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ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGE CONTROL * APPEALS * ATTORNEYS * CONDEMNATION / EMINENT DOMAIN * CONSUMER LAW * CRIMINAL * ELDER LAW * ERISA * LEGAL SUPPORT * MEDICAL MALPRACTICE * PERSONAL INJURY * STOCK BROKER CLAIMS * WORKERS’ COMPENSATION
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ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGE CONTROL LAW
Michael P. Lafayette
Former legal analyst for the VA ABC Board, represents clients throughout Virginia:
• ABC Licensing
• ABC Violations
• Hearings & Appeals
• Buy/Sell of Establishments
Available to consult and/or associate with local counsel.
Lafayette, Ayers & Whitlock, PLC
CrossRidge Professional Park
10160 Staples Mill Road, Suite 105
Glen Allen, VA 23060
804-545-6250
fax: 804-545-6259
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APPEALS
L. Steven Emmert
Appellate Practice
Focus on what you do best.
You handle trials. When it comes time to focus on an appeal (or to resist an appeal), call Steve Emmert at (757) 965-5021 direct. You’ll never have to sweat another appellate deadline.
Recent Honors
• The Best Lawyers in America
• Virginia’s Leaders in the Law
• Super Lawyers
SYKES, BOURDON, AHERN & LEVY • VIRGINIA BEACH
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Patricia P. Nagel
Appellate Attorney
Specializing in criminal and civil appeals, legal research and writing and circuit court motions practice
Patricia P. Nagel has had a substantial number of writs granted and has won an impressive number of appeals in the Virginia Appellate Courts including precedent-setting cases. Licensed in VA, CA, Federal Courts and the U.S. Supreme Court.
LET MY EXPERTISE WORK FOR YOU!
Contact the Law Offices of Patricia P. Nagel
P.O. Box 6367 • Williamsburg, VA 23188
(757) 345-1391 (OFFICE) • (757) 229-0455 (FAX)
ATTORNEYS
Rhetta M. Daniel, Esquire
Representation in Disciplinary Complaints, Reinstatements and Expert Witness Services
Rhetta M. Daniel provides highly qualified and experienced representation in Virginia State Bar disciplinary complaints and reinstatement matters and professional expert witness services in the areas of:
•Legal Malpractice
•Disqualification Hearings
•Conflicts of Interest
•Professional Responsibility
•Reinstatement Cases
Expert Witnesses qualified in Virginia Circuit Courts and the U.S. District Courts.
27 years of experience with Virginia State Bar matters as a Former Senior Assistant Bar Counsel for 7 years and defending atttorneys for 20 years.
Former Chief Deputy Commonwealth’s Attorney, Henrico County, Virginia.
Rhetta M. Daniel, Esquire
Attorney at Law
7264 Hanover Green Drive
Mechanicsville, VA 23111
Free telephone or email consultations available.
OFFICE • 804-641-9574
FAX • 804-741-2147
Email: RhettaEsq@aol.com
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Michael L. Rigsby
Bar Counsel for the Virginia State Bar for 20 years. Represents attorneys and their law firms in matters involving licensing, standard of care, disqualifications, fee, legal ethics and related issues. He has qualified as an expert witness in Virginia, West Virginia and Maryland and is a frequent lecturer on the subject of professional responsibility. He regularly represents clients before the Virginia State Bar, the Virginia Board of Bar Examiners and its Character and Fitness Committee. Licensed to practice law in VA and DC.
Michael L. Rigsby
Carrell Rice & Rigsby
Attorneys at Law
7275 Glen Forest Drive, Suite 310
Richmond, VA 23226
Tel: 804.285.7994
Fax: 804.285.8925
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David Ross Rosenfeld
ATTORNEY ETHICS
David Ross Rosenfeld has over 18 years of experience as legal ethics and professional responsibility counsel. He represents attorneys and law firms in disciplinary proceedings before disciplinary and regulatory administrative agencies and provides ethics counsel to attorneys, law firms and corporate counsel and represents attorneys and law firms in disqualification motions and related proceedings before federal and state courts. He is an adjunct Professor teaching Ethics at George Mason University School of Law and former chairman of the Virginia State Bar Disciplinary Board. He writes and lectures extensively on the subject and is author of Lawyer Discipline in Virginia, a book published by the Virginia Law Foundation, now in its second edition.
DAVID ROSS ROSENFELD, P.C.
118 South Royal Street
Alexandria, VA 22314
Telephone (703) 548-2600
Fax (703) 997-4544
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Stephen Swann
Attorney at Law
VIRGINIA FEE EXPERT
Litigation Consultant & Court Qualified Witness
703.243.7938
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CONDEMNATION/EMINENT DOMAIN
Frank F. Rennie IV
• Condemnation •
• Eminent Domain •
• Property Rights •
• Partition •
Over 20 years experience representing landowners and condemning authorities throughout Virginia.
Phone: 804-320-9100
Toll-Free: 800-948-7160
1930 Huguenot Road
P.O. Box 35655
Richmond, VA 23235-0655
CowanGates
Our Standard Is Excellence
CONSUMER LAW
The Consumer Law Group, P.C.
Protecting and Fighting for Consumer Rights
AUTO FRAUD / LEMON LAW / DEBT COLLECTION RELIEF
Accepting Referrals Statewide
John Cole Gayle, Jr. Primary Author of Va.’s Lemon Law Amendments 1988 and 1990. Multi-Year Instructor for CLE courses in Lemon Law & Fraud; Chairman Virginia Trial Lawyer Association’s Consumer Law Legislation Committee; Representing Virginia consumers for over 25 years.
804.282.7900
5905 West Broad Street, Suite 303
Richmond, VA 23230
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Stephen L. Swann
LEMON LAW
MOTOR VEHICLES
BOATS
MOTORHOMES
LAW OFFICES OF STEPHEN L. SWANN
Statewide Representation and Co-counseling
Arlington, Virginia
Tel. 703.243.7938
Fax 703.342.0403
Web www.carlaws.com
Email lemonlaws@msn.com
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CRIMINAL
Andrew G. Wiggin
HABEAS CORPUS
Andrew G. Wiggin has represented clients in more than 5,000 criminal cases, and has also attained many felony appellate reversals. Andrew Wiggin brings nearly 20 years of experience and successes to now practicing exclusively for the post-trial litigation needs of clients in Virginia state criminal cases.
• Habeas Corpus, Felony Appeals, Delayed Appeals, Re-trials
• Actual Innocence, Extrinsic Fraud, Jurisdictional Attacks
• Expungements, Restoration of Rights To Register To Vote
Andrew G.Wiggin, P.C. Attorney & Counselor at Law
1403 Greenbrier Parkway, Suite 210
Chesapeake, Virginia 23320
Tel. (757) 333-7539 • Fax (757) 333-7538
Visit the firm’s website: www.post-trial-litigation.com
“Serving clients in all litigation after trial, all across Virginia!”
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G. Manoli Loupassi
CRIMINAL LAW / DUI
Former state prosecutor in the Metropolitan Richmond Area, recently recognized by his peers in Virginia Business Magazine’s “Legal Elite” for his practice in the area of criminal and traffic defense. Manoli has co-authored “Virginia CLE’s Defenses of Serious Traffic Cases.” He is accepting referrals for criminal and traffic matters throughout the Commonwealth of Virginia.
G. MANOLI LOUPASSI
THE LAW OFFICE OF G. MANOLI LOUPASSI, LLC
6002 WEST BROAD STREET, SUITE 200
RICHMOND, VA 23230
(804) 440-6222
mloupassi@loupassilaw.com
www.loupassilaw.com
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Harrison Hubard Jr. P.C.
PAROLE
Parole representation, both state and federal, including revocation hearings, custody classification, and unit designation. Also, work release, and out of state transfers for incarceration and parole supervision. Medical/hardship and geriatric releases.
COATES & DAVENPORT
Harrison Hubard Jr., P.C.
5206 Markel Road
Suite 200
Richmond, VA 23230
804-285-7000
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ELDER LAW
Bennett & Zydron, P.C.
Attorneys-At-Law
NURSING HOME / ASSISTED CARE REFERRALS
NO COST FOR REVIEW
• Substantial verdicts and settlements since 1994
• Immediate access to lawyers with experience
• Full-Time Nurse Consultant - over 20 years nursing experience
• Sexual Assaults, Pressure Sores, Falls, Overdoses, Choking, Malnutrition, Wandering Off Premises and Medication Errors
For immediate contact:
Kay Butler, R.N. - Kbutler@bandzlaw.com
Carlton F. Bennett - Cbennett@bandzlaw.com
John Zydron - Jzydron@bandzlaw.com
1-800-562-4657
VIRGINIA AND NORTH CAROLINA
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Robert W. Carter Jr.
NURSING HOME NEGLECT?
A Nursing Home’s Standard of Care Should Never Be Substandard!
• Pressure Ulcers
• Medication Errors
• Falls and Fractures
• Malnutrition and Weight Loss
• Wandering and Elopement
• Dehydration
Experience: For the past ten years, I’ve handled hundreds of nursing home and assisted living claims and cases across the Commonwealth.
Results: Case summaries in Virginia Lawyers Weekly confirm a track record of success.
Personal Attention: I handle personally every case referred to my office.
Nursing Support: With on-site assistance from a full-time RN with over 30 years of nursing experience, medical information is evaluated thoroughly and efficiently.
Toll Free: 888-692-5500
Robert W. Carter Jr.
Attorney at Law
690 Court Street
Appomattox, VA 24522
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Evan H. Farr
MEDICAID PLANNING & ASSET PROTECTION
Evan H. Farr, Certified Elder Law Attorney, Certified Estate Advisor and Virginia Super Lawyer, is a nationally-renowned expert in the fields of Medicaid Asset Protection and traditional Asset Protection, and is the creator of the Living Trust Plus (TM) Asset Protection System, which is being licensed to attorneys across Virginia who want to protect their clients’ assets from probate PLUS lawsuits PLUS nursing home expenses.
To discuss licensing or to make referrals to Mr. Farr, please call 1-800-399-FARR or contact Mr. Farr online:
www.VirginiaElderLaw.com
www.VirginiaEstatePlanning.com
Farr Law Firm
10640 Main Street, Suite 200
Fairfax, VA 22030
Phone: 703.691.1888
*Virginia has no procedure for approving certifying organizations
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ERISA
Patricia A. Smith
ERISA and Disability Insurance Litigation and Consultation
Patricia A. Smith (VA, DC and MD bars) has 20 years’ experience representing individuals in a variety of ERISA, COBRA, HIPAA and insurance issues, including denials of continuation of health insurance, and denials of benefits by health, life or disability insurers. She also advises small businesses on issues arising under ERISA, COBRA AND HIPAA. Her practice includes insurance denials under private health, disability and life insurance policies, and employment law. She lectures for CLE programs on coverage issues arising under the federal laws and under state insurance laws. Available for referrals, consultation or association in all courts of Virginia, Maryland and D.C.
Law Offices of Patricia A. Smith
601 King Street, Suite 406
Alexandria, VA 22314
703-548-3774 Fax: 703-518-5545
Email: pasmithaty@aol.com
www.pasmithlawoffice.com
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LEGAL SUPPORT
Deborah L. Baugher
CONTRACT PARALEGAL SUPPORT
For “as needed,” overflow or special projects, contract paralegal support is the solution!
We provide support in family law and civil litigation, do discovery, legal research, witness interviews/preparation, prepare pleadings and MORE…
Contract service generates PROFIT with no overhead…
Pay only for time spent on YOUR cases…
Call to discuss the benefits to you and your firm.
Deborah L. Baugher
First Choice Paralegals
Your first choice for experienced paralegal services
(540) 937-3331
firstchoiceparalegals@comcast.net
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National Legal Research Group
CHARLOTTESVILLE, VIRGINIA
The best attorney staff you’ll never put on your payroll.
Put us to work helping you in today.
1-800-727-6574 or research@nlrg.com
Fast, Affordable, Specialized Research, Writing and Analysis
For more information, and to see what your peers are saying about us: www.nlrg.com
Serving the Virginia Bar since 1969.
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MEDICAL MALPRACTICE
Malcolm P. McConnell
• Best Lawyers in America: Medical Malpractice
• Top Lawyers: Richmond Magazine
• Virginia Super Lawyers: Medical Malpractice
• Board Certified Medical Malpractice Law
• AV Rated – Martindale-Hubbell
• Top Verdicts - Virginia Lawyers Weekly ‘03, ‘05, ‘06
Mic is an authority on medical malpractice law and trial advocacy. He is the Editor of Medical Malpractice Law in Virginia, and regularly lectures to lawyers on medical malpractice issues and trial technique. With 20 years of experience, he is a strong advocate for his clients and their families.
Mic is actively seeking medical malpractice referrals from general and solo practitioners whose clients will benefit from the power, experience and resources of Virginia’s oldest and largest personal injury firm.
Visit www.allenandallen.com/malcolm-p-mcconnell.html for more information and results.
Allen Allen Allen & Allen
Attorneys for Injured Persons since 1910
866-388-6413
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Jack H. Olender & Associates, P.C.
THE MALPRACTICE LAW FIRM
All five attorneys elected to BEST LAWYERS IN AMERICA 2009
Robert Chabon, M.D., J.D., Of Counsel
888 17th St., N.W., 4th Floor, Washington, D.C.
(202) 879-7777
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Lewis T. Stoneburner
MEDICAL MALPRACTICE
Since 1976, Lewis has devoted his practice to injured victims of hospital negligence and medical malpractice, dangerous products and drugs.
Lewis’ clients can count on his compassion and relentless commitment. Lewis’ referral sources can count on his deep trial experience and record of success.
• Catastrophic medical malpractices
• Neurological birth-related injuries
• Brachial Plexus and Erb’s palsy injuries
• Personal injury
Lewis T. Stoneburner:
• Top 50 Virginia Super Lawyers
• Best Lawyers in America
• AV rated
CANTOR STONEBURNER FORD GRANA BUCKNER
(804) 644-1400 • Richmond
lstoneburner@VirginiaTrialFirm.com
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PERSONAL INJURY
Irvin V. Cantor
BRAIN AND SPINAL INJURY
With over 30 years of experience, Irv has successfully handled virtually every conceivable category of brian and spinal injury, including traumatic, hypoxic, ischemic and metabolic brain injuries, ranging from mild to severe, and complete and incomplete spinal cord injuries - in personal injury, medical malpractice, and defective products cases.
• Best Lawyers in America
• Top 50 Virginia Super Lawyers
• VTLA, Past President
• ABOTA Virginia Chapter, Past President
• Brain Injury Assn of VA, Past President
• Brain Injury Assn of America, Past Chair of National Legal Conference
CANTOR STONEBURNER FORD GRANA BUCKNER
(804) 644-1400 • Richmond
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C. Arthur “Brother” Rutter III
MARITIME INJURIES
• Pleasure Boat Accidents
• Tugboat Crews
• Jetski Injuries
• Scalloper Claims
Is the one year limitations period in the Cruise Line passenger contract enforceable? Can I bring the claim in Federal Court or State Court? Why are there several different wrongful death remedies? Can I get a jury? What is a Limitation of Liability Act Defense?
Brother Rutter received Proctor in Admiralty Status from the Maritime Law Association and is a frequent lecturer on maritime issues. Rutter Mills has the knowledge and staff to handle complex, multi-jurisdictional maritime matters. Licensed in Virginia, North Carolina, South Carolina, and Florida.
C. Arthur “Brother” Rutter III
160 W. Brambleton Ave.
Norfolk, VA 23510
brutter@ruttermills.com
www.ruttermills.com
(Norfolk Office) 757.622.5000 • 800.933.5879
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Jeremiah A. Denton III
DEFAMATION
AV rated, 30 years of experience in defamation cases, seeking referrals and associations
477 Viking Drive, Suite 100
Virginia Beach, VA 23452
Phone: 757-340-3232
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Stephen M. Smith
Brain Injury Law Center
ADVOCATES FOR BRAIN INJURY SURVIVORS AND THEIR FAMILIES THROUGHOUT THE UNITED STATES AND THE WORLD
STEPHEN M. SMITH, plaintiff’s trial attorney for 36 years, whose practice is dedicated exclusively to the trial of traumatic brain injury cases throughout the United States and internationally. Accepting referrals nationwide and internationally. Selected for inclusion in The Best Lawyers in America 2010 edition. Past Chairman of the Traumatic Brain Injury Litigation Group of AAJ. Past President of the Brain Injury Association of Virginia. Established law firm litigating personal injury claims since 1949. Licensed to practice in Virginia, New York, and the District of Columbia.
Direct Dial (757) 650-9818 • FAX (757) 244-7046
Toll Free (878) 840-3431
E-mail: ssmith@braininjurylawcenter.com
www.braininjurylawcenter.com
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STOCK BROKER CLAIMS
W. Scott Greco
Frederick D. Greco
W. Scott Greco and Frederick D. Greco have over 40 years combined experience litigating and arbitrating disputes between investors and their stockbrokers and brokerage firms.We devote our practice to representing individual investors in NASD/FINRA arbitrations involving securities fraud, churning, unsuitable recommendations, unauthorized trading, conversion, ponzi schemes, and other unlawful actions. We welcome referrals or co-counsel relationships from anywhere in Virginia, and nationwide.
GRECO & GRECO, P.C.
1300 Old Chain Bridge Road
McLean, Virginia 22101
Contact Scott Greco or Fred Greco at (703) 821-2777
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WORKERS’ COMPENSATION
Geoff McDonald
Since 1989, Geoff McDonald has devoted his practice to the representation of injured victims in Workers’ Compensation matters. Many of his referrals come from fellow attorneys, and he is currently accepting referrals in Workers’ Compensation matters in Virginia. In addition to handling these cases, he has lectured on this area of law and has had articles published in Trial magazine and other publications. He is an active member of the Virginia Trial Lawyers Association and the Workplace Injury Litigation Group. He is licensed to practice in Virginia. Geoff McDonald and Associates exemplifies commitment, experience and professionalism.
Geoff McDonald & Associates
3315 West Broad Street
Richmond, VA 23230
Toll Free: 888-840-2667
Phone: 804-359-4446
Fax: 804-359-5426
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