Business Details
28 Years
experience
Portsmouth Criminal Defense & Personal Injury Legal Representation
Established in 1998, our firm provides dedicated legal representation in criminal defense, social security disability, and personal injury cases. With over 70 years of combined experience, our attorneys Barrett Richardson and Mike Rosenberg prioritize a hands-on approach, ensuring each case receives the attention it deserves. We serve clients in Portsmouth, Chesapeake, Suffolk, Isle of Wight County, and Southampton County, offering weekend appointments and fully staffed office support. Our trial-focused practice emphasizes preparedness, with a track record of over 300 jury trials to verdict.We operate on contingency fee arrangements for personal injury and social security cases, ensuring accessibility to quality legal representation. Our unique perspective combines prosecutorial and defense experience, enhancing our ability to advocate effectively for clients. We also provide referrals for specialized legal matters, maintaining a client-first philosophy in all aspects of our practice.
Services
Criminal Defense
Traffic Defense
Social Security
Personal Injury
Trial Representation
Wills
Family Law
Estate Administration
Legal Referrals
Other Legal Issues
Details
- Year established: 1998
Highlights and features
- We have over 70 years of combined legal experience in criminal defense and personal injury cases
- Our attorneys have tried over 300 jury trials to verdict
- Contingency fee arrangements for personal injury and social security disability cases
- Weekend appointments available for client convenience
- Hands-on approach prioritizing individual client needs in every case
Services
Criminal Defense
We defend Virginia state criminal cases ranging from traffic offenses to capital murder charges. Our trial-focused approach combines prosecutorial insight with aggressive defense strategies. With decades of combined experience handling complex felony cases, we prepare every matter for trial while seeking optimal pre-trial resolutions.
Social Security
Our firm represents clients in Social Security Disability hearings after initial claims denial. We handle medical record assembly, vocational analysis, and hearing preparation. Cases are taken on contingency fees regulated by the Social Security Administration, ensuring access to representation for disabled individuals.
Personal Injury
We represent clients injured by others' negligence, including automobile accidents and workplace incidents. Our contingency fee model means no payment unless we recover compensation. With extensive trial experience, we negotiate with insurers and litigate when necessary to maximize client recovery.
Traffic Defense
Our attorneys handle traffic defense cases including speeding, reckless driving, and criminal traffic charges. We negotiate with prosecutors and law enforcement to reduce penalties. With decades of local experience, we understand how to effectively challenge traffic citations in Tidewater Virginia courts.
Trial Representation
We prepare every case for trial while seeking favorable settlements. With over 300 jury trials completed, our attorneys combine courtroom experience with strategic preparation. This approach applies to criminal defense, personal injury, and social security disability cases requiring judicial resolution.
People
Barrett Richardson
Attorney
Practicing law since 1985, Barrett Richardson brings experience as former Assistant Public Defender, Senior Public Defender, and Assistant Commonwealth's Attorney. His dual perspective enhances criminal defense strategy development.
Mike Rosenberg
Attorney
With law practice since 1986, Mike Rosenberg has served as Assistant and Deputy Public Defender. He has acted as Special Prosecutor in murder and violent crime cases, complementing his personal injury litigation expertise.
Questions
What practice areas do you specialize in?
We focus on criminal defense, social security disability, personal injury, traffic defense, and trial representation. We also handle wills, family law, and estate administration matters.
Do you offer contingency fee arrangements?
Yes, we handle personal injury and social security disability cases on contingency fees, meaning no payment unless we recover compensation for you.
How much trial experience do your attorneys have?
Our attorneys have tried over 300 jury trials to verdict with decades of combined experience in both criminal and civil litigation.
What areas do you serve?
We represent clients in Portsmouth, Chesapeake, Suffolk, Isle of Wight County, Southampton County, and Franklin, Virginia.
Are weekend appointments available?
Yes, we offer weekend appointments to accommodate clients' schedules and provide flexible legal representation options.
