Business Details
Your Trusted Legal Partner in Southside Virginia
Hawthorne & Hawthorne is a full-service law firm dedicated to providing comprehensive legal representation across Southside Virginia. With six strategically located offices in Kenbridge, Victoria, Keysville, Farmville, Blackstone, and Halifax, our team of experienced attorneys collaborates to deliver tailored legal solutions. Our practice areas span banking law, business law, criminal defense, domestic relations, estate planning, municipal law, real estate, and traffic defense.We leverage modern technology to overcome geographic barriers, ensuring clients receive consistent, high-quality representation regardless of location. Our attorneys regularly consult with one another, combining decades of collective experience to address complex legal challenges. Rooted in Southside Virginia, we understand the unique needs of our clients and prioritize a client-centered approach that emphasizes transparency, accessibility, and results-driven advocacy.
Services
Banking Law
Business Law
Criminal Defense
Domestic Relations
Estate Administration
Probate
Estate Planning
Municipal Law
Real Estate
Traffic Defense
Highlights and features
- We offer a collaborative team approach to legal representation.
- Our six office locations ensure accessibility across Southside Virginia.
- Attorneys specialize in distinct practice areas for deeper expertise.
- We utilize modern technology to maintain consistent client communication.
- Our team has decades of combined experience in local legal matters.
Services
Estate Planning
Our attorneys guide clients through creating comprehensive estate plans, including wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and advance medical directives. We help ensure assets pass efficiently to beneficiaries while minimizing tax implications. Our team provides personalized strategies to protect your legacy and family interests.
Criminal Defense
We defend clients facing misdemeanor and felony charges in state and federal courts. Our attorneys represent adults and juveniles in cases involving drug offenses, assault, DUI, and other criminal matters. We focus on protecting clients' rights through aggressive courtroom advocacy and strategic plea negotiations.
Real Estate
Our firm handles real estate transactions, title examinations, and property disputes. Services include drafting purchase agreements, conducting title searches, and resolving boundary disputes. We represent buyers, sellers, and lenders in residential and commercial real estate matters across Southside Virginia.
Domestic Relations
We assist clients with divorce proceedings, child custody arrangements, spousal support determinations, and adoption processes. Our attorneys prioritize minimizing conflict while protecting clients' parental rights and financial interests during family law disputes.
Business Law
We advise businesses on entity formation, contract negotiations, and regulatory compliance. Our services include incorporating corporations, organizing LLCs, and resolving partnership disputes. We serve local businesses and nonprofits with tailored legal solutions.
People
Bob Hawthorne
Attorney
Experienced in real estate, estate planning, and municipal law, Bob Hawthorne serves clients in Kenbridge and Keysville. He advises local governments and financial institutions on legal matters.
Robert E. Hawthorne, Jr.
Attorney
Specializing in traffic defense and real estate litigation, Robert E. Hawthorne, Jr. practices from the Halifax office. He represents clients in courtrooms across Southside Virginia.
Derrick P. Fellows
Attorney
Derrick Fellows focuses on conservation easements and commercial real estate. He assists land trusts and banks with complex transactions from the Farmville office.
Susan G. Andrews
Attorney
With decades of courtroom experience, Susan Andrews handles divorces, real estate disputes, and civil litigation from Keysville, Farmville, and Blackstone offices.
Bradley D. Foster
Attorney
Bradley Foster defends criminal charges and drafts estate plans. He serves clients in Victoria and Farmville, focusing on protecting clients' rights in legal proceedings.
Questions
What practice areas does Hawthorne & Hawthorne handle?
We handle banking law, business law, criminal defense, domestic relations, estate planning, municipal law, real estate, and traffic defense cases.
How can I schedule a consultation with an attorney?
Contact any of our six office locations to schedule an appointment. Our attorneys are available by appointment Monday through Friday.
Which areas of Virginia do you serve?
We serve Southside Virginia including Amelia, Brunswick, Charlotte, Halifax, Lunenburg, and Prince Edward counties.
Do your attorneys specialize in specific practice areas?
Yes, each attorney focuses on distinct specialties to provide deeper expertise while collaborating across the firm when needed.
Are your offices open during standard business hours?
Our offices are open 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Monday through Friday, with holiday closures listed on our website.
