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With over a decade of distinguished experience, including ten years at Hook Law Center, P.C., she has established herself as a preeminent voice in elder law and special needs planning. Her practice encompasses the full spectrum of issues associated with aging and disability, ranging from basic estate planning to sophisticated long-term care asset protection strategies. Whether assisting with guardianships and conservatorships for incapacitated adults, managing complex estate administration, or developing comprehensive estate plans, Shannon provides tailored solutions for each client's unique situation.. One of less than a thousand attorneys nationwide to hold the prestigious Certified Elder Law Attorney (CELA) designation from The National Elder Law Foundation, she represents the highest standard of excellence in her field. This is particularly valuable in her practice, where she helps families navigate the complex legal and emotional challenges associated with navigating a loved one’s care needs.. A recognized authority in her field, Shannon frequently shares her knowledge as a lecturer, both locally and nationally. She has delivered multiple presentations at Stetson University School of Law's prestigious Special Needs Trust Conference and is a Professor for their Tax Certificate program. Her speaking engagements reflect her commitment to advancing the field of elder law while helping fellow practitioners better serve their clients.. Her passion for special needs planning has made her an invaluable resource for personal injury attorneys navigating the complexities of public benefits and asset protection. Having developed hundreds of settlement trusts, including provisions for public benefits protections and Medicare set-asides, Shannon brings both expertise and empathy to the cases she handles.. Shannon develops a comprehensive approach to elder law and excels at helping clients assess their legal needs. This includes helping clients develop an estate plan, assessing their care needs, evaluate resources for long-term care, and develop strategic plans to protect their assets while ensuring access to necessary care services. Additionally, her estate administration practice guides families through the probate process with sensitivity and efficiency, ensuring their loved ones' wishes are properly carried out.. Growing up as a military child, Shannon learned early the values of adaptability, resilience, and service to others – qualities that continue to influence her approach to law and community service today. Beyond the office, Shannon remains engaged in community service, continuing her lifelong commitment to making a difference in the lives of others. When she's not serving clients or volunteering, she cherishes time with her family and embraces every opportunity to explore new destinations through her love of travel. True to her Pennsylvania roots, she brings the same passion for the Pittsburgh Steelers as she does to serving her clients.. Her unique combination of personal dedication, legal acumen, and certification allows Shannon to provide comprehensive solutions that address the complex intersections of elder law and special needs planning. Her commitment to maintaining the highest professional standards while delivering compassionate, practical guidance makes her an invaluable advocate for clients navigating life's most challenging transitions.

Stephen Taylor earned his Juris Doctor, magna cum laude, from the University of Richmond School of Law, where he served as Allen Chair Editor of the University of Richmond Law Review. He was a member of the John Marshall Inn of Court and was inducted into the Omicron Delta Kappa leadership honor society. Stephen’s primary practice areas include Elder Law, Estate Planning, Business Planning, Estate and Trust Administration, and litigation in support of these practice areas. Stephen is licensed to practice in Virginia and North Carolina.

Providing quality legal service in the Hampton Roads area since 2002.  Our clients are important to us.  Call for a free consulation today !!

I was raised in Arkansas and grew up on the Mississippi River, spending a lot of time fishing, riding ATVs, and camping – just living the Huckleberry Life! Even at an early age, I had three passions: Law, reading, and running.. Luckily for me, I was an exceptional runner and was recruited to run for a private prep school, where I excelled. During my senior year, I was undefeated in the mile, two-mile, and in cross-country!. Accordingly, I was offered a track scholarship to run for the University of Central Arkansas, where I ran the 800-meter, the mile, two-mile, the 5,000, 10,000 and cross-country. Additionally, I was a member of the social fraternity of Phi Sigma Kappa and the Pre-Law Program.. I graduated from the UCA with a B.A. in History and Political Science in May of 1993 and then joined the United States Navy because I wanted to serve my country and see the world since I grew up in a small, isolated town.. I served 10 years in the United States Navy onboard the USS Hayes, Healthcare Support Office, and Joint Forces Command serving as a Yeoman and a search and rescue swimmer. During my time in the Navy, I attended Navy Legal School and Search and Rescue Swimmer School and was awarded numerous Letters of Appreciation and Letters of Commendation including – Joint Forces Command Medal and was also the Navy Athlete of the Year – Honorable Mention in the year 2000. As Legal Yeoman, I helped hundreds of sailors with their legal issues.. While in the Navy, I attended Graduate School at Old Dominion University for International Studies with an emphasis of Military Policy and Strategy. I received Honorable Discharge from the Navy and then attended Regent University School of Law to fulfill my dream of becoming a lawyer.. I graduated from Regent Law and passed the Virginia Bar Exam in 2008 and have been practicing Family Law in the local area ever since. I currently live in Chesapeake with my wife, Dr. Lynne Schleed, and our three dogs, Trinity, The Great Gatsby, and Bond, James Bond.. I spend my free time reading, going out on the boat, and running. I usually do 60 races a year and can be seen at most local races in the area as the “Running Elvis.” In fact, I usually do about 15 races a year as Elvis and push for Team Hoyt when needed.

I grew up in Virginia Beach and graduated from Kempsville High School.  I attended Old Dominion University where I graduated with a Bachelor’s Degree in Criminal Justice.   From there I decided to stay at Old Dominion University and work on my Master's Degree in Urban Studies & Planning because I was interested in how government could make people's lives better through adaptive reuse and redevelopment.. Upon obtaining my Master's Degree in Urban Studies & Planning I went to work for the City of Williamsburg as a Zoning Officer and helped the city manage a huge growth in real estate development in the late 1990's.. I graduated from the University of Richmond, T.C. Williams School of Law in 2003.  I then had the good fortune of obtaining a year-long Clerkship with the Judges in the Circuit Court of the City of Portsmouth.   It was a great honor to work for such a great court and hard-working staff.. While working at the court I met many attorney's and members of the community and upon completion of my clerkship I entered private practice.. The primary focus of my practice has been on real estate and real estate finance issues connected to the financial collapse of mortgage banking industry.   I began representing real estate investors and developers as the economy grew in the mid-2000’s.   When the real estate bubble burst I helped those same individuals stabilize their real estate portfolios.   Since mid-2009 my firm has been at the vanguard of developing the law in Virginia on Loan Modifications and Foreclosure Defense.   I also handle a wide variety of civil matters including insurance matters, personal injury, wills and estates, business law and entity creation.. I believe in a fair and realistic outcome to most legal problems.   You will always get the truth from me- I will not tell you want to hear to take your money.. I have two beautiful children, Truman and Pippa.

Have you been accused of committing a crime and are wondering where you can turn to receive the help and support you need at this time in your life? Criminal charges are extremely serious and can result in all kinds of consequences that you never anticipated. It is at this pivotal time that you need to take the proactive approach and seek out the help you need as soon as possible. Attorney Brian Damas Thoman obtained his law degree from the Regent University School of Law. He has been authorized to serve in The United States District Bankruptcy Court, the Eastern District of Virginia, and the courts throughout the Commonwealth in Virginia. In addition, he is a member of the American Bar Association, the Newport News Bar Association and the Virginia Bar Association. Attorney Thoman gained invaluable experience working for the Newport News Office of the Commonwealth Attorney. He has a thorough understanding of the criminal process and is committed to fighting for you and the resolution that is in your best interests. He understands the weightiness of criminal charges. More importantly, however, he knows how to fight for you and the outcome you desire. Criminal charges of any kind are extremely serious and can bring about all kinds of penalties and consequences that you never intended to bear. Although they are extremely serious, you can face your circumstances with confidence when you have the right attorney on your side! Attorney Thoman is competent, dedicated, and ready to fight for you and the outcome you desire. With so much on the line for your future, why are you still waiting? Attorney Thoman has assisted numerous other individuals who are in situations much like yours, so pursue the help you need today! Pick up the phone now and contact the law firm to receive the help you need.

Experienced in State and Federal Courts in Virginia. I have spent my legal career fighting to protect fellow citizens’ rights in state and federal courts in Virginia, and I have represented clients from the Hampton Roads area of Virginia as well as clients from throughout the United States in the state and federal courts in Virginia.  I have practiced criminal and traffic law as well as domestic relations law (family law) since 1999.  I also represent clients in expungement matters (petitioning a circuit court to expunge criminal charges that were nolle prosequi (or formally dropped), the client was acquitted, or the charge was otherwise dismissed).  Throughout my entire legal career my law offices have been in Virginia Beach or Norfolk, Virginia.  I have practiced in all of the courts in the Virginia Beach/Norfolk area, as well as many courts outside of the area.  While I occasionally represent clients outside of the Hampton Roads area of Virginia, my primary geographical areas of representation are Virginia Beach, Chesapeake, Norfolk, Portsmouth, Suffolk, Hampton, Newport News, and Northampton.  • Unique Background -- Before attending law school (1996 - 1999) I served as a U.S. Army Ranger (3rd Ranger Battalion, 75th Ranger Regiment), a city police officer (Lynchburg, Virginia), and as a Virginia state trooper.   While I have been in private practice since graduating from law school and becoming a licensed attorney subsequent to the Virginia bar exam in 1999, I worked as an intern in the Virginia Beach Office of the Commonwealth’s Attorney and the Chesapeake Office of the Commonwealth’s Attorney during law school.  I prosecuted numerous trials during my internship with the Virginia Beach Office of the Commonwealth’s Attorney (during my third year of law school, while in the presence of a licensed attorney (prosecutor)).   I believe that my combination of legal, law enforcement, and military experience provides me with a unique skill set to assist clients in their criminal/traffic law and domestic relations/family law legal matters.  I have litigated hundreds of cases since being admitted to the Virginia State Bar in 1999, to include high profile cases.• Strong Litigation Skills -- I believe that I am an experienced, skilled litigator (trial attorney) with nearly 15 years of courtroom experience in state and federal courts in Virginia.  I have represented clients in jury trials in federal and state courts in Virginia.  I represented a Somali national accused of piracy under the law of nations and attack to plunder vessel, among other charges in a federal jury trial, which was a case with national media coverage.  I represented a client accused of murder, robbery, conspiracy, and using and carrying a firearm during and in relation to a crime of violence in a federal jury trial.  I have represented foreign nationals in federal court from Belarus, Argentina, Mexico, Senegal, and another Somali national in a high profile piracy matter involving Americans on a yacht named the S/V Quest.  I have represented clients in numerous state jury trials accused of violent felonies as well as non-violent felonies.  While every case is unique and the results depend on a variety of factors, I have had jury verdicts that acquitted my clients of the charged crimes.  Please remember that these case results do not in any way guarantee or predict a similar result in any future case undertaken by me. I have represented hundreds of clients in trials before judges, which are known as bench trials.  I have represented clients on appellate matters and argued before the Court of Appeals of Virginia and the Supreme Court of Virginia, and I have had cases in the United States Circuit Court of Appeals for the Fourth Circuit.• Strong Negotiation Skills -- Most serious legal cases do not go to trial – they are settled or agreed upon, whether by plea agreement in criminal and traffic matters or by contract or an agreed court order in domestic relations (family law) matters.  While negotiations and trial work require different skill sets, I am well-experienced in both.  While I pride myself in being a litigator, or trial attorney, not every case does, or should, go to trial.  Many cases can be resolved without the necessity -- or expense -- of trial.  Part of being a skilled and experienced attorney is knowing when to recommend to a client that a case should be taken to trial.  The decision is ultimately the client’s decision and it is not always an easy decision.    I believe it is important that opposing counsel (the attorney for the other party or the prosecutor in criminal and traffic matters) knows that their counterpart has extensive trial experience.      • Principles -- One of my fundamental principles is that I am honest.  I always tell my clients the truth, whether it is what the client prefers to hear or otherwise.  While the practice of law ultimately is a business, it is primarily a profession, and it requires proper education, experience, legal skill, and the ability to talk to clients in clear, understandable, and candid terms.  It is essential that clients are aware of the potential perils that they may face by taking or not taking some course of action.  Clients will receive an honest assessment of their legal matter from me at the initial consultation, and throughout my representation.  • Reasonable Legal Fees -- I believe that my legal fees are reasonable.  It is my belief that a person seeking legal representation should find the proper fit, which is not always the least expensive fee.  I do not likely have the lowest legal fees in the area, and I likely do not have the highest legal fees in the area.  I believe that my fees are commensurate with my experience and skill set.  • Geographical Areas -- I am located in Virginia Beach, Virginia, which is in the Southeastern area of Virginia.  The area is known as the Hampton Roads area (formerly known as the Tidewater area) of Virginia, which includes Chesapeake, Norfolk, Portsmouth, Suffolk, Hampton, and Newport News.  If you are going through a contentious divorce or are have been charged with driving under the influence (DUI), David M. Good is ready to fight and win your case. • Criminal and Traffic Law -- I represent clients in every type of criminal and traffic law cases, including felonies, misdemeanors, and traffic infractions.  This includes speeding, reckless driving, driving under the influence (DUI), driving with a suspended or revoked driver’s license, domestic violence, assault and battery, drug crimes, possession with intent to distribute drugs, petit larceny, grand larceny, violent crimes, white collar crimes, etc.  If you have been charged with a crime or a traffic infraction, please call me for a consultation. • Expungement Law -- I represent clients in expungement of their criminal charge matters, which are actually civil matters.  If your criminal charge was dismissed or dropped (nolle prosequi) you may be able to have it expunged, though there is no guarantee.  If the Office of the Commonwealth’s Attorney objects to the expungement then a court hearing will be required.  If you were convicted of the crime Virginia law does not presently allow for an expungement unless you receive an absolute pardon from the Governor or Virginia or if you were the victim of identity theft.  To determine if your case may be eligible for an expungement please contact me.  • Domestic Relations Law (Family Law) — I represent clients in domestic relations (family law) matters, which include divorce, equitable distribution, spousal support, child custody and visitation, child support, paternity, adoption, property settlement agreements, premarital and postmarital (postnuptial) agreements, and annulment. If you have a domestic relations/family law matter, please contact me for a consultation.Contact Attorney David Michael Good for a consultation Call me at or contact me online for an initial consultation.  I do not charge a consultation fee in criminal, traffic, or expungement matters, however, I charge a nominal fee of $50 for a family law consultation.   CASE RESULTS DEPEND UPON A VARIETY OF FACTORS UNIQUE TO EACH CASE.  THE CASE RESULTS REPORTED DO NOT GUARANTEE OR PREDICT A SIMILAR RESULT IN ANY FUTURE CASE UNDERTAKEN BY THE LAWYER.

Derek is a graduate of Penn State Law and Old Dominion University. He started his legal career in public service as a prosecuting attorney before entering private practice. He currently serves as managing partner at Waldrop & Colvin, the law department for your business.  He is laser-focused on delivering efficient and effective solutions for business legal needs.

Experienced L attorney serving clients in Virginia Beach and surrounding areas.

Experienced L attorney serving clients in Virginia Beach and surrounding areas.

Experienced L attorney serving clients in Virginia Beach and surrounding areas.

Experienced L attorney serving clients in Virginia Beach and surrounding areas.

Experienced L attorney serving clients in Virginia Beach and surrounding areas.

Experienced L attorney serving clients in Virginia Beach and surrounding areas.

Experienced L attorney serving clients in Virginia Beach and surrounding areas.

Experienced L attorney serving clients in Virginia Beach and surrounding areas.

Experienced L attorney serving clients in Virginia Beach and surrounding areas.

Experienced L attorney serving clients in Virginia Beach and surrounding areas.

Experienced L attorney serving clients in Virginia Beach and surrounding areas.

Experienced L attorney serving clients in Virginia Beach and surrounding areas.

Experienced L attorney serving clients in Virginia Beach and surrounding areas.

Experienced L attorney serving clients in Virginia Beach and surrounding areas.

Experienced L attorney serving clients in Virginia Beach and surrounding areas.

Experienced L attorney serving clients in Virginia Beach and surrounding areas.

Experienced L attorney serving clients in Virginia Beach and surrounding areas.