Top Criminal Defense Lawyers in Chesapeake | 15 available

Firm: Parks Zeigler, PLLC – Attorneys At Law

524 Albemarle Drive Suite 200 , Chesapeake , Virginia 23322

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense

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 Business Administration. After college, Aaron decided to pursue a career in public service and became a police officer with the Norfolk Police Department, graduating the police academy in 1993. While in the police academy, Aaron started working toward his master’s degree in Public Administration at Old Dominion University, which he completed in 1997. Throughout his almost-25 years in law enforcement, Aaron moved through the ranks in various assignments to include: the Detective Division, Vice and Narcotics, K-9, SWAT, and Homeland Security. As he neared retirement, Aaron knew that it was time to work toward the next step in his career and started attending law school locally at Regent University. He graduated from law school in 2016 while graduating in the top 20% of his class. Aaron retired from the police force on July 1, 2017, having obtained the rank of Captain, and started practicing law on the same day.. Like many in the area, Aaron was brought to Hampton Roads as a child due to his father's service in the military. He grew up in Virginia Beach and then went to college at William and Mary. After graduating, he returned home and worked in law enforcement for almost twenty five years before starting to practice law. He finds his experience in law enforcement not only benefits his clients when he defends them for criminal offenses, but also benefits his representation of all clients who find themselves in other difficult situations. Following law school, Aaron worked for a Tidewater law firm in a variety of roles, from serving as a Guardian ad-litem on custody matters and as court appointed counsel for indigent defendants, and practicing in the areas of family law, criminal defense, DUI, reckless driving and other traffic cases.. Since he began practicing law, Aaron had numerous cases with the attorneys at Park Zeigler and saw firsthand the professional and knowledgeable manner in which they handled their cases and complicated legal matters. When offered the opportunity to join the firm, he couldn’t pass it up. Aaron looks forward to being able to provide his clients outstanding service at Parks Zeigler for many years to come.. Aaron, his wife, Sara, and their five children reside in Chesapeake, Virginia. Aaron and Sara’s children all participate in extracurricular activities, to include soccer, gymnastics, and crew. Aaron and his family enjoy trips to the Outer Banks several times a year where they get to spend time with extended family. Religion plays a big part in their life and they attend and serve at River Oak Church in Chesapeake. In the last few years, Aaron and Sara have opened their home and hearts to foster children from a local department of social services. When Aaron isn’t being a lawyer, husband, and father, he enjoys rooting for the New York Yankees, exercising, and doing construction projects around his house.

Firm: Green Hampton & Kelly, PLLC

501 Independence Parkway, Suite 201 , Chesapeake , Virginia 23320

Practice Areas: Adoption, Child Custody & Visitation, Child Support, Criminal Defense , Divorce, Drug Crimes, DUI/DWI, Family , Felonies, Guardianship and Conservatorship, Family, Family, Family, Family

Firm: Dunnigan Law

828 Greenbrier Parkway , Chesapeake , Virginia 23320

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense

Attorney Dunnigan graduated from Regent University in 2004. He specializes in Traffic and Criminal law and has been practicing law in Virginia for over fifteen (15) Dunnigan's goal is to make sure all my clients receive the BEST possible outcome for the charge they have.

Firm: Cara P. Oxenham, P.C.

205 Battlefield Blvd S. , Chesapeake , Virginia 23322

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Divorce, DUI & DWI, Family

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 Defender, I decided to take a position with the Chesapeake Commonwealth Attorney's Office as a Vice and Narcotics' prosecutor.  I handled cases involving large scale drug distribution, possession charges, DUIs/DWIs, animal cruelty, violent crimes and civil forfeiture matters.  During  my time as a prosecutor, I trained detectives on how to be an effective expert witness and present the evidence needed to win the case.  Now as a defense attorney, I use those same skills to zealously represent my clients, protect their interests and help keep them out of jail.. In addition, I am now a single mother and understand the hardships of divorce/separation on a family. I personally understand the importance of a competent and caring attorney that can help you through the trying times of divorce and related custody matters. It is a difficult time that no one should feel that they have to endure without someone in their corner fighting for them.

Firm: MacDonald, Plumlee & Overton, P.C

620 Cedar Rd , Chesapeake , Virginia 23322

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense , Divorce, Domestic Partnership, DUI/DWI, Family , Felonies, Personal Injury, Real Estate , Traffic Violations, Criminal Defense, Criminal Defense, Criminal Defense, Criminal Defense

Firm: Morris, Currin & O'Keefe, P.C.

MCO Law Team , Chesapeake , Virginia 23322

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense

Diallo K. Morris is a Hampton Roads native whose family has lived in the area for generations.  Diallo graduated from Hampton University with honors in 1993 and from The Ohio State University School of Law in 1996.  Since 1997, Diallo has enjoyed the practice of law and helping people with their legal issues as a former Commonwealth's Attorney in the City of Chesapeake and now as a partner at Morris, Currin & O'Keefe, P.C. with offices in Chesapeake and Norfolk.  Diallo uses over 25 years of legal experience to assist his clients in all criminal defense matters including felonies, misdemeanors, DUI, traffic, and juvenile.  He also assists his clients with family law matters, including child custody, visitation, divorce, and wills.  Please call for a free consultation with Diallo K. Morris at Morris, Currin & O'Keefe, P.C.

Firm: Herbert W. Laine, P.C.

411 Cedar Road , Chesapeake , Virginia 23322

Practice Areas: Adoption,Business & Commercial,Child Custody & Visitation,Child Support,Contracts,Criminal Defense ,Debtor/Creditor,Divorce,Family ,Motor Vehicle Accidents,Personal Injury,Products Liability,Professional Malpractice,Traffic Violations

652 Independence Pkwy., Ste. 120 , Chesapeake , Virginia 23320

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Family, Guardianship

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, provides a unique perspective to assess your legal needs. He is committed to providing the highest level of service at an affordable price and fighting for the rights of his client. His successful track record has earned him the recognition of his colleagues and clients alike. Please call the office at to schedule an appointment.

Firm: The Zydron Law Firm, P.L.L.C.

2006 Old Greenbrier Road , Chesapeake , Virginia 23320

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense , Domestic Partnership, DUI/DWI, Head and Spinal Injuries, Medical Malpractice, Nursing Home Negligence, Personal Injury, Personal Injury

i was an assistant commonwealth's attorney for the City of Norfolk, Va in the seventies, i am retired from th US military having served both as enlisted and an officer with 32.5 years of service and hold a retired rank of brigadier general. I have handled hundreds of personal injury cases and nursing home malpractice cases over my 44 plus years of practice. i am licensed in Virginia and North Carolina. In 2019 I was inducted into the Virginia's Lawyers Hall of Fame.

638 Independence Parkway , Chesapeake , Virginia 23320

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense

I am a criminal defense and domestic relations lawyer practicing throughout Virginia, but predominantly in the Hampton Roads area.. If you are charged with a crime, or if you are a man facing divorce, you need an attorney.. Having had divorced parents as a child, I understand the need for a father to fight for as much custody and visitation as possible in Virginia's system.  I have fought for custody for fathers, and I have won.  I have fought against spousal support payments and I have fought to protect assets such as retirement accounts, military retirement, homes, and personal property, and I have won.. With experience defending clients charged with offenses ranging from reckless driving to violent felonies such as malicious wounding, rape, sexual offenses against children and child pornography, and more, I bring the experience you need to reach the result you want in any criminal case.. Contact me today.

Firm: Shannon & Bedois, PC

2006 Old Greenbrier Road , Chesapeake , Virginia 23320

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Family, Estate Planning

Firm: Parks Zeigler, PLLC - Attorneys At Law

524 Albemarle Drive Suite 200 , Chesapeake , Virginia 23322

Practice Areas: Divorce, Child Custody, Family, Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Divorce & Separation, Divorce & Separation, Divorce & Separation, Divorce & Separation, Divorce & Separation

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 worked for a solo practitioner as an Associate Attorney doing all areas of family law, continuing to serve a criminal defense attorney either as a Court Appointed Attorney for the courts or with retained clients.  Additionally, I became certified as Guardian ad litem (GAL).  A GAL is a licensed attorney with an extra certification that represents the best interests of children in a custody/visitation case.. In 2006 after having my second child, I wanted to continue with my career but have the flexibility to also be a mom.  So I opened my own practice. My staff and I get along wonderfully and I consider them family. Therefore, we work well together and represent our clients  with the utmost care and respect with your family in mind.. In my spare time I am a member of the King's Daughters Infinity Circle and raise money for the Children's Hospital of the Kings Daughters.  I am also a Crossfit Level 1 trainer which allows me to coach Crossfit.  I also actively train in Crossfit.  And of course, I have my own family with 3 active children that keep me busy.. Our family is here to help yours.

Firm: Wolcott Rivers Gates - Mark Andrews

1403 Greenbrier Parkway , Chesapeake , Virginia 23320

Practice Areas: DUI & DWI, Criminal Defense, Speeding Ticket, Personal Injury

Mark comes to WRG with over 18 years of experience and will assist the firms efforts by expanding our presence in the city of Chesapeake. Mr. Andrews gained valuable litigation experience as a Senior Assistant Commonwealth’s Attorney for the City of Virginia Beach, and as an Assistant Commonwealth’s Attorney for the city of Newport News. Mark Andrews is routinely recognized as one of the top DWI/DUI and Criminal Defense attorneys in the Hampton Roads area and regularly receives client referrals from law firms and attorneys whose clients have been charged with a criminal and/or traffic offense.When it matters most!

Firm: Plumlee, Wooten & Overton, P.C.

620 Cedar Road , Chesapeake , Virginia 23322

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense

Firm: The Law Office of Robert L. Wegman

392 Battlefield Blvd S. , Chesapeake , Virginia 23322

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense , Drug Crimes, DUI/DWI, Employment & Labor , Environmental , Estate Planning, Guardianship and Conservatorship, Juvenile , Parole and Probation, Personal Injury, Probate , Traffic Violations, Trusts, Wills, Criminal Defense, Criminal Defense, Criminal Defense, Criminal Defense

Our Firm handles a variety of Criminal and Traffic law issues, including the following: - Felonies. - Misdemeanors. - Sentence Modifications. - Bond Hearings. - Probation Violation Hearings. - Appeals. - Criminal Records Expungement. - DUI / DWI; reckless driving, speeding. - Divorces. - Child Custody and Visitation. Mr. Wegman is an aggressive, hard-charging, honest, passionate and compassionate lawyer. Clients know that when their lives and freedom are at stake, they want him to exhaust every means to protect or preserve their rights. Mr. Wegman goes the "extra mile." Mr. Wegman has practiced law for over twenty years, mostly in the criminal law area. He has served as a JAG Officer, where he has handled hundreds of criminal and administrative cases, and he has served as a Special Assistant United States Attorney, where he has prosecuted such cases as fraud, theft and sexual assault. Surprisingly, Mr. Wegman has witnessed how little attention people pay to their selection of attorneys. People often assume all attorneys will perform the same, so they tend to go with the person who gives them the best price, or who has the best name recognition, or has practiced in the geographic area the longest. But how much is your freedom worth? If you have been charged with an offense, it would greatly benefit you to arrange a consulation at no cost. The unfortunate reality is that one's choice of attorney often means the difference between a conviction and an acquittal. Everyone knows people who have paid their attorneys a lot of money and gotten little in return. No attorney can or should guarantee an outcome, and if he or she does -- run the other way. An attorney's zealous advocacy, negotiating skills, and raw passion make a tremendous difference in the nature and/or duration of any imposed punishment. Preparation and attention-to-detail are the hallmark of an effective attorney. Obviously, knowledge of the law is crucial. Mr. Wegman strives to be the best prepared attorney in the courtroom. Post-trial matters, such as appeals, sentence modifications and probation violation hearings can be equally important in maximizing one's personal freedom. The attorney you hire to represent you should know the courts, the judges, and prosecutors. Only then can you can you get a fair assessment of what you face in court. As basic as this sounds, Mr. Wegman will also return your phone calls in a timely manner and keep you completely apprised of your case. He is one of only a handful of attorneys who will give you his cell phone number and encourage you to call any time day or night for emergencies, or just because you need peace-of-mind.