Top Criminal Defense Lawyers Near Me in Richmond Area

Tony concentrates his legal practice to criminal law, including traffic violations. Tony is a resident of Richmond, Virginia. He graduated from Hampden Sydney with a B.A. in political science. Tony was also a member of Pi Kappa Alpha and selected to be a part of the Wilson Center for Leadership in the Public Interest. Tony earned the James Madison Public Service Certificate by completing coursework and interning at the office of Congressman Randy Forbes. He earned his juris doctor from the Charleston School of Law in 2011.. While in Charleston Tony served as Secretary of the Student Bar Association. He also served as an Ambassador for the school and completed over 500 hours of community service. He has been admitted to practice before all courts in the Commonwealth of Virginia.. Tony started his legal career as an Assistant Commonwealth’s Attorney in Halifax, Virginia. After a year prosecuting in Halifax, he moved to the Richmond area and worked again as an Assistant Commonwealth’s Attorney in Hanover. While serving as an Assistant Commonwealth’s attorney, Tony worked on all types of criminal traffic matters, including DUI and reckless driving. He worked in Juvenile and Domestic Relations, General District, and Circuit Court handling everything from basic misdemeanors to complex felonies.. Tony is now applying the considerable experience and expertise that he gained as a prosecutor to aggressively defend his criminal clients in the courts of this state.

Todd Stone is a trial lawyer in Richmond, VA.  He grew up in Harrisonburg, VA where he prosecuted criminal cases after law school. He moved to Richmond, VA to lead both the violent crimes unit and the drug prosecution team in two of the largest urban prosecutor's offices in Virginia.  In Henrico County, he was appointed as Special Counsel to the Multi-Jurisdiction Grand Jury for the City of Richmond & the Counties of Henrico, Hanover & Chesterfield.  In 1999, as a Special Assistant United States Attorney, he assisted in the prosecution of a “takeover” capital murder & bank robbery case.  This effort required about a year of preparation and after a lengthy successful trial he was presented with the Director’s Award from United States' Attorney General, The Hon. Janet Reno, in Washington, DC.  Stone's immediate supervisors were the Hon. James B. Comey, current Director of the FBI (Federal Bureau of Investigation) and the Hon. Ken Melson, former acting Director of the ATF (Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco and Firearms).. Although he prosecuted numerous notable trials including murders, the Fan area serial rapist and multi-defendant gang violence & drug conspiracies, perhaps the most memorable was one he chose not to prosecute.  As a young prosecutor Stone was handed a high profile supermarket shooting case to prosecute.  He tenaciously prepared by visiting the scene, speaking with witnesses and reviewed numerous reports.  The cross-racial identification was shaky and when he uncovered evidence that strongly suggested the innocence of the young man, he dropped the case shortly before trial.  "A defense attorney's duties are to the client, but a prosecutor's duty is to the justice system as a whole.  That case was memorable and I've never had any regrets.". Stone handles a select number of cases in order to dedicate the time & attention that a case deserves.  His office is in the historic Columbian Block building above the cobblestone streets of Shockoe Slip in downtown Richmond, VA.  Stone has received the peer-voted “Superlawyer” for multiple years, the “Nation’s Top One Percent,” the “Top 100 Trial Lawyers,” the “Top Ten Attorneys,” the “Ten Best,” & as noted above, the Director's Award from U.S. Attorney General Janet Reno.. Todd Stone is regularly called as a legal analyst on multiple news outlets across Virginia & the U.S.  In the past, the list includes “NPR” National Public Radio, CNN, The Washington Post, Los Angeles Times, CBS This Morning & others. Most often he proudly serves central Virginia's two most historic & relied upon news sources, WTVR CBS6 television news & WRVA news radio 1140 AM.  WTVR was the first television station established south of Washington, DC.  WRVA, established in 1925, was one of the first radio stations in the U.S.. Outside of the law field, Stone advocates to help find a treatment or cure for a medical condition that affects his children.  He serves on the Board of Directors for the Myotonic Dystrophy Foundation (MDF).  The MDF is the only major "disease-specific" foundation in the U.S. that focuses on Myotonic Muscular Dystrophy (MMD).  The foundation has grown exponentially in recent years and is advancing important medical research.  There is genuine promise of a treatment within our own lifetime.  Because it's caused by an extra stutter in the DNA  scientists have focused on silencing that portion of the gene with some marked success.  Since there's nothing missing in the DNA, silencing the toxic RNA leaves a normally functioning system thus an effective treatment could actually reverse the disease symptoms (as opposed to just halting it's progression). This has been shown in recent years with treatments tested in animal models.

Tim Davidson has a wide range of expereince in the criminal justice system. He began his career working in the Magistrate's Office for the City of Richmond where he gained insight into the initial phases of the criminal justice process. Most recently he served as a prosecutor in the City of Colonial Heights where he worked alongside judges, attorneys, and law enforcement officers to ensure that justice was achieved for victims of crimes. While prosecuting, he gained the insight and trial experience needed to fight for your case should it go to trial. When you are facing charges from the government you need someone who has been on that side, and understands the process to fight for your rights.. In addition to criminal law, Mr. Davidson has also added knowledge of Virginia Uncontested Divorce Law to the practice. He assisted people in the Richmond area in obtaining a divorce and moving on to the next step in their life. Tim Davidson is an attorney who understands the difficulty of going through a divorce and will go the extra mile to help give you a smooth transition.

The help you need. The experience you want. Clayton Worthington has been named a Legal Elite attorney and a Top Lawyer Under 40 by Virginia Business Magazine (2018 - 2024). His practice focuses on family law and associated legal matters. He regularly litigates issues of divorce, complex distribution of property and debt, custody, visitation, child support and spousal support, in addition to prosecution and defense of enforcement actions and criminal defense. Mr. Worthington also specializes in assisting clients in resolving those matters via mediation, avoiding the cost and uncertainty associated with litigation. Mr. Worthington’s priorities in every representation are that his clients feel comfortable, confident and informed. His clients regularly report a high degree of satisfaction in both litigated and negotiated outcomes, as Mr. Worthington, his assistant and paralegal are always highly accessible and meticulously prepared. Whether you are facing a high-income spousal support case, complicated property distribution, business valuation, child relocation or non-parent visitation proceeding, contact Mr. Worthington for a confidential consultation and see for yourself why so many of his clients feel the freedom to focus on their families and careers. They’ve got the help they need and the experience they want.

TED BRUNS has been engaged in the practice of law since 1995 and joined the firm as a partner in 2001. Mr. Bruns served as an Assistant Commonwealth’s Attorney in Henrico prior to entering private practice where he maintains a general practice with an emphasis on criminal and civil litigation. Mr. Bruns regularly represents clients throughout central Virginia in both state and federal courts and has spoken on issues related to the practice of criminal law at the University of Richmond Law School. Mr. Bruns’ criminal defense practice includes the defense of all variety of traffic and criminal offenses, from minor moving violations to capital offenses in both the state and federal systems. Mr. Bruns was recognized by Super Lawyers and Richmond Magazines in 2008 and 2009 as one of Virginia’s “rising stars” in the defense of criminal cases.

Taylor is  a native of Richmond and a graduate of Thomas Dale High School, Hampden-Sydney College and the University of Richmond Law School. While in law school, he served as Student Bar President and won the Carrico Moot Court Competition.. After his graduation from law school, Taylor became an associate at Bremner & Janus. He gained experience as a criminal defense and family law attorney by working directly with his senior partner, Murray J. Janus. This experience enables him to effectively represent clients in state and federal court.. He represents clients in criminal, traffic and family law cases in courts throughout the Commonwealth of Virginia and the United States District Courts. He has handled appeals in the United States Supreme Court, Fourth Circuit Court of Appeals, Supreme Court of Virginia and Court of Appeals of Virginia.. Taylor is admitted to practice in the United States Supreme Court, Supreme Court of Virginia, Fourth Circuit Court of Appeals and the United States District Court for the Eastern and Western Districts of Virginia.

Started practicing in 1991 doing criminal trial work and then in 2005 devoted his entire career representing injured persons. As a litigator, he has tried many cases and won multi-million dollar verdicts in car accidents, slip and fall, wrongful death and medical malpractice. When insurance companies don't want to pay reasonable settlements, Keith Marcus is not afraid to go to trial. He is a litigator. He represents persons all over the state of Virginia.

Scott aggressively focuses on criminal defense and family law, personal injury (auto accidents), and other areas such as business and general law, with experience handling thousands of criminal and civil-litigation cases. He handles cases all over the Tri-City area, including the City of Richmond, and Chesterfield, Henrico, Hanover, and Goochland Counties.. Scott began his career serving as a prosecutor in the Commonwealth's Attorney's Office for the City of Chesapeake. His passion for helping people and families then led him to open his own law practice, where he spent time building relationships with the state prosecutors, judges, and clerks. Through these relationships, his trial experience, and his forthright integrity, Scott has established himself as one of the most respected attorneys in the Richmond area.. Criminal, traffic, and family law matters are difficult and stressful for both the person charged and their family. Scott represents a wide variety of clients, including those in automobile accidents, as well as those charged with traffic violations-including DUI-general misdemeanors, and felonies.. Scott also represents children as a guardian ad litem, in addition to representing clients who find themselves in the midst of a custody or visitation dispute, a divorce or separation, or a case where the state is attempting to take their children. Scott's knowledge and skills in a wide variety of complex legal matters serves to alleviate the anxiety associated with these proceedings-allowing him to successfully litigate family law matters with the desired result for the vast majority of his clients.. Scott is especially proud of his record in personal injury matters, such as automobile accidents and slip-and-fall cases, where he has successfully negotiated and litigated cases against major insurance and other companies. He understands the pain, trauma, and mental fatigue of personal injury issues and works closely with his clients to ensure they are well-prepared and ready to fight for their right to be made whole again.. When you need help from an aggressive and experienced trial attorney, Scott will treat you with the respect and dignity you deserve, listen to your concerns, tell you the truth, and always work in your best interest.. Scott is a former teacher with a Masters in Education, and a graduate of the Regent University School of Law. He has three children and is active in several faith-based activities in the community. Scott is also a member of the Virginia Bar and is admitted to practice in the federal courts of both the Eastern and Western Districts of Virginia. Scott is one of the founding partners of Bowen, Ten, Cardani.

Richmond criminal defense lawyer Paul C. Galanides has been a public defender, prosecutor for the Attorney General, Court of Appeals prosecutor, Henrico County Prosecutor, and has worked with Joe Morrissey of Joe Morrissey and Associates and David Carlson of Carlson & Collier. In his more than two decades of professional experience, he has handled nearly every misdemeanor and felony offense, big and small. He uses this knowledge to his clients’ advantage, applying his passion for the law and care for every client to each case he takes on. Attorney Galanides truly cares about his clients and will dedicate whatever time is necessary to ensure they receive the best possible defense. Contact the firm today to schedule a complimentary case consultation.

Practice Areas:. Admitted:. Education:. Biography:. W. Edward Riley, IV is a trial lawyer. He is admitted to practice law in all state and federal courts in Virginia, and has argued before the Supreme Court of Virginia and the United States Fourth Circuit Court of Appeals. Mr. Riley has dedicated his entire career to successfully practicing criminal and traffic defense.. Mr. Riley has tried over 150 jury trials in federal and state courts across the Commonwealth, holds the highest national legal rating with Martindale Hubbell, and has been recognized by his peers as one of the Legal Elite as published by Virginia Business Magazine, and has been selected for inclusion in 2009 Virginia Super Lawyers.  He has appeared on WTVR CBS News Channel 6 and in the Richmond Times- Dispatch, as well as other media outlets, as a criminal law commentator for high profile criminal cases, and has lectured on criminal law, DUI law, and traffic law to other lawyers and judges over the last decade.. Mr. Riley's involvement within the legal community is extensive. Currently, he serves on the Virginia Trial Lawyer Association's (VTLA) Board of Governors, is Co-Chairman of its publication committee, and is a Member of both their CLE and Amicus committees. Mr. Riley is Chairman of the Virginia Fair Trial Project, a Member of the Virginia State Bar's specially created Indigent Defense Task Force, and a Member of the Supreme Court of Virginia Chief Justice Leroy Hassell's Indigent Defense Training Initiative. He also serves on the Steering Committee for the Virginia Criminal Justice Commission and is the legislative liaison between the Virginia Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers (VACDL) and the National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers. Formerly, Mr. Riley served on the VACDL's Board of Directors, was the past Chairman of VTLA's Criminal Law Section, and served on its Legislative Committee, Litigation Support Committee, Death Penalty Committee, and Young Lawyers Leadership Committee.. Member:. Honors:. Continuing Legal Education:. Virginia Indigent Defense Commission, November 2008. VTLA: Annual Criminal Law Seminar, September 2006. VACDL Spring Meeting and Seminar May 2004

Practice Areas:. Admitted:. Education:. Biography:. Mitchell M. Wells concentrates his law practice in the areas of criminal law, DUI and traffic violations, and has defended thousands of cases.. Prior to entering private practice, Mr. Wells served as an Assistant Attorney General in the Health Care Fraud section of the Office of the Attorney General for the Commonwealth of Virginia. Mr. Wells was responsible for supervising various fraud investigations and litigating Virginia false claim actions in federal court pursuant to the Federal False Claims Act and the Virginia Fraud Against Taxpayers Act.. Before becoming an attorney, Mr. Wells served as a Virginia State Trooper for eight years. Mr. Wells investigated thousands of criminal, drug, DUI, traffic and accident cases; was rated "exceptional" by the Virginia State Police; and, he received 23 commendations for his exemplary service to the Commonwealth of Virginia. He was also filmed by the television show "Real Stories of the Highway Patrol." Mr. Wells was certified by the Virginia Department of Forensic Science as a Breath Test Operator, and by the Virginia Department of Criminal Justice Services as a Crime Prevention Specialist, General Instructor, R.A.D.A.R. operator, V.A.S.C.A.R. operator, and to administer the NHTSA standardized field sobriety tests.. While attending law school, Mr. Wells was a summer law clerk to the Honorable Robert E. Payne, Judge, U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Virginia, and prosecuted criminal, DUI and traffic cases as an intern for the Office of the Commonwealth's Attorney for Henrico County, Virginia.. Mr. Wells represents clients throughout the Richmond-Petersburg Central Virginia area which includes the following jurisditions: Caroline County, Town of Bowling Green, Hanover County, Henrico County, New Kent County, City of Richmond, Chesterfield County, City of Colonial Heights, City of Petersburg, City of Hopewell, Prince George County, City of Emporia, Greensville County, Sussex County, Town of Waverly, Dinwiddie County, Brunswick County, Town of Lawrenceville.. Member:. Published:. Continuing Legal Education:

Paul Kunberger is a licensed attorney living and working in the City of Richmond. Paul received his BA in Political Science from Virginia Commonwealth University in 1976 and his J.D. in Law from the University of Baltimore in 1980. He was admitted to the Maryland Court of Appeals in 1981, the DC Court of Appeals in 1982, and the Virginia Supreme Court in 1994. Paul has also been admitted into US Bankruptcy Court in the Eastern and Western districts of Virginia, the district of Maryland, and the U.S. District Court of Maryland and Washington D.C.

Outside of the practice of law, I enjoy hiking, kayaking, camping, and spending time with my wife and children.

Mr. Cosby has been practicing in criminal law for over thirty-five years. He graduated from the T.C. Williams School of Law in 1977, and became a law clerk for the Virginia Supreme Court. After completing his tenure as a law clerk, he became an Assistant Commonwealth's Attorney for the City of Richmond and prosecuted criminal cases for four years.. He completed the career prosecutor's course at the University of Houston, in Houston, Texas. He received a letter of recommendation from Richmond's chief of police for a particularly difficult prosecution that he handled successfully. Mr. Cosby resigned as a prosecutor in 1982 to begin his practice of law in criminal defense.. Since entering private practice, Charles C. Cosby, Jr. has defended many publicized trials involving murder, embezzlement, sex offenses, drug distribution, and other serious types of cases. He also has been selected for inclusion on the Super Lawyers website.

Marc is an active member of the Virginia Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers, the Virginia Bar Association, the Henrico County Bar Assocation, and the Chesterfield County Bar Association.  Marc has successfully represented clients faced with serious criminal charges, including DUI, drug possession, larceny and assault and battery.  He has also successfully represented clients in complex family law matters, including divorce, support, and child custody and visitation cases.

Located in the same convenient downtown Richmond, Virginia law office for over twenty years, criminal defense attorney Wayne R. Morgan, Jr. has successfully represented defendants at trial and in appellate argument.. Wayne R. Morgan, Jr. has represented and served as defense counsel to thousands of individuals charged with crimes and traffic infractions throughout the Commonwealth, in both Virginia State Court and United States Federal Court.. Highly regarded as an outstanding trial lawyer, Wayne R. Morgan, Jr. has excelled at representing clients’ rights in such case genres as Speeding, Reckless Driving and DUI. Petit and Grand Larceny. Forgery, Uttering, Worthless Checks. Assault, Unlawful and Aggravated Malicious Wounding. Federal White Collar Fraud, Bank Conspiracy and Identity Theft. Federal and State Drug and Narcotic Possession, Conspiracy and Distribution. Federal and State Firearm Violations. Breaking and Entering. Forcible Sodomy, Child Pornography, Rape, and other Sex Crimes. Robbery, Manslaughter and Murder.. Admitted To Practice Before:. United States Supreme Court. United States Fourth Circuit Court of Appeals, Jurisdiction being Virginia, Maryland, North Carolina, South Carolina, West Virginia. United States District Court for the Eastern District Of Virginia. United States District Court for the Western District Of Virginia. United States Bankruptcy Court. Virginia Supreme Court. All Virginia State Appellate, Circuit, District, and Juvenile and Domestic Relations Courts. Qualifications. Certified by the Virginia Defense Commission for representation as lead counsel and appellate counsel for those individuals charged with Capital Murder, all Felonies, and Misdemeanors in the State of Virginia.. Qualified Active Member of the Federal Criminal Justice Act (CJA) Panel.. Qualified and Registered for the Electronic Case Filing (ECF) requirements of the United States Federal District Court for the Eastern District of Virginia.. Virginia State BarActive Member in Good Standing. Criminal Law Section of the Virginia State Bar. Richmond Criminal Bar Association. Longtime Volunteer Judge for the University of Richmond School of LawMoot Court and Client Negotiation Competitions

Licensed in Virginia and New York, Mufeed W. Said is a savvy and aggressive trial attorney equipped with years of trial experience on both sides of the courtroom.. As a public defender in Petersburg, Virginia Mr. Said racked up numerous victories for his clients. His trial tactics were covered by the media and his courtroom engineering resulted in victory in the court of appeals of Virginia.. Relentless in his post as a Senior Assistant Commonwealth’s Attorney in Richmond, Virginia, Said was cited in the Richmond Times Dispatch over twenty times relating to his work on some of the most serious cases in the City of Richmond.

Kevin Schork is agressive, direct, straight forward, and most of all reachable when you need him. He truly cares about seeing to it that the rights of his clients are held up. Check out our website for more information:

Justin Criner received his undergraduate degree in Political Science at Virginia Commonwealth University where he met his wife and fell in love with Richmond and the surrounding areas. Mr. Criner received his juris doctor from the Appalachian School of Law in 2013 where he was a senior editor of the law journal and the president of the local Lions’ Club. He remains active in the community and can regularly be found at Lions’ Club or VCU athletic events. Before joining Hairfield Morton, PLC, Mr. Criner worked as a prosecutor and criminal defense attorney in Charleston, WV and opened his own practice in the Stafford, VA area. His areas of practice include criminal and family law as well as an active civil litigation practice in numerous areas, Mr. Criner prides himself on being able to bring countless hours of courtroom experience to each case while still taking the time to provide personal attention to individual clients and explore new ideas. He resides in Chesterfield County with his wife and daughter.

Joyner Law, PC started with the singular purpose of allowing greater access to legal representation. Lawyers are expensive, but they don't need to be. Joyner Law's primary focus is our clients, not our bottom line. We believe that everyone should have access to excellent, affordable representation.. With that in mind, we started out to achieve that goal. From streamlined operations to leaner, more competent staff, we take our cost advantage very seriously. This allows us to serve each and every client with the level of representation they deserve at a reasonable rate.. Our flat rate billing model means you don't have to worry about billing every time you want an update on your case or to contact us. Once you make the decision to hire us to represent you, your focus should be on your case and your defense, not on financial considerations.

John March is a native to New Jersey and moved to Virginia in 1989. After graduating with a Bachelor of Science, he went on to attend Old Dominion University and graduated with a Masters degree in Biology before attending law school at the University of Richmond. Upon graduation from law school, Attorney March began his career in criminal justice with the Richmond office of Public Defender before moving on to a solo practice.

Jacqueline M. Reiner is an experienced trial attorney and fierce advocate on behalf of her clients. In addition to defending all levels of felonies, misdemeanors and traffic offenses in the federal and state courts across the Commonwealth of Virginia, a significant portion of Ms. Reiner’s practice concentrates on counseling clients in matters relating to family law and litigating divorce, support and custody cases.. Ms. Reiner’s practice also focuses on complex civil and commercial litigation; including Virginia Consumer Protection Act, construction/design professional, personal injury, employment and contract disputes.  Ms. Reiner defends individuals convicted of violent sex offenses and for whom the Commonwealth seeks to involuntarily civilly commit through the Sexually Violent Predator Act set forth in the Virginia Code.  She has participated in thousands of jury and bench trials, motions hearings, mediations, and arbitrations to verdict.. Ms. Reiner is a graduate of Hobart and William Smith Colleges, where she earned honors in Political Science, and the University of Richmond School of Law, where she received the Virginia Trial Lawyer’s Association’s Award for Excellence in Advocacy. Immediately following law school Ms. Reiner served as an Assistant Commonwealth’s Attorney for the City of Richmond. In that capacity she prosecuted cases including murders, complex narcotics matters; rapes, robberies, and other violent crimes; as well as all other criminal offenses from DUIs to capital murders.. Ms. Reiner is admitted to practice before all state courts in Virginia and New York and the Federal Courts in the Eastern and Western Districts of Virginia and the Court of Federal Claims, as well as the United States Court of Appeals for the Fourth Circuit. From 2007 through 2012 she was honored yearly as one of Virginia’s Legal Elite and a Rising Star in the legal community by Richmond Magazine.

It's an honor and a privilege to be a member of the Virginia State Bar, and I awake thankful everyday that I'm a lawyer with the opportunity to help people in need.  Whether you've received a speeding ticket, you've been charged with a serious felony, you've been injured in an automobile accident, or you have an issue with your family, I believe I can help you.  I have a diverse practice with an emphasis on criminal, personal injury, and domestic relations law.  If the case could end up in front of a judge or jury, chances are that the case falls within my expertise.. I grew up in South Boston, Virginia, and after graduating from VMI I worked for three years in the healthcare construction industry.  I eventually decided I wanted to be a lawyer, and after law school I became a prosecutor in Southampton and Mecklenburg County.  During my time as a prosecutor, I tried numerous felony and misdemeanor criminal cases in front of judges and juries.  I then entered private practice, where I've continued to broaden my practice.  I represent large companies, single mothers, college students, business people, construction workers, and everyone in between.  There is no case too big or small, and I pride myself on having honest communication with all my clients.  I never promise a successful outcome, only that I will do everything in my power to get a favorable result, fight as hard as I can, and handle your case with the utmost integrity.. I spend most of my free time with my wife, Elizabeth, at our home here in Richmond.  I enjoy spending time with friends and family when I'm not at the office.  I'm an avid college football fan and spend Fall Saturdays pulling hard for Elizabeth's alma mater, The University of Alabama Crimson Tide.  In the Winter I enjoy watching college basketball and try not to miss many UVA games.  When the weather warms up, I enjoy spending as much time as possible outside, and I especially enjoying grilling different types of meat and fish.  We're proud members of First Presbyterian Church and try to stay as active as we can with church functions.. I hope this introduction tell you a littel about more than just my law practice.  If you have questions about a legal matter, please do not hesitate to contact me.  I'm here to help and look forward to speaking with you soon.. Ben

I'm an aggressive criminal defense and domestic relations attorney.. I have handled every type of criminal and traffic case from Speeding, DUI, and Driving Suspended to Murder and Rape.  I understand how important your rights are and will do everything legal and ethical to defend and protect your rights.  I also know how important a license is to those in rural communities.  Without a license, people in rural communities have no chance of paying for their basic necessities.. I also handle all types of domestic cases including uncontested divorces, contested divorces, child support, child custody, spousal support and adoptions.  Your children are your most prized possession.  Don't let someone dictate terms to you on when, where and how you spend time with your childre.  I'll work to make sure you will be a part of your child's life.  I'll also work to make sure you get your fair share of a divorce settlement or a child support or spousal support case. I work in many counties including Powhatan, Goochland, Richmond, Henrico, Hanover, Colonial Heights, Amelia, Hopewell, Cumberland, Chesterfield, Petersburg, Dinwiddie, Nottoway, Prince Edward, Buckingham, Appomatox, Charlotte, Halifac, Mecklenburg and Lunnenburg.

I practice criminal and traffic law in the Richmond area.  I also am a real estate developer in the City of Richmond.  I practice law in the following cities and counties:  City of Richmond, Chesterfield County, Henrico County, Hanover County, Caroline County, City of Petersburg, Dinwiddie County, Greensville County, Prince George County, Goochland County, Mecklenburg County, Brunswick County, Sussex County, New Kent County, Louisa County, City of Charlottesville, Albemarle County, Spottsylvania County, King George County, King William County, Essex County, City of Neport News, and several more.  I generally practice within 2 hours of Richmond but I have practiced in most of the Courthouses in Virginia.. Much of my practice is devoted to representing people charged with Reckless Driving, Driving Under the Influence, Possession of Marijuana, and many other state misdemeanor and felony charges.  I try to avoid practicing in Federal Court.  I have been in court almost every day for 28 years.  I prosecuted many murders, robberies and rapes during my time in the Commonwealth Attorney's Office.. At the present, I spend about half of my time practicing law and the other half of my time focused on my real estate projects.  The rest of my time is spent with my family.  I coach baseball, basketball and soccer.  At times, I have coached 6 to 7 different sports teams each year.. Claude Whitehead III, Esq.