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![James G. 'Jim' Hurley Jr.]( "James G. 'Jim' Hurley Jr.")
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James G. "Jim" Hurley Jr.
10.0 
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Free ConsultationPortsmouth, VA Attorney with 34 years of experience
Personal Injury
Thomas M. Cooley Law School
Jim Hurley has been practicing injury law throughout Virginia for over two decades. He has tried more than 100 cases and handled hundreds more that were settled out of court. He is guided by the principle that the client is in charge of his or her case and should be kept fully aware of the litigation process.
Jim Hurley and John Cooper set up Cooper Hurley Injury Lawyers in 2011. In recent years the firm appointed a third partner Bill O’Mara and fourth partner Griff O'Hanlon. The firm retains its family friendly focus and does not represent criminal defendants like...
![Jeffrey B Sodoma]( "Jeffrey B Sodoma")
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Jeffrey B Sodoma
Portsmouth, VA Attorney with 6 years of experience
Free ConsultationElder and Estate Planning
Regent University School of Law
Husband, father, and Christian. My firm handles estate planning and elder law throughout the Commonwealth of Virginia.
![Jonathan Lewis Stone]( "Jonathan Lewis Stone")
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Jonathan Lewis Stone
Portsmouth, VA Attorney with 17 years of experience
Free ConsultationCivil Rights, Employment, Personal Injury and Products Liability
The Catholic University of America Columbus School of Law
I have an extensive litigation practice with a focus on state and federal court litigation in the practice areas of personal injury, Federal Employers Liability Act (FELA); automobile, motorcycle & trucking accidents; wrongful death; medical malpractice; and employment.
![William H. Oast III]( "William H. Oast III")
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William H. Oast III
Portsmouth, VA Lawyer with 51 years of experience
Business, Elder and Estate Planning
Washington and Lee University School of Law
Bringing nearly 40 years of legal expertise to the Oast & Taylor team, Bill’s practice areas include Elder Law, Estate and Trust Administration, Estate Planning, Guardianships and Conservatorships, and Litigation.
![Michael Salasky]( "Michael Salasky")
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Michael Salasky
Portsmouth, VA Attorney with 48 years of experience
Free ConsultationPersonal Injury
College of William and Mary
Michael Salasky built a successful personal injury practice over the course of 40 years representing countless people who were needlessly hurt through no fault of their own. It was and is his privilege to right these wrongs for his clients. His efforts resulted in many millions of dollars being awarded to his clients for their proven injuries. Born and raised in Norfolk, Virginia, Michael attended Norfolk Academy and graduated college from Tufts University in Boston where he received a B.A. in English. He received his law degree from the Marshall-Wythe School of Law at the College of William and Mary...
![Stephen E. Taylor]( "Stephen E. Taylor")
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Stephen E. Taylor
Portsmouth, VA Attorney
Elder and Estate Planning
University of Richmond School of Law
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.
![Von Piersall]( "Von Piersall")
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Von Piersall
Portsmouth, VA Attorney
Free ConsultationCriminal, DUI, Divorce and Personal Injury
I, Von L. Piersall, III, founded my law practice in 2001, which has since grown into a well-recognized firm handling personal injury, criminal law, and family law cases.
I hold a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from East Carolina University, a Master of Science in Counseling from Longwood College, and a Juris Doctor from the University of Richmond. Before practicing law, I dedicated my efforts to assisting young individuals involved with the Virginia Department of Juvenile Justice and worked at the Pines Treatment Center as well as a group home in Norfolk.
Throughout my career, I have successfully had matters heard across...
![C. Gerard Thompson]( "C. Gerard Thompson")
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C. Gerard Thompson
Portsmouth, VA Lawyer with 45 years of experience
Criminal, DUI, Personal Injury and Traffic Tickets
College of William and Mary
After graduating from law school in 1980, I served four years as an Assistant Commonwealth's Attorney in Roanoke and Portsmouth, Virginia. Tried approximately 60 criminal jury trials during my first four years of practice.
After my service as an Assistant Commonwealth's Attorney, I entered civil practice. My civil practice includes many personal injury trials. Currently, I accept civil, criminal, personal injury and traffic cases.
![Sandra Lee Smith]( "Sandra Lee Smith")
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Sandra Lee Smith
Portsmouth, VA Lawyer
Elder and Estate Planning
College of William and Mary
Coming to the Oast & Taylor team with valued legal experience, Ms. Smith adds significant skill and talent to our practice. Certified as an Elder Law Attorney (CELA) by the National Elder Law Foundation (NELF), she offers clients exceptional legal assistance in the areas of Elder Law, Estate Planning, Estate and Trust Administration, Asset Protection Planning, Special Needs Planning, Long-term Care Planning and Veterans Benefits Planning.
Ms. Smith is a twenty year veteran of the United States Air Force. Her ongoing work with veterans in our community includes the preparation, presentation and prosecution of claims for veterans benefits...
![M. Bradley Brickhouse]( "M. Bradley Brickhouse")
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M. Bradley Brickhouse
Portsmouth, VA Attorney
Business and Elder
Regent University School of Law
Brad Brickhouse adds significant talent to the Oast & Taylor team and shows his commitment to our community by serving every client with a clear focus of their personal goals in mind. His primary areas of practice include Elder Law, Guardianships and Conservatorships, Financial Abuse, Estate and Trust Disputes, and Will Contests.
Walton Gibson Bondurant
Portsmouth, VA Attorney with 30 years of experience
Estate Planning
University of Richmond School of Law
Willard James Moody
Portsmouth, VA Attorney with 28 years of experience
Personal Injury and Products Liability
University of Richmond School of Law
Janelle Mills
Portsmouth, VA Attorney
Bankruptcy, Divorce and Family
Adrienne P. Ashby
PORTSMOUTH, VA Lawyer with 26 years of experience
University of Virginia School of Law
Kevin Patrick Bilms
Portsmouth, VA Lawyer with 40 years of experience
Boston University School of Law and Boston University School of Law
James B. Nicholson
Portsmouth, VA Lawyer with 25 years of experience
Seton Hall University School of Law and Seton Hall University School of Law
STEFANI ANN VANDE LUNE
PORTSMOUTH, VA Lawyer with 13 years of experience
The George Washington University Law School
![Richard Neal Shapiro]( "Richard Neal Shapiro")
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Richard Neal Shapiro
Portsmouth, VA Lawyer with 40 years of experience
Free ConsultationOffers Video ConferencingVideo ConfMedical Malpractice and Personal Injury
George Mason University School of Law
Richard Neal (Rick) Shapiro takes great pride in his work as a trial attorney and has practiced Plaintiff’s personal injury law for over three decades in Virginia, North Carolina, and throughout the Southeastern United States.
He has dedicated his career to standing up for the "little guy" against big corporations, insurance companies, and government entities that attempt to use their vast resources and trove of defense lawyers to deny or fight legitimate claims.
Rick Shapiro has more than 38 years total experience, and only handles personal injury law. He was named a 2022 Leader in the Law by Virginia Lawyer’s...
![Kimberly Hughes Phillips]( "Kimberly Hughes Phillips")
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Kimberly Hughes Phillips
Norfolk, VA Attorney with 19 years of experience
Offers Video ConferencingVideo ConfDivorce and Family
Regent University School of Law
I have practiced Family Law since graduating law school in 2005. I regularly provide counseling to clients on matters of divorce, equitable distribution, child custody and visitation, spousal and child support and adoptions. As an adoptive parent myself, I understand the blessing of building a family through the grace of adoption and I enjoy assisting families on this journey. I have had the great honor to meet my children's birth families and as a result I feel that I connect to both the adoptive parents as well as the birth parents, all of whom are making a...
![Chad Dorsk]( "Chad Dorsk")
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Chad Dorsk
10.0 (1 Peer Review)
Free ConsultationNorfolk, VA Lawyer with 17 years of experience
Criminal, DUI, Domestic Violence and Juvenile
Touro College Jacob D. Fuchsberg Law Center
**Experience and Expertise at Dorsk Law Office, PLC**
At Dorsk Law Office, PLC, we provide unparalleled legal representation across Norfolk, Newport News, and the surrounding areas. Specializing in both felony and misdemeanor criminal charges, as well as traffic offenses, our firm is adept in navigating the complexities of Virginia State and Federal Court cases. Whether you’re facing serious allegations or seeking guidance on minor charges, our seasoned attorneys are equipped with the extensive experience and resources needed to manage your case with the utmost professionalism and skill.
**Relentless Defense When It Matters Most**
During your most challenging times, Dorsk Law Office stands ready...
![John Cooper]( "John Cooper")
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John Cooper
10.0 (3 Peer Reviews)
Free ConsultationPortsmouth, VA Lawyer with 37 years of experience
Personal Injury
University of Virginia School of Law
John M. Cooper is one of the founding partners at Cooper Hurley Injury Lawyers and a veteran of Virginia personal injury law practice. A native Virginian, he was raised in Norfolk and Virginia Beach by parents who practiced law. After graduating from the University of Virginia School of Law in 1988, John returned home to work for a federal judge in the U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Virginia, Norfolk Division, which launched his passion for and career in personal injury law.
For over 30 years, John has worked closely with injured victims and their families and knows the...
![John M. McCormick]( "John M. McCormick")
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John M. McCormick
Norfolk, VA Attorney with 14 years of experience
Offers Video ConferencingVideo ConfArbitration & Mediation, Business, Real Estate and Trademarks
Regent University School of Law
John is passionate about entrepreneurship and business development.
Like many entrepreneurs, he has launched both successful and failed businesses. A true believer in “failing forward”, John looks for new opportunities in every situation. This mentality allows him to connect with entrepreneurs and business owners in a meaningful way to help them navigate difficulties and grow their success.
“I find joy in helping business owners make better decisions to build on their success and protect their business.”
Outside of his practice of law, John serves as Chairman of the Board for Roc Solid Foundation, a local non-profit that builds hope for...
![Richard Serpe]( "Richard Serpe")
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Richard Serpe
Norfolk, VA Lawyer with 39 years of experience
Free ConsultationMaritime, Personal Injury and Products Liability
Tulane University School of Law and Tulane University School of Law
Attorney Richard Serpe is a distinguished Virginia personal injury lawyer with a reputation for meticulous trial preparation and presentation, and has a track record of success in obtaining favorable jury verdicts and settlements for his clients.
As a personal injury attorney, Richard Serpe advocates for those who have been injured due to the negligence of another person, dangerous product, or company. A substantial portion of his legal career has been devoted to the representation of injured children.
Mr. Serpe is frequently associated with complex litigation, managing cases with difficult scientific and medical issues. He has experience managing large case cohorts, including the...
![Griffin O'Hanlon]( "Griffin O'Hanlon")
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Griffin O'Hanlon
Portsmouth, VA Lawyer with 14 years of experience
Free ConsultationPersonal Injury
Saint Louis University School of Law
Griffin O’Hanlon joined Cooper Hurley Injury Lawyers as an attorney in the fall of 2015. He attended Great Bridge High School in Chesapeake for his freshman and sophomore years, before his parents relocated to Illinois. He returned to Virginia to attend Virginia Tech, where he majored in history. Griff obtained his J.D. from the Saint Louis University School of Law with a concentration in civil litigation.
After law school, Griff returned to Hampton Roads, where he practiced criminal law at the Norfolk Public Defender’s Office and a local private firm before joining Cooper Hurley and has extensive in-court litigation experience. Griff...
![Bailey Gifford]( "Bailey Gifford")
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Bailey Gifford
Portsmouth, VA Lawyer with 5 years of experience
Personal Injury
Appalachian School of Law
Bailey Gifford joined Cooper Hurley Injury Lawyers in late 2020. Born in Nebraska and raised in Kentucky, she graduated with honors from Central Hardin High School.
After high school, Bailey graduated magna cum laude from Morehead State University, earning a Bachelor of Science in Agriculture with an emphasis in Business in 2016.
Bailey went on to the Appalachian School of Law, in Grundy, VA, where she obtained her J.D. in 2020. During her time there, she served as president of the Student Bar Association. Bailey also served as a Student Ambassador and participated as a member of both the Mock Trial and...
![Corrynn Peters]( "Corrynn Peters")
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Corrynn Peters
10.0 (2 Peer Reviews)
Offers Video ConferencingVideo ConfNorfolk, VA Attorney with 22 years of experience
Divorce
Regent University School of Law
I made a choice years ago to use my talents to help other people through the practice of family law. I practice family law because it is an area of law where we need ethical and responsible attorneys to guide people through the legal side of what is a very emotionally driven time in their lives. As a founding member of Phillips & Peters, PLLC, I helped create the firm’s goal of helping families move forward through a time that most people churn in place. I want to help you accomplish your goals.
![Kelly L. DiCorrado]( "Kelly L. DiCorrado")
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Kelly L. DiCorrado
Norfolk, VA Lawyer with 9 years of experience
Free ConsultationOffers Video ConferencingVideo ConfCriminal, DUI, Domestic Violence and Juvenile
Regent University School of Law
Kelly L. DiCorrado (formerly Vasta), a founding member of Infinity Law Group, PLC, represents her clients in the seven cities of Southside Hampton Roads and beyond, including Northampton and Accomack County and Williamsburg/James County, Virginia. She focuses her practice in the areas of criminal defense, traffic, juvenile criminal defense, family law and insurance civil defense. Ms. DiCorrado is a kind, compassionate and caring individual who stands up for those without a voice. As a trial lawyer, Ms. DiCorrado employs lifelong advocacy skills to zealously represent her clients in the courtroom and through all stages of litigation. As...
![John Baker]( "John Baker")
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John Baker
Portsmouth, VA Lawyer with 14 years of experience
Free ConsultationPersonal Injury
University of Mississippi
John Baker joined Cooper Hurley Injury Lawyers in early 2018. He was born and raised in Norfolk and graduated from Norfolk Collegiate School.
After high school, John attended Hampden-Sydney College, where he was a Venable Scholar and graduated cum laude in 2006. John represented his class in the Student Senate each year at Hampden-Sydney, and he served as its chairman during his senior year. John also received the James Madison Public Service Certificate and was a member of the Society of 1791, Hampden-Sydney’s leadership organization.
John attended the University of Mississippi School of Law, where he was a member of Phi Delta...
![Avery Adcock]( "Avery Adcock")
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Avery Adcock
Norfolk, VA Lawyer with 7 years of experience
Medical Malpractice, Nursing Home and Personal Injury
Samford University
Avery Adcock has dedicated her career to representing victims of abuse and neglect in nursing homes, hospitals and assisted living facilities across the country. Ms. Adcock also handles cases involving catastrophic personal injury and wrongful death.
Before joining Senior Justice Law Firm, Ms. Adcock was a trial attorney in the nursing home litigation department of a prominent plaintiff’s personal injury law firm, litigating cases against nursing homes and assisted living facilities in Virginia, Maryland, and Washington D.C.
Avery currently serves on the board of the DC Trial Lawyers Association and Virginia Trial Lawyers Association. Avery is also involved in the Maryland Association...
![William F. O'Mara Jr.]( "William F. O'Mara Jr.")
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William F. O'Mara Jr.
10.0 (1 Peer Review)
Portsmouth, VA Attorney with 10 years of experience
Personal Injury
Washington and Lee University School of Law
Bill O’Mara started his legal career in 2008, moving back to his hometown of Chesapeake, He has a B.A. from Dartmouth College and a J.D. from Washington and Lee University Law School. He has practiced in the field of plaintiffs’ personal injury and other litigation. He has gained extensive courtroom and trial experience, including contested trials before judges and juries across Hampton Roads. In 2014, Bill O’Mara joined Cooper Hurley Injury Lawyers as an associate attorney. He became a partner in 2017.
Bill O'Mara now dedicates his entire practice to helping injured people. He heads up a dedicated premises liability...
![Shea Hoxie]( "Shea Hoxie")
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Shea Hoxie
Norfolk, VA Attorney with 14 years of experience
Free ConsultationCriminal and Military
University of Baltimore School of Law
Shea spent 12 years on active duty in the Air Force Judge Advocate General’s Corps, transitioning into the reserve component as an O-5 to continue pursuing his passion: representing servicemembers. During his time on Active Duty, he litigated well over one hundred courts-martial, in addition to numerous other hearings and boards, as a prosecutor, defense counsel, legal advisor, and hearing officer. During his time as a defense counsel he represented clients in every rank from E-1 to O-8 worldwide, tackling the most complex and highest visibility cases.. He has cross examined hundreds of accusers, law enforcement officers, and commanders, including...
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Joshua Jewett
Norfolk, VA Attorney with 16 years of experience
Employment
Regent University School of Law
Joshua Jewett advocates for employees’ rights in all types of employment law matters before federal and state courts, as well as in administrative and grievance hearings. Mr. Jewett has represented numerous individuals across a broad spectrum of industries. In addition to representing employees in litigation type settings, Mr. Jewett advises management and decisionmaker employees in both the private and federal sector who are facing disciplinary action, possible termination, or are being forced out. Mr. Jewett has helped clients in these situations either keep their jobs or peacefully exit from their situations by obtaining a negotiated severance package.
![Stephan J. Lipskis]( "Stephan J. Lipskis")
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Stephan J. Lipskis
Norfolk, VA Lawyer with 12 years of experience
(757) 629-0660
1700 Dominion Tower
999 Waterside Drive
Norfolk, VA 23510
Offers Video ConferencingVideo ConfBusiness, Elder, Estate Planning and Tax
University of South Carolina School of Law
Mr. Lipskis is an Estate and Elder Law attorney. He is licensed to practice in all Virginia Courts, the United States District Court for the Eastern District of Virginia. His practice includes all facets of trusts, estate planning, estate administration, and elder law. Whether it be helping a young couple take appropriate steps for their children or protecting family wealth from potential creditors and taxation, Mr. Lipskis enjoys assisting families in understanding their planning needs. He also enjoys working collaboratively with financial advisors to make sure their estate plans match up with each client’s personal financial...
![Raymond L. Hogge Jr.]( "Raymond L. Hogge Jr.")
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Raymond L. Hogge Jr.
Norfolk, VA Attorney with 37 years of experience
Employment
University of Richmond
Ray Hogge represents and advised Virginia public and private employers, and Virginia executives and professionals, in all aspects of labor and employment law.
![Kevin Briggs]( "Kevin Briggs")
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Kevin Briggs
Portsmouth, VA Lawyer
Personal Injury
Regent University School of Law
Kevin Briggs is a North Carolina native who grew up in Norfolk, Virginia. He is a graduate of Old Dominion University where he dual majored in Philosophy and Political Science. After graduating from Old Dominion University, Kevin went on to study law at Regent University. During Law School he volunteered for the Legal Aid Society of Eastern Virginia, and interned for the Virginia Beach Public Defender and Newport News Commonwealth Attorney. After passing the Bar Exam, Kevin was hired with the Legal Aid Society of Eastern Virginia. There, he successfully represented clients with landlord/tenant issues, custody and family matters, and...
![Lawrence K Land]( "Lawrence K Land")
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Lawrence K Land
Norfolk, VA Lawyer with 49 years of experience
101 West Main Street Suite 710
Norfolk, VA 23510
Free ConsultationPersonal Injury
University of Richmond School of Law
Lawrence Land - Your Lawyer for Life! I have been practicing law for more than 35 years. I have a passion for helping people, which prompted me to pursue a career as a lawyer. I graduated with a Psychology major and Human Relations minor from the University of Miami. I then earned a Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree at the University of Richmond in 1975. As part of my law school curriculum, I also took courses at the University of Kent in Canterbury, England. You can call me a true “homegrown” Virginia lawyer. I reside in...
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Marc Gordon Marling
Norfolk, VA Lawyer with 27 years of experience
Business
Rutgers School of Law-Camden
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