Foreclosure Defense law in Virginia covers mortgage default defense, loan modification, short sales, deed in lieu, and wrongful foreclosure claims. When these legal matters arise, having the right attorney can make a significant difference in the outcome. Virginia has its own statutes, court procedures, and legal standards that apply specifically to foreclosure defense cases, and attorneys who practice in Circuit Court regularly understand the nuances that affect how these matters are resolved.

The statute of limitations for foreclosure defense matters in Virginia is generally 5 years written, 3 years oral, though specific deadlines vary by case type. Cases proceed through Circuit Court, and Virginia's state laws may provide protections or requirements that differ from federal standards. The Virginia State Bar sets the professional standards for practitioners, and attorneys who focus on foreclosure defense in Virginia bring jurisdictional expertise that general practitioners often lack.

Choosing the right foreclosure defense attorney in Virginia means evaluating more than just qualifications — it means finding someone who understands the local legal system and has handled similar cases. Use the profiles on this page to compare attorney experience, read client reviews, check office locations, and identify lawyers who offer free initial consultations. Taking the time to compare options can significantly affect your outcome.

Before you choose an attorney, it helps to understand the legal landscape. Read our complete guide to foreclosure defense law in Virginia to learn about filing deadlines, state-specific rules, and what damages or remedies may be available in your case. Then use the directory below to find and compare qualified lawyers across Virginia.

Hunter Hanger - Attorney
0/5 (0 reviews)
Hanger Law
 760 McGuire Place Newport News VA 23601
(757) 351-1510
Regent University (2020)
Virginia Bar
Active License
Bankruptcy Business Law Elder Law
Rory Nugent - Attorney
0/5 (0 reviews)
 585 Grove Street Ste 145 #664 Herndon VA 20170
(703) 239-4487
Virginia Bar
Unknown Status
Business Law Collections Consumer Law
Anna Drake Dunkum - Attorney
0/5 (0 reviews)
Harry Jernigan CPA Lawyers at Law
 827 Diligence Drive Suite 109 Newport News VA 23606
Elon University (2007)
North Carolina Bar
Unknown Status
Bankruptcy Business Law Collections
Joseph Shannon - Attorney
0/5 (0 reviews)
Shannon Firm PLC
 PO BOX 710262 HERNDON VA 20171-0262
(703) 829-7580
University of Miami School of Law (2004)
Virginia Bar
Unknown Status
Bankruptcy Collections Foreclosure Defense
Stephanie Montgomery - Attorney
0/5 (0 reviews)
Montgomery, Kelley, & McKinnon P.L.C.
 5520 Foundation Street Williamsburg VA 23188
(757) 229-8284
University of California - San Diego
English
Virginia Bar
Unknown Status
Divorce Family Law Foreclosure Defense
Mr. Billy B. Ruhling II - Attorney
0/5 (0 reviews)
Troutman Sanders LLP
 1660 International Drive Suite 600 McLean VA 22102
(703) 734-4325
The Judge Advocate General s Legal Center and School (2004)
Virginia Bar
Unknown Status
Appeals & Appellate Bankruptcy Business Law
Mark Stevenson - Attorney
0/5 (0 reviews)
Hanger Law
 760 McGuire Place Newport News VA 23601
(757) 351-1510
Regent University School of Law (2011)
North Carolina Bar
Unknown Status
Bankruptcy Business Law Construction Law
Lenard Myers - Attorney
0/5 (0 reviews)
 440 Monticello Avenue Suite 1876 Norfolk VA 23510
(757) 828-6685
Virginia Bar
Unknown Status
Business Law Consumer Law Foreclosure Defense
Alexander Hamilton Ayers - Attorney
0/5 (0 reviews)
Ayers & Stolte, PC
 710 N Hamilton St Suite 300 Richmond VA 23221
(804) 358-4731
Appalachian School of Law (2005)
English
Virginia Bar
Unknown Status
Bankruptcy Business Law Construction Law
Sean Reilly - Attorney
0/5 (0 reviews)
Hanger Law
 760 McGuire Place , 2nd Floor Newport News VA 23601
(757) 351-1510
Regent University (2016)
English
Virginia Bar
Active License
Bankruptcy Business Law Elder Law
Jeana McMurray - Attorney
0/5 (0 reviews)
Hanger Law
 760 McGuire Place 2nd Floor Newport News VA 23601
(757) 351-1510
Regent University School of Law (2012)
Maryland Bar
Unknown Status
Bankruptcy Business Law Collections
Shikha Parikh - Attorney
0/5 (0 reviews)
Paradigm Law, PLC
 708 Pine Street Herndon VA 20170
(703) 651-6811
Gujarati, Hindi, Urdu
Virginia Bar
Unknown Status
Business Law Consumer Law Foreclosure Defense
John G. Merna - Attorney
0/5 (0 reviews)
The Merna Law Group, P.C.
 7400 Beaufont Springs Drive, Suite 300 Richmond VA 23225
(804) 222-0400
University of Arizona (1995)
English
Bar #33812
Virginia Bar
Active License
Verified
Bankruptcy Foreclosure Defense
John C Morgan Jr. - Attorney
0/5 (0 reviews)
New Day Legal
 98 Alexandria Pike Suite 10 Warrenton VA 20186
(540) 349-3232
George Mason University School of Law (1985)
Bosnian, Croatian, English, German, Serbian, Spanish
4th Circuit Bar
Unknown Status
Bankruptcy Consumer Law Foreclosure Defense
L. Ilaine Upton - Attorney
0/5 (0 reviews)
Upton Law Office
 7369 McWhorter Pl. #412 Annandale VA 22003
(571) 302-4886
Tulane University School of Law
English
Virginia Bar
Unknown Status
Bankruptcy Consumer Law Foreclosure Defense
Ms. Rachel VanHorn - Attorney
0/5 (0 reviews)
Glasser and Glasser, PLC
 Crown Center 580 E. Main Street Norfolk VA 23510
7575335555549
Florida State University College of Law (2005)
Virginia Bar
Unknown Status
Bankruptcy Foreclosure Defense Personal Injury
Lindsay Barton - Attorney
0/5 (0 reviews)
Hanger Law
 760 McGuire Place Newport News VA 23601
(757) 351-1510
University of California - Berkeley
California Bar
Unknown Status
Bankruptcy Business Law Elder Law
Ashley Morgan - Attorney
0/5 (0 reviews)
Ashley F Morgan Law, PC
 9073 Center St Manassas VA 20110
(703) 880-4227
Florida Coastal School of Law (2010)
English, Spanish
Virginia Bar
Unknown Status
Bankruptcy Business Law Foreclosure Defense
Jonathan B Vivona - Attorney
0/5 (0 reviews)
 601 King Street, Suite 400 Alexandria VA 22314
(703) 739-1353
George Mason University School of Law (2008)
Virginia Bar
Unknown Status
Bankruptcy Foreclosure Defense Landlord Tenant
Kristi Cahoon Kelly - Attorney
0/5 (0 reviews)
Kelly Guzzo PLC
 3925 Chain Bridge Rd Suite 202 Fairfax VA 22030
(703) 424-7572
Dickinson College (2003)
English
Maryland Bar
Unknown Status
Consumer Law Foreclosure Defense
Bernard S. Via III - Attorney
0/5 (0 reviews)
 210 Johnson St Bristol VA 24201
(276) 669-4003
University of Richmond School of Law (1978)
English
Tennessee Bar
Active License
Bankruptcy Foreclosure Defense
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