About Brenda
Brenda Waugh is an attorney and mediator based in Leesburg, Virginia, and Charles Town, West Virginia. Licensed to practice law in Virginia since 2018, she has a long-standing legal career in West Virginia, where she has been licensed since 1987. Additionally, she obtained her license in the District of Columbia in 2010. Waugh earned her Juris Doctor from West Virginia University in 1984, laying the foundation for her extensive career in law. Her academic journey continued with a Master of Arts in Restorative Justice from Eastern Mennonite University, completed in 2007, further enriching her understanding of conflict resolution.
In her practice, Waugh specializes in mediation, holding certifications in both Virginia and West Virginia. Her focus areas include General District Court and Juvenile and Domestic Relations Court in Virginia, as well as Family Court in West Virginia. This specialization allows her to address a variety of legal matters, including family disputes, workplace conflicts, and estate settlements. Waugh is also certified as a mentor in Virginia, demonstrating her commitment to guiding new legal professionals in their careers. As the founder of Waugh Law & Mediation, her offices are located at 15 North King Street in Leesburg, Virginia, and 202 North Charles Street in Charles Town, West Virginia.
The firm provides many mediation services, addressing issues such as elder law, small business disputes, real estate, housing, and civil cases involving personal injury or negligence. In addition to mediation, Waugh offers legal services that include unbundled legal assistance, representation in negotiations, and support with personal injury and insurance claims. Brenda Waugh is actively involved in the legal community. She is a member of the West Virginia State Bar and has held significant positions, including serving on the West Virginia Supreme Court Oversight Board and chairing the West Virginia State Bar Commission on Children and the Law. Her dedication to juvenile justice is evident through her membership in the West Virginia Juvenile Justice Committee, where she advocates for the rights and well-being of children in the legal system.
Recognized for her contributions to the legal profession, Waugh is a fellow of the West Virginia Bar Foundation, a distinction awarded to only about 400 lawyers and judges in the state. She has also played a vital role in organizing and participating in mediation training programs sponsored by the West Virginia State Bar. As a member of the Virginia Mediation Network and the Collaborative Divorce Professionals of West Virginia, she continues to foster collaboration and innovation in mediation practices. Fluent in English, Waugh remains dedicated to serving her clients with integrity and expertise.
