Chesapeake borders picturesque Chesapeake Bay and lies along the Hampton Beltway. This major thoroughfare connects Virginia’s historic Seven Cities of Hampton Roads. One of the largest cities in Virginia also boasts some of the states most visited natural treasures. The Great Dismal Swamp, which is anything but dismal, borders the city and is home to a nationally renowned bird refuge that attracts thousands of visitors each year, among which there are numerous Virginia Beach lawyers.

Chesapeake lawyers practice in criminal law, family law, wills and trusts, personal injury law, probate law, and many others. Lawyers in Chesapeake generally practice in the Chesapeake General District Court and the Chesapeake Circuit Court. The General District Court is the court most Virginians will have contact with, but an experienced Chesapeake attorney can help you in any Virginia court with any legal problem you might be facing.

Famous cases in Chesapeake include the trial of one of the beltway snipers, Lee Malvo. The 17 year old sniper who terrorized Virginia and the D.C. area was spared the death penalty and was instead sentenced to life in prison without the possibility of parole.

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Before speaking to an attorney, you might want to learn more about your legal dilemma. Explore the following external resources for more information on Virginia law and practice in Chesapeake.

• Public Resources from the Virginia State Bar
• University of Virginia Law Library
• Understanding Your Visit to General District Court
• Directory of Virginia Bar Associations