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Go To Lawyers: Adam S. Rafal
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Woods Rogers Vandeventer Black
Norfolk
Virginia Lawyers Weekly//January 10, 2026//
Go To Lawyers: Adam S. Rafal
Principal
Woods Rogers Vandeventer Black
Norfolk
Virginia Lawyers Weekly//January 10, 2026//
Best known for: I am proud of the professional relationships I have developed with attorneys throughout the commonwealth. I strive to represent my clients zealously while maintaining cordial and productive associations with opposing counsel.
Why I chose my practice area: I am interested in both legal and medical issues. Workers’ compensation litigation allows me to combine those interests to achieve the best possible results for my clients.
What makes me a leader in my field: Experience. Identifying specific legal and medical issues allows me to approach cases with an analytical mindset shaped by years of working in the area. I also am fortunate to enjoy professional relationships with our clients, other attorneys and expert witnesses.
Bar involvement/leadership roles: President, Virginia Workers’ Compensation Inn of Court
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