Top Criminal Defense Lawyers Near Me in Lynchburg Area

When charged with a crime or in the middle of a family law dispute, you need to find an experienced attorney whom you can trust. A good lawyer can tell you that any kind of legal matter, big or small, can have a massive impact on your future.. Gordon Peters was born and raised in Lynchburg, and graduated from E.C. Glass High School in 1983. The Peters firm is a family business founded in 1982 by E. Gordon Peters, Sr. We have been helping the people of Virginia ever since. We give back to our community by offering attentive, thorough, and knowledgeable legal guidance to those who need it.

Twenty-five years serving as a GAL, guardian ad litem for children  ... former prosecutor, former Senior Assistant Public Defender, almost 25 years in private practice ..... also handled serious criminal, DUI and traffic offenses for more than 34 years, including defense of Capital Murder clients.

Personal Injury and Criminal Defense Attorney. Chris’s passion for and career in personal injury began after he was in a severe auto accident. While on his way to work, Chris was struck by a negligent driver. After that incident, Chris decided to attend law school and fight for the rights of the injured as a Auto Accident Lawyer. He is passionate about upholding the rights of the injured and making society safer one client and one law suit at a time.. Chris has always been interested in Criminal Law, during his attendance at Old Dominion University he became convinced that the way our system is run, the conduct of state actors and injustice in the system require those that are capable to do something about it.. Early LifeChris was born and raised in Lynchburg, Virginia where there is a great community. Lynchburg is a small city in Central Virginia placed at the foothills of the beautiful Blue Ridge Mountains. Chris graduated from Brookville High School in Campbell County, VA where he played defensive linebacker and was a captain for the varsity football team. Chris also recieved perfect scores on standardized history exams, the law is really a study of history.. Undergraduate SchoolChris earned his Bachelor of Science from Old Dominion University in Norfolk, Virginia. Chris majored in Criminal Justice and minored in History. Chris made the Dean’s list during his time at ODU. He also briefly played for Old Dominions Club Rugby team as a flanker and recreational flag football teams. Chris enjoys competitive sports like football.. Law SchoolChris attended Law School in Fort Lauderdale, FL at Nova Southeastern University, Shepard Broad College of Law. The beaches are nice in Fort Lauderdale. During his time at Nova, Chris earned the highest Honors in Pro Bono legal work for volunteering with MISSION UNITED Legal Aid Service of Broward County, a non-profit organization affiliated with the United Way. This organization was established to help Veterans with their legal needs. Chris also interned with the Broward County Public Defender’s office Homicide and Felony Departments.. After practicing for several years as an Attorney, Chris went on to get his Masters of Laws from Liberty University. While at Liberty Chris earned his LL.M. in International Legal Studies. Much of the curriculum centered around the study of Internation Human Rights. Human Rights Law is the cornerstone of must legal principles dating back to the origins of law.. Chris was humbly awarded the honor of being accepted to and attending the summer study abroad program at University of Oxford's Faculty of Law to study of International Human Rights. During his time at Oxford Chris learned a great deal about the international community and the experinces of other legal scholars in the home countries.. Chris loves the United States of America and our founding legal documents of law that center around Christian Biblical principles.. Flight SchoolAfter Law School, Chris attended several flight schools including North Star Flight Academy in Fort Lauderdale, FL. for his Private Pilots License, He then went on to Florida State College at Jacksonville: Cecil Field in Jacksonville, FL. for his Instrument Rating, Freedom Aviation in Lynchburg VA for his Commercial Pilots License and American Flyers in Morristown, NJ for his Flight Instructors certificate.. HobbiesChris’s favorite past-times include: Flying airplanes, Walking the dog, exercising at the YMCA, riding in the Jeep, and shooting skeet at Liberty University's beautiful facilities.. Education:. University of Oxford, Faculty of LawInternational Human Rights Law. Liberty University, School of LawMasters of Laws, LL.M.. Nova Southeastern University, Shepard Broad College of LawDoctorate of Jurisprudence, J.D.. Old Dominion UniversityBachelor of Science, B.S.. Associations, Certificates and Licenses:Virginia Bar 2023-presentFlorida Bar 2016-presentWashington, D.C. Bar 2019-presentUnited States District Court for the Middle District of FloridaUnited States District Court for the Southern District of FloridaFederal Aviation Airmen Certificate: PPL, Commercial Pilot, IR, CFIVirginia Trail Lawyers Association. Chris White Lawyer, LLC. is a Lynchburg, Virginia Law Firm available for free consultations in person, via Facetime, Skype, Zoom or phone. Please also check out my practice areas in Criminal Defense Attorney and Car Accident Lawyer. At my Law Firm we focus on the best result for the client. To stay connected I have a Youtube Channel, Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, Tumblr, Blogger, Reddit, Yelp, Avvo and Justia. Thank you for your time and consideration.

My name is Sam Hall and I am an associate attorney at The Law Offices of Butler & Livengood, PLLC, located in Lynchburg, Va., where I  previously worked as an intern while in law school. As an associate attorney at The Law Offices of Butler & Livengood, I have handled cases in the areas of family law, criminal defense, and personal injury. I am a member of the Virginia State Bar, as well as the American Bar Association, the Virginia Bar Association and the Young Trial Lawyers Association.. I was born on Misawa Air Force Base in Japan. With a father in the Air Force, I moved various places all over the world including Germany and Italy. I graduated from W.T. Woodson High School in Fairfax, Virginia, in 2009. I graduated from Virginia Tech University in 2013 and while there I attained a bachelor’s degree in political science and was heavily involved in intramural sports. I currently live in Lynchburg, Virginia with my wife Karinna.. Outside of the office and courtroom, I enhoy playing pick-up basketball and spending time with family and friends. I am currently a member of Thomas Road Baptist Church in Lynchburg.

Mr. Davies is the founder of the law firm of Jordan B. Davies, PLLC, located in downtown Lynchburg. His practice focuses in the areas of criminal defense, family law, civil litigation and creditors’ rights. He is licensed to practice in Virginia and is admitted to the U.S. District Court for both the Western and Eastern Districts of Virginia. Davies is a member of the National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers and the Lynchburg Bar Association.

Mark B. Arthur was born and reared in Bedford County. After graduating from Jefferson Forest High School, he served in the United States Army's 82nd Airborne Division for four years. He graduated from the University of Virginia with distinction in 1992. After a short time working in his father's business, he attended the University of Virginia School of Law and received his law degree in 1998. Mark passed the Virginia Bar later that year.. He practiced law as a Prosecutor for the City of Lynchburg for four years. While there, he spearheaded Project Exile in the Lynchburg area. After leaving the Prosecutor's office in 2002, he went into private practice with the law firm of Fralin, Feinman, Coates and Kinnier, P.C. specializing in criminal defense and family law. In 2006, Mark Arthur established the firm of Mark B. Arthur, PC, located in downtown Lynchburg where he now practices.. He is on the board of the Lynchburg Bar Association, a member of the Virginia Bar Association, the Virginia Trial Lawyers Association and the American Bar Association.. Mark and his wife, Hume Hoskins Arthur, are the parents of three children and make their home in Lynchburg.

I have been practicing law in Virginia since 2012.  I have tried cases ranging from reckless driving to felony murder.  My advanced training includes crimes involving sexual assault, drug and narcotic distributions, firearm offenses, serious traffic offenses, property crimes, white collar crimes (larceny, embezzlement, et cetera).  I have handled nearly all species of criminal cases under Virignia law.. In addition to criminal law, I represent clients in petitions to restore their right to bear arms after losing their rights due to a felony conviction.. I am a litigation attorney who fights for the best outcome for my clients.

I am a former engineer and one of a very few attorneys who have succesfully completed the Law Reader program of the Virginia Board of Bar Examiners.  I am in practice with my wife Margaret in Lynchburg and I devote more than 80% of my practice to criminal defense.  I love to try cases and I have tried hundreds of cases ranging from simple traffic cases in traffic court to a seven-day first-degree murder jury trial in circuit court.. If you are looking for an aggressive defense attorney who will fight to make sure your rights are protected, please call my office to schedule a consultation.  I fight for my clients.

Experienced attorney that’s developed a practice that’s involved a wealth of court appearances and numerous jury trials. Developed a proven ability to adapt and respond on my feet during litigation. I’ve had the opportunity to practice in the General District, Circuit and Juvenile and Domestic Relations courts of Virginia. Having confidence in building new relationships in the greater Lynchburg community and the creative individualism to make successful and meaningful legal arguments and navigate the mire of civil and criminal procedure, has led to a valuable and significant contribution to the safety of the Commonwealth of Virginia and to the advantage of those I've represented over the years.

Chatocwa McWhorter graduated Magna Cum Laude from Marymount College of Fordham University with a Bachelor of Arts Degree. While at Fordham, she received the Psychology Department Medal for attaining the highest grade point average in the department and another medal for having one of the top grade point averages in the Legal and Policy Studies Department. Chatocwa is a member of four academic honor societies including Alpha Sigma Nu and Delta Epsilon Sigma. Chatocwa went on to receive her juris doctorate from Liberty University School of Law. After graduation, Chatocwa gained considerable knowledge as an Assistant Public Defender for the Newport News Public Defender’s Office and as an Associate Attorney for Patel and Dalrymple, PLLC. Chatocwa has handled thousands of legal matters and will put her experience to work for you.

Carlos A. Hutcherson is the one to call when you need someone to fight for your interests.

After 17 years of prosecution, on July 1, 2017 I opened my own law practice - Chuck Felmlee Law, P.C.  We focus exclusively on criminal defense.  There is no one better to have on your side in the courtroom than a 17-year former prosecutor that knows how to build a case and how to defend a case.

Experienced Criminal Defense attorney serving clients in Lynchburg and surrounding areas.

Experienced Criminal Defense attorney serving clients in Lynchburg and surrounding areas.

Experienced Criminal Defense attorney serving clients in Lynchburg and surrounding areas.

Experienced Criminal Defense attorney serving clients in Lynchburg and surrounding areas.

Experienced Criminal Defense attorney serving clients in Lynchburg and surrounding areas.

Experienced Criminal Defense attorney serving clients in Lynchburg and surrounding areas.

Experienced Criminal Defense attorney serving clients in Lynchburg and surrounding areas.

Experienced Criminal Defense attorney serving clients in Lynchburg and surrounding areas.

Experienced Criminal Defense attorney serving clients in Lynchburg and surrounding areas.

Experienced Criminal Defense attorney serving clients in Lynchburg and surrounding areas.

Experienced Criminal Defense attorney serving clients in Lynchburg and surrounding areas.