Adoption lawyers in Virginia Herbert W. to Melanie Jennings

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

Firm: Kenneth C. Chrisman, Attorney at Law

5002 Monument Avenue   Ste 101 , Richmond , Virginia 23230

Practice Areas: Adoption,Securities

Firm: Mary G. Commander

5442 Tidewater Drive , Norfolk , Virginia 23509

Practice Areas: Administrative , Adoption, Arbitration & Mediation, Child Custody & Visitation, Education , Motor Vehicle Accidents, Social Security Benefits & Disability, Workers Compensation, Divorce & Separation, Divorce & Separation, Divorce & Separation, Divorce & Separation

Mary Commander was born and raised in Hampton Roads, and only strayed as far away as Richmond for law school. She has worked with the court systems here for more than 35 years and knows how things work.. Commander Law's goal is to make whatever legal service you require as easy on you as it possibly can be. With the firm's experience, no one will be experimenting with you or your case. This firm is not a training ground for new associates. It is a place to come when you want the tried and true; when you want the right answer the first time.. Commander Law also includes Attorney, Tatiana Mendez. She joined the firm in 2016 and has worked closely with Ms. Commander on all types of family law cases. She also handles misdemeanor criminal cases and traffic cases. For more information on Ms. Mendez, find her on Avvo!

Firm: Holcomb Law, P.C.

720 Mall Parkway , Newport News , Virginia 23602

Practice Areas: Adoption, Child Support, Criminal Defense , Divorce, Family , Traffic Violations, Wills, DUI & DWI, DUI & DWI, DUI & DWI, DUI & DWI, DUI & DWI

I help clients with all aspects of driving related matters, including defending against charges related to DUI / DWI, Reckless Driving, Suspended License, License restoration, Speeding and other traffic charges.. I spoke on the topic "Serious Traffic Offenses in Virginia" for the Virginia Peninsula Paralegal Association and have provided video excerpts from that presentation for you to review on this website.. I authored a chapter in the book, A Cup of Coffee With 10 of the Top DUI Attorneys in the United States.  This book achieved the Amazon Bestseller List and Amazon's Hot New Release status.  The proceeds of this book benefit Kiwanis in their work helping children.

Firm: Wiegandt & Doubles

13 Roanoke Street , Fincastle , Virginia 24090

Practice Areas: Adoption, Business & Commercial, Corporate , Criminal Defense , Divorce, Estate , Estate Planning, Family , Traffic Violations, Wills, Speeding & Traffic Ticket, Speeding & Traffic Ticket, Speeding & Traffic Ticket

Malcolm Doubles, also known as Mac, was born in St. Andrews, Scotland. (He jokingly admits that this fact is not reflected in his golf game.) He attended high school at Darlington School in Rome Georgia and attended St. Andrews Presbyterian College in Laurinburg, NC. There he was captain of the soccer team his junior and senior year.. He took two years off from academia. The first year he was a federally licensed grain inspector trainee. The second year he worked on a dairy farm outside of Chapel Hill, North Carolina.. He then attended law school at Washington and Lee University in Virginia where he graduated in 1986. After a brief stint with A. Carter McGee, concentrating in bankruptcy, he worked with the law firm Bird, Kinder, and Huffman in general practice. During this time he focused most of his concentration on personal injury and general litigation. After two and a half years, he accepted a position with the Roanoke City Commonwealth Attorney's office.. In the Roanoke City Commonwealth Attorney's office, Mac handled all manner of criminal cases, including two capital murder cases. He also met and became friends with former assistant Joel Branscom. When Branscom was elected Commonwealth Attorney for Botetourt County, Doubles became his first assistant.. In July of 1994, Mac went into private practice as Mac Doubles, Attorney and Counselor. He continued as a solo practice until joining forces with Ralph Wiegandt in 2000. Wiegandt and Doubles, PC formed in the Spring of 2001. They are licensed in all State and Federal Courts and routinely practice in the Counties of Botetourt, Roanoke, Craig, Rockbridge, Floyd, Montgomery, and Franklin, as well as the independent Cities contained in each.. Malcolm Doubles was on the board of directors for the Virginia Commissioner of Accounts, and the Commissioner of Accounts in Botetourt where he is in charge of overseeing all fiduciary estates in the County.

Firm: Barnes & Diehl, P.C.

Boulders VI - Suite 200 , Richmond , Virginia 23225

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Firm: Carter Craig, Attorneys at Law

126 S. Union Street , Danville , Virginia 24541

Practice Areas: Adoption, Banking & Finance, Bankruptcy, Business & Commercial, Business Organizations, Child Custody & Visitation, Child Support, Contracts, Debtor/Creditor, Divorce, Family , Lemon , Personal Injury, Real Estate , Family

4266 Casey Blvd , Williamsburg , Virginia 23188

Practice Areas: Estate Planning, Probate, Family, Adoption

Firm: Basnight, Kinser, Leftwich, & Nuckolls, P.C.

308 Cedar Lakes Drive , Chesapeake , Virginia 23322

Practice Areas: Divorce, Wills, Speeding Ticket, Power Of Attorney, Child Custody, Adoption, Divorce & Separation, Divorce & Separation

Firm: Tucker Griffin & Barnes

307 Rio Rd W , Charlottesville , Virginia 22901

Practice Areas: Administrative , Adoption, Appellate , Bankruptcy, Business & Commercial, Business Formation, Business , Business Organizations, Child Abuse, Child Custody & Visitation, Child Support, Civil , Discrimination, Elder , Estate Planning, Family , Juvenile , Real Estate , Family, Family

Practicing in our Charlottesville, Staunton and Harrisonburg, Virginia office locations. Contact us today for a consultation.

Firm: Livesay & Myers, P.C.

11325 Random Hills Rd #100 , Fairfax , Virginia 22030

Practice Areas: Family, Divorce, Child Custody, Adoption, Alimony, Child Abuse, Child Support, Domestic Violence, LGBT+, Prenuptials, Uncontested Divorce

Jamel Rowe is a partner at Livesay & Myers, P.C., practicing exclusively family law. She is experienced in handling every type of family law matter in Virginia, including separation, divorce, custody, visitation, support and adoption cases. Ms. Rowe works in the firm’s Fairfax office, and represent clients in Fairfax, Alexandria, Arlington and all across Northern Virginia.. Ms. Rowe earned her J.D. from William & Mary Law School in 2012, after earning her B.A. from the College of William & Mary in 2007.. After graduating from law school, Ms. Rowe received a one-year legal fellowship with the National Council For Adoption (NCFA), in Alexandria, Virginia. After completing her fellowship, Ms. Rowe entered private practice as a family law attorney. From 2013–2019 she worked as a family law associate at two different law firms in Northern Virginia, before joining Livesay & Myers, P.C. as a senior associate in 2019. Ms. Rowe was promoted to the position of lead senior associate in 2021 and to the position of partner in 2025.. During her time in practice, Ms. Rowe has litigated every type of family law case in the courts of Northern Virginia, including high value equitable distribution cases, custody, support, and military divorce cases.. Ms. Rowe was one of only 30 attorneys recognized as Leaders of the Law by Virginia Lawyers Weekly in 2022. She was also selected by her peers for inclusion in the 2025–2026 editions of The Best Lawyers in America for her work in Family Law. Prior to that, Ms. Rowe was included in the 2021–2024 editions of Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch for her work in Family Law. Ms. Rowe was named a Super Lawyer in 2024–2025, after being named a Super Lawyers Rising Star each year from 2020–2023. She currently holds a perfect 10.0 rating from both Avvo and Justia.. Jamel Rowe resides in Northern Virginia.

Firm: Taylor Huguley Powers PLLC

9990 Fairfax Blvd , Fairfax , Virginia 22030

Practice Areas: Adoption, Child Custody & Visitation, Child Support, Divorce, Domestic Partnership, Family , Prenuptial Agreement, Spousal Support, Domestic Violence, Domestic Violence, Domestic Violence, Domestic Violence, Domestic Violence, Domestic Violence

For more than 15 years, Leigh has been helping families and individuals navigate matters that include divorce, custody, visitation, spousal support, child support, property division and protective orders. She represents clients throughout Northern Virginia in all aspects of domestic relations litigation. While litigation is a fundamental aspect of her practice, the majority of her cases settle outside of court. It is Leigh’s goal to help clients reach an agreement in the most efficient way possible. Doing so aids in preserving relationships and minimizing adverse effects.. Every family law case takes its own unique path through the legal system and into resolution. Ideally, the people involved in the case are able to determine the outcome, as opposed to a judge making the final decision. Leigh provides sound advice to clients on how to resolve disputes in a way that protects their best interests. Time and again, she empowers people to develop their own agreements and steers them onto the best possible path for the future. Leigh is also a zealous advocate for her clients in court.

Firm: Joseph W. Hood Jr.

277 Bendix Rd Ste 400 , Virginia Beach , Virginia 23452

Practice Areas: Adoption,Business & Commercial,Business Organizations,Child Custody & Visitation,Child Support,Contracts,Divorce,Estate Planning,Family ,Real Estate

Firm: Jonathan Y. Short, P.C.

North Fourth Street , Arlington , Virginia 22201

Practice Areas: Adoption,Animal Bites,Arbitration & Mediation,Assault & Battery,Child Custody & Visitation,Child Support,Criminal Defense ,Divorce,Estate Planning,Family ,Motor Vehicle Accidents,Personal Injury,Premises Liability,Probate ,Traffic Violations,Trusts,Wills,Wrongful Death

Firm: Martinwren, P.C.

400 Locust Ave Ste 1 , Charlottesville , Virginia 22902

Practice Areas: Adoption, Civil , Construction , Corporate , Estate , Insurance , Personal Injury, Personal Injury

Firm: The Fisher Law Firm, P.C.

Broad Street , Dublin , Virginia 24084

Practice Areas: Adoption,Automobile Accidents,Child Custody & Visitation,Child Support,Criminal Defense ,Divorce,Drug Crimes,DUI/DWI,Family ,Felonies,Juvenile ,Medical Malpractice,Parole and Probation,Personal Injury,Slip and Fall,Social Security Benefits & Disability,Wills,Workers Compensation,Wrongful Death

Firm: Resilience Law Group, PLLC

1700 Pleasure House Rd. , Virginia Beach , Virginia 23455

Practice Areas: Family, Adoption, Child Custody, Divorce, Child Support, Prenuptials, Uncontested Divorce, LGBT+, Alimony, Military Law, Mediation, Power Of Attorney, Wills

Jessica graduated summa cum laude from Otterbein University (Columbus, OH) with a major in Political Science/Government & triple minor in Psychology, Speech Communication, & Legal Studies. She graduated second in her law school class with highest honors from the HBU, North Carolina Central University School of Law (Durham, NC), earning a Juris Doctor & Certificate in Dispute Resolution.. Her diverse legal experience includes legislative and policy evaluation, judicial internships, litigation, and mediation/settlement negotiation/alternative dispute resolution.. In 2014, Jessica joined The Cooper Law Firm, P.C. (Virginia Beach, VA) to form its successful family law division. In May 2019, was named Partner & later Senior Vice President. In March 2023, her partner was appointed to the bench & Jessica took the opportunity to launch her own firm, Resilience Law Group, PLLC.. Jessica has developed expertise in military family matters & is a strong supporter of service members & their families. She also is knowledgeable of LGBTQ+ family matters & was a first in Hampton Roads to file & obtain a divorce for a same sex couple (2015) & establish parentage of a child conceived via assisted conception during a same-sex marriage.. She's earned numerous recognitions for her services, including Virginia Business “Legal Elite"; Super Lawyers “Rising Star”; Walter E. Hoffman Community Service Award from Norfolk Portsmouth Bar Association; Inside Business “Top Forty under 40"; Coastal Virginia Magazine “Top Lawyer” of Adoption, Marital, and Family Law; and Virginia Lawyers Weekly “Influential Women of Law.”. Jessica has a strong sense of civic duty and is active in her community. Some past & current involvements include: U.S. Navy Ombudsman; Virginia Beach Bar Association “Concerned Lawyers Advocating Spousal Safety” (C.L.A.S.S.) participant; ABA Military Pro Bono, volunteer attorney; City of Chesapeake Humans Services; Chesapeake Youth Committee (CYC), appointed member; Volunteer Panelist Judge & mentor of interns of the Legal Studies Academy at First Colonial High School; NPBA Annual Mock Trial Competition, Coach; Virginia State Bar Free Legal Answer, Participant Attorney; Law Library Board for the City of Chesapeake, appointed member; Career Day Presenter for local schools.. Jessica enjoys helping her clients navigate complicated legal matters and presenting solutions to their legal problems. She aims to provide timely, quality representation with consideration of her client's bottom line. She focuses on candor and compassion throughout the legal process. Jessica can empathize well with her clients as many of the services she provides she has herself experienced in her own personal life.

Firm: Simmons and Hodge, PLC

10709 Spotsylvania Avenue , Fredericksburg , Virginia 22408

Practice Areas: Adoption, Child Custody & Visitation, Child Support, Criminal Defense , Divorce, Domestic Partnership, Drug Crimes, DUI/DWI, Felonies, Juvenile , Traffic Violations, Family, Family, Family

I strive to help families resolve their disputes in the easiest and most cost-effective manner possible.

Firm: Raynor & Farmer, PC

408 Park Street , Charlottesville , Virginia 22902

Practice Areas: Family, Child Support, Divorce, Child Custody, Adoption

Extensive experience at both settling and litigating all manner of family law matters.

Firm: Jennings and Jennings

10138C Hull Street Road , Midlothian , Virginia 23112

Practice Areas: Adoption, Animal Bites, Assault & Battery, Education , Elder , Wrongful Death, Domestic Violence, Domestic Violence, Domestic Violence, Domestic Violence, Domestic Violence, Domestic Violence, Domestic Violence, Domestic Violence, Domestic Violence, Domestic Violence, Domestic Violence, Domestic Violence, Domestic Violence, Domestic Violence