George Holton Yates, Attorneys At Law, P.C. is a criminal defense law firm located at 1023 Laskin Road, Suite 101, Virginia Beach, VA 23451, reachable at (757) 491-8800. The firm is led by attorney George Holton Yates, a former Assistant Commonwealth Attorney for the City of Virginia Beach from 1985-1989 who has been in private practice at the same location since 1989. George is a Board Certified Criminal Trial Specialist with over 30 years of legal experience and has handled hundreds of trials, recovering over a million dollars in settlements last year. The practice specializes in DUI and DWI defense, criminal defense, drug crimes including possession and trafficking, theft and burglary, sex crimes, fraud, felony cases, domestic assault, bond hearings, military defense services, juvenile crimes, and traffic violations throughout Virginia Beach and surrounding areas in Hampton Roads.

George Holton Yates provides comprehensive criminal defense services for military personnel from all branches including Navy, Army, Marine Corps, Air Force, Coast Guard, and Merchant Marine, protecting hundreds of military personnel in both civilian and military courts. The firm offers free consultations available 24/7 and maintains extensive experience with the juvenile court system, understanding the consequences a juvenile record could have on children’s future career and educational opportunities. Notable case results include not guilty verdicts in first degree murder cases after jury trials, with the firm providing committed and compassionate representation backed by local knowledge and national recognition. Additional services include representation in white collar crimes, hit and run cases, weapons charges, and various military-related criminal matters, with George having previously hosted the radio show Justice for All on WHTK Freedom 1650 AM while maintaining his reputation as an experienced Virginia Beach criminal defense attorney.

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Martin Bullock Attorney at Law serves Hampton Roads from 6064 Indian River Road Suite 204, Virginia Beach, VA 23464, providing criminal defense and personal injury representation at (757) 397-2830. With eleven years of experience as an elected prosecutor for the City of Portsmouth, attorney Martin Bullock leverages extensive criminal justice system expertise to defend clients facing felony, misdemeanor, DUI/DWI, and traffic offenses. The practice ensures all pertinent information reaches court while conducting fair trials for clients throughout Virginia Beach, Chesapeake, Norfolk, Portsmouth, Suffolk, Hampton, Newport News, Franklin, and South Hampton communities. Criminal law services encompass bond hearings where Bullock’s prosecutorial background provides strategic advantages, traffic violations that can impact driving privileges, and DUI/DWI charges requiring experienced navigation of complex penalties. The firm handles felony cases ranging from drug charges to violent crimes, misdemeanor offenses with lasting consequences, and personal injury matters including automobile and motorcycle accidents. Understanding that criminal records follow individuals through life and limit future choices, Bullock fights to uphold rights while protecting clients’ names and opportunities. Office hours run Monday through Friday 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM with evening and weekend availability by request, offering email contact at [email protected] and fax services at (757) 397-8441. The Virginia Beach location conveniently sits two blocks behind the old Courthouse, providing accessible representation for Norfolk/Virginia Beach metropolitan areas and all Hampton Roads communities. Each case receives personalized attention focused on achieving favorable outcomes through aggressive defense strategies.

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7 Cities Law operates from 291 Independence Blvd, Pembroke 4, Suite 423, Virginia Beach, VA 23462, serving the Hampton Roads community with first-class criminal defense advocacy. Managing partner Kristin Paulding has been recognized as one of the Top 40 Under 40 trial attorneys by the National Trial Lawyers Association, bringing exceptional representation to criminal cases. The firm specializes in criminal defense, juvenile representation, and appeals, with notable case results demonstrating their commitment to achieving favorable outcomes for clients throughout the Virginia Beach area. Paulding and her team provide full-service legal representation for those facing criminal charges, understanding the importance of skilled advocacy in protecting clients’ rights and futures. The practice handles a wide range of criminal matters with dedication to providing quality defense services to the Hampton Roads community including Virginia Beach and surrounding cities. 7 Cities Law maintains a reputation for delivering strong criminal defense representation while working diligently to protect clients’ interests in state courts. Contact the firm at (757) 716-7494 for criminal defense services from attorneys committed to providing top-tier legal advocacy throughout the Hampton Roads region.

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John Greenside Attorney at Law provides criminal defense services from 701 Independence Circle, Virginia Beach, VA 23455, with extensive experience defending DUI charges and traffic violations throughout Hampton Roads. After receiving his bachelor’s and Juris Doctorate from George Mason University, Greenside has built a practice focused on drunk driving defense, reckless driving cases, hit-and-run charges, and various misdemeanor and felony criminal matters. The firm serves clients throughout Virginia Beach, Norfolk, Chesapeake, Portsmouth, Suffolk, Hampton, Newport News, and surrounding counties, offering personalized service and practical legal guidance. Greenside maintains strong relationships with district judges and local attorneys, using these connections to strengthen defense strategies and achieve favorable outcomes for clients facing criminal charges or license suspensions. With Virginia’s strict DUI laws requiring mandatory ignition interlock devices and one-year license suspensions for first offenses, the firm provides detailed experienced support to challenge charges and protect driving privileges. Clients can reach the office at 757-563-1095 for free consultations regarding DUI defense, traffic violations, and criminal charges throughout the Virginia Beach area.

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Edge Law, P.C. operates from 760 Lynnhaven Parkway Suite 202, Virginia Beach, VA 23452, founded 31 years ago by attorney Kathleen Edge with attorneys Damian Garcia and Benjamin Hamlet, accessible at 757-367-8253. The firm provides criminal defense for DUI charges, domestic violence, drug crimes, and related offenses while maintaining a primary family law practice, understanding how criminal convictions impact custody and divorce proceedings. Their criminal defense practice addresses charges that frequently arise in family disputes including protective order violations, assault charges between spouses, and substance abuse issues affecting parental rights. With over five decades of combined experience among the attorneys, the firm handles military criminal matters for service members whose charges affect both criminal proceedings and military family law issues. Attorney Garcia offers bilingual services in Spanish, ensuring language barriers don’t prevent proper criminal defense representation for Virginia Beach’s diverse population. The practice defends against misdemeanors and felonies that threaten clients’ freedom, employment, and family relationships, with particular expertise in cases where criminal charges complicate ongoing divorce or custody matters. Operating for three decades in Virginia Beach, the firm brings established relationships with local prosecutors and judges while aggressively defending clients’ rights in both criminal court and related family law proceedings throughout Hampton Roads.

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Cheryl Eddy Benn, P.C. practices from 700 Independence Boulevard Suite 102, Virginia Beach, VA 23455, offering over 35 years of experience in family law, criminal defense, and document preparation services. Attorney Cheryl Benn, admitted to practice in New York in 1980 and Virginia, can be reached at 757-895-7493 for consultations Monday through Friday from 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM. The firm handles comprehensive family law matters including contested and uncontested divorces, military divorces, child custody and support, alimony, protective orders, and equitable property distribution throughout Hampton Roads. Criminal defense services cover misdemeanors, assault and battery, domestic violence, DUI offenses, reckless driving, and expungements for those seeking to clear their records. Additionally, the practice provides document preparation for wills, powers of attorney, advance medical directives, prenuptial agreements, and name changes. With attorney Tatjana Marsh also on staff, the firm takes a personalized approach to each case, dedicating time and expertise to guide clients through difficult legal matters. Benn’s extensive experience includes work with firms in Albany and the Bank of New York before establishing her Virginia Beach practice serving the Hampton Roads community.

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Peter John Louie, P.C. maintains offices at 123 South Lynnhaven Road, Suite 101, Virginia Beach, VA 23452, specializing in criminal defense, DUI, and traffic matters throughout the Virginia Beach area. The firm can be reached at 757-384-4357 and focuses on reckless driving defense, DUI/DWI charges, driving on suspended or revoked licenses, hit and run cases, and misdemeanor criminal defense including failure to appear, petit larceny, and brandishing firearm charges. Attorney Peter Louie leads the practice alongside Attorney Braden Carroll, treating each client as an individual worthy of the court’s time and respect while ensuring the Commonwealth meets its burden of proof. The firm handles various traffic violations including speeding, following too closely, eluding police, aggressive driving, racing, and tunnel height violations. With a commitment to dialogue with clients for trial preparation, the attorneys work closely with law enforcement and prosecutors to advance their clients’ causes. The practice emphasizes that each case has unique facts and defenses, providing personalized attention to clients facing charges ranging from simple traffic infractions to serious criminal matters throughout Virginia Beach and surrounding jurisdictions.

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Virginia Beach Law Group serves Hampton Roads from 4525 South Boulevard #203 in Virginia Beach, VA 23452 and additional locations, offering comprehensive legal services at (757) 486-4529. Led by attorney David C. Johnson, a retired Marine Corps Lieutenant Colonel, with attorneys Lisa Dale Woodward and Jeff Haughney, the firm handles criminal defense, family law, real estate, business law, and estate planning matters. The practice defends clients against DUI charges, traffic violations, and criminal offenses while providing divorce representation, child custody advocacy, guardian ad litem services, and prenuptial agreements throughout Virginia Beach and surrounding communities. With over 100 years of combined experience including backgrounds as former prosecutors and military service members, the attorneys handle HOA disputes, landlord-tenant matters, contract law, and civil litigation. Virginia Beach Law Group operates Monday through Friday offering free consultations for wills and estates, business formation, timeshare issues, and comprehensive criminal defense representation.

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