawyer who has over 30 years of experience. His practice is focused on a wide range of misdemeanor and felony criminal cases as well as DUI defense, family law and personal injury. As a former prosecutor, James E. Short...
    Rating:  9.8
    Save
    View Profile

    Ad

    Family Lawyers in Chesapeake, VA

    Family lawyers advise and represent clients in matters like divorce, custody, adoption, prenuptial agreements, and the civil aspects of domestic violence. They draft agreements, negotiate settlements, appear in family court, protect parental and financial rights, help enforce orders, and provide emotional and procedural guidance through sensitive family transitions.

    The Avvo Rating explained

    Let us know
    how we're doing!

    We'd like to hear from you!

    This anonymous survey will take no more than 1–2 minutes to complete.

    Your feedback will be used to improve Avvo and provide better support to people with legal needs like yours.

    START THE SURVEY

    Family

    Family lawyers advise and represent clients in matters like divorce, custody, adoption, prenuptial agreements, and the civil aspects of domestic violence. They draft agreements, negotiate settlements, appear in family court, protect parental and financial rights, help enforce orders, and provide emotional and procedural guidance through sensitive family transitions.

    The Avvo Rating explained

    Katherine Dennis Currin

    Katherine Dennis Currin

    4.820 reviews
    Morris, Crawford & Currin, P.C.
    565 Cedar Road Suite 20, Chesapeake, VA
    Family Lawyer Licensed for 18 years
    Practice Areas:  Family, Criminal Defense
    Bio: I was raised in Oxford, North Carolina by my father who is an attorney, and my mother who was a teacher. My older brother and I both attended The University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill (UNC-CH - go heels!) together and graduated in 2004. I rece...
    Rating:  10
    Save
    View Profile
    Larachelle Wood

    Larachelle Wood

    4.917 reviews
    Parks Zeigler, PLLC - Attorneys At Law
    524 Albemarle Drive Suite 200, Chesapeake, VA
    Family Lawyer Licensed for 24 years
    Practice Areas:  Family, Divorce & Separation, Child Custody and more
    Bio: I began my practice as a criminal defense attorney with the Public Defender's office for the City of Norfolk. After nearly two years handling misdemeanors & felonies with a concentration in the Juvenile Courts, I ventured into private practice. I ...
    Rating:  10
    Save
    View Profile
    Andrea Ruege

    Andrea Ruege

    5.020 reviews
    Office of the Chesapeake City Attorney
    306 Albemarle Drive, Chesapeake, VA
    Family Lawyer Licensed for 12 years
    Practice Areas:  Family, General Practice, Employment & Labor and more
    Bio: Although originally from Long Island, I grew up in Chesapeake, Virginia. After attending the University of Virginia and the Charleston School of Law, I was happy to return to the Tidewater area to begin my legal career. I love the work that I do a...
    Rating:  9.0
    Save
    View Profile
    Timothy Vitow Anderson

    PRO

    Timothy Vitow Anderson

    4.728 reviews
    205 S. Battlefield Road, Suite 100, Chesapeake, VA
    Family Lawyer Licensed for 26 years
    Practice Areas:  Family, Bankruptcy & Debt, Criminal Defense and more
    Bio: I was born and raised in Springfield, Missouri. I graduated from the University of Tampa with a Bachelors Degree in Economics. I obtained my Juris Doctor degree from Regent University in Virginia Beach, Virginia and am now licensed to practice in ...
    Rating:  8.0
    Save
    Profile
    Chat
    Message
    Timothy Vitow Anderson's Website
    Alfred Bartlett Keil

    Alfred Bartlett Keil

    5.012 reviews
    Green, Hampton & Kelly, PLLC
    501 Independence Parkway, Suite 201, Chesapeake, VA
    Family Lawyer Licensed for 48 years
    Practice Areas:  Family, Divorce & Separation, Personal Injury and more
    Bio: I am proud to have been selected as AV-Rated (Preminent) in Family Law by Martindale-Hubbell Peer Review Ratings system, and to be included in the 2018 and 2019 Editions of The Best Lawyers in America for Family Law. I earned my Law Degree (J.D.) ...
    Rating:  8.2
    Save
    View Profile
    David Michael Mccormick

    David Michael Mccormick

    5.03 reviews
    McCormick Divorce & Family Law
    *By appointment only, 1545 Crossways Boulevard, Suite 250, Chesapeake, VA
    Family Lawyer Licensed for 30 years
    Practice Areas:  Family, Divorce & Separation, Child Custody and more
    Bio: Thanks for visitng my profile. I became a lawyer at age 38 after a successful career as a UPS Loader, Driver, Supervisor, and Manager. I started a law practice right after law school in 1996 and have served over 19,000 clients. I love helping peop...
    Rating:  8.3
    Save
    View Profile
    Bronwen Anne Joyner

    Bronwen Anne Joyner

    4.25 reviews
    Shannon & Associates, P.C.
    2006 Old Greenbrier Road, Suite 4, Chesapeake, VA
    Family Lawyer Licensed for 15 years
    Practice Areas:  Family, Litigation, Wills & Living Wills
    Bio: I am an associate with the firm of Shannon & Associates who concentrates in family law, criminal law, elder law and civil litigation. I practiced with the firm of Tavss Fletcher for nearly seven years, and am now with the firm of Shannon & Associa...
    Rating:  7.7
    Save
    View Profile
    Anthony Stephan Mulford

    Anthony Stephan Mulford

    5.03 reviews
    Green Hampton & Kelly, PLLC
    501 Independence Parkway, Suite 201, Chesapeake, VA
    Family Lawyer Licensed for 36 years
    Practice Areas:  Family, Divorce & Separation, Child Custody and more
    Review: "My previous lawyer was lazy and actually messed up my case horribly. Tony not only took over, fixed as many issues as he could, he has been an advocate and a rock. I love that I found an honest lawyer (who knew?) and that he works hard for us! Wel..."
    Rating:  8.5
    Save
    View Profile
    Cynthia Louise Ewing

    Cynthia Louise Ewing

    5.04 reviews
    Green, Hampton & Kelly, PLLC
    Lake Center I, Suite 201, 501 Independence Parkway, Chesapeake, VA
    Family Lawyer Licensed for 27 years
    Practice Areas:  Family, Divorce & Separation
    Bio: I have been practicing law in Virginia since 1998. I earned my law degree from the Marshall-Wythe School of Law of the College of William and Mary and I have a Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting from Indiana University. I am also a certified public a...
    Rating:  7.5
    Save
    View Profile
    Kristen Marie Shannon

    Kristen Marie Shannon

    3.611 reviews
    Shannon & Bedois, PC
    2006 Old Greenbrier Road, Suite 4, Chesapeake, VA
    Family Lawyer Licensed for 20 years
    Practice Areas:  Family, Criminal Defense, Estate Planning
    Review: "As an out of state driver that was ticketed in Virginia, I was concerned that I would not be able to keep the ticket off my record. I hired Kristen Shannon by phone and we had several conversations about the importance of keeping the ticket off my..."
    Rating:  7.6
    Save
    View Profile
    Charles Eric Plumlee

    PRO

    Charles Eric Plumlee

    4.310 reviews
    This is an aggregated review score of Avvo and Lawyers.com reviews.
    MacDonald, Plumlee & Overton, P.C
    620 Cedar Rd, Chesapeake, VA
    Family Lawyer Licensed for 28 years
    Practice Areas:  Family, Criminal Defense, Personal Injury and more
    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..."
    Rating:  8.1
    Save
    Profile
    Chat
    Message
    Charles Eric Plumlee's Website
    Daniel Isaac Miller

    Daniel Isaac Miller

    5.01 review
    M. Rogers & Associates
    1403 Greenbrier Parkway, Suite 200, Chesapeake, VA
    Family Lawyer Licensed for 25 years
    Practice Areas:  Family
    Bio: I am aggressive and proactive in my representation. Having been a family lawyer for 15 years in Hampton Roads, I have good relationships my colleagues. I am also a five-time Virginia state Chess Champion and will determine the best strategy and ta...
    Rating:  7.3
    Save
    View Profile
    Emily Rebecca Dunn

    Emily Rebecca Dunn

    5.04 reviews
    Dunn Family Law, PLLC
    555 Belaire Ave, Suite 210, Chesapeake, VA
    Family Lawyer Licensed for 12 years
    Practice Areas:  Family, Domestic Violence, Juvenile and more
    Bio: Emily Rebecca Dunn, Esq. is a family law attorney and a passionate advocate for families and children. She strives to resolve disputes while preserving the parties’ relationship by bringing a cooperative approach to the table. Emily is dually barr...
    Rating:  6.8
    Save
    View Profile
    Aaron M. Pomeranz

    Aaron M. Pomeranz

    5.04 reviews
    Parks Zeigler, PLLC – Attorneys At Law
    524 Albemarle Drive Suite 200, Chesapeake, VA
    Family Lawyer Licensed for 9 years
    Practice Areas:  Family, Criminal Defense, Divorce & Separation and more
    Bio: Aaron Pomeranz is a long-time resident of Hampton Roads and attended Kempsville High School where he played catcher for the Chiefs. He attended William and Mary, continued to play baseball for the Tribe, and graduated in 1992 with a degree in Busi...
    Rating:  7.4
    Save
    View Profile
    Gregory Slack Larsen

    Gregory Slack Larsen

    5.02 reviews
    Roy, Larsen, Carnes & Romm, P.C.
    109A Wimbledon Square, Chesapeake, VA
    Family Lawyer Licensed for 41 years
    Practice Areas:  Personal Injury, Medical Malpractice, Wrongful Death and more
    Review: "There is no words that would give fair praise for Mr. Larsen. He is an incredibly tough attorney who knows what he is doing and does not waste his clients time or money doing nonsense. He is brutally honest about the case progress and where everyo..."
    View Profile
    Cara Paige Oxenham

    Cara Paige Oxenham

    4.210 reviews
    Cara P. Oxenham, P.C.
    205 Battlefield Blvd S., Suite 100, Chesapeake, VA
    Family Lawyer Licensed for 19 years
    Practice Areas:  Family, Criminal Defense, Divorce & Separation and more
    Bio: I started my legal career with the Portsmouth Public Defender's Office. This served as an invaluable experience as I handled all types of criminal cases from misdemeanor driving charges to murder. After almost four years as an Assistant Public Def...
    Rating:  7.5
    Save
    View Profile
    Danielle R. Bergman

    Danielle R. Bergman

    Not yet reviewedReview Danielle
    Parks Zeigler, PLLC
    524 Albemarle Drive, Suite 200, Chesapeake, VA
    Family Lawyer Licensed for 16 years
    Practice Areas:  Family, Business
    Bio: Danielle “Dani” Bergman is a native of South Norfolk, Virginia, graduating as Salutatorian from Oscar F. Smith High School. She attended college at the University of Virginia’s College at Wise on a full academic scholarship and an athletic scholar...
    Rating:  7.8
    Save
    View Profile
    Ryan Brandon Graves

    Ryan Brandon Graves

    3.02 reviews
    1429 Plantation Lakes Circle, Chesapeake, VA
    Family Lawyer Licensed for 18 years
    Practice Areas:  Family, Speeding & Traffic Ticket, Personal Injury and more
    Bio: Mr. Graves became associated with the firm in 2007, and concentrates on criminal law, traffic matters, personal injury, family law, estate planning, creditor/debtor law, and landlord/tenant law.Mr. Graves was born in Seattle, Washington where he a...
    Rating:  8.6
    Save
    View Profile
    Carrollton Fort Monroe Grafton Hampton Newport News Norfolk Poquoson Portsmouth Suffolk Tabb Virginia Beach Windsor
     
    See Chesapeake City County >
    See all cities in Virginia >
    Child Custody Child Support Divorce and Separation Marriage and Prenuptials

    See all practice areas

    Additional Resources

    Additional User Resources

    Below, we’ve provided users with navigation to related Family as well as common support documents.

    Family Legal Questions and Information Ask a lawyer FAQ Are my messages private and secure? What is the Avvo Rating? What are reviews?

    Resources for Attorneys and Law Firms

    Are you or your law firm looking for new opportunities to grow? Are you looking to take control of your profiles on Avvo to ensure your data is accurate and enable users to reach you? Take a look at the resources below to get started.

    How to grow your law practice with Avvo? How do I edit my claimed profile? How can I increase my Avvo rating? How do I edit my unclaimed profile?

    Attorney Insights

    The following lists have been provided to help inform. Use the sort link that follows each list to see all results formatted in the same manner.

    Which Family lawyers have been licensed the longest in Chesapeake, VA?

    Sort lawyers by Most Years Licensed

    Which Chesapeake, VA Family lawyers are newest to the area?

    Sort lawyers by Most Recently Licensed

    Who are the most reviewed Family lawyers in Chesapeake, VA?

    Sort lawyers by Most Reviewed

    Who are the best reviewed Family lawyers in Chesapeake, VA?

    Sort lawyers by Best Reviewed
    × Filter & Sort
    Sort by Fees and Rates
    Filter By

    Choose one filter option below.

    Also speaks Also practice in
    Reset