Virginia residents facing military law issues have access to attorneys who specialize in UCMJ defense, courts-martial, military administrative actions, VA benefits, and military discharge upgrades. The legal framework in Virginia differs from other states in important ways, and the attorneys listed here have experience navigating Circuit Court proceedings and the specific regulations that govern military law cases in this jurisdiction.

The statute of limitations for military law matters in Virginia is generally 2 years, 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 military law in Virginia bring jurisdictional expertise that general practitioners often lack.

Choosing the right military law 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 military law 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.

William La Salle III - Attorney
0/5 (0 reviews)
Glow In The Dark Law®; Thrive IP®
 5401 Netherby Lane Suite 1201 North Charleston SC 29420
(757) 542-3094
Charleston School of Law (2017)
4th Circuit Bar
Unknown Status
Arbitration & Mediation Business Law Cannabis & Marijuana Law
Paul C. Galanides - Attorney
0/5 (0 reviews)
Law Office of Paul C. Galanides
 1561 E. Main Street Richmond VA 23219
(804) 918-8643
University of Kentucky College of Law (1992)
4th Circuit Bar
Active License
Animal & Dog Law Appeals & Appellate Cannabis & Marijuana Law
Sandra Kay Drewniak - Attorney
0/5 (0 reviews)
Sandra Kay Drewniak Law
 1223 N Lee Hwy Suite 182 Lexington VA 24450
(540) 838-3387
Regent University School of Law (1994)
English, Spanish
Virginia Bar
Active License
Criminal Law Domestic Violence DUI & DWI
Donald Marcari - Attorney
0/5 (0 reviews)
 501 Baylor Ct Suite 200 Chesapeake VA 23320
(757) 963-2800
Campbell Law School (1985)
U.S. Court of Appeals for Armed Forces Bar
Active License
Military Law Personal Injury
Peter Kageleiry - Attorney
0/5 (0 reviews)
 4445 Corporation Lane, Suite 173 Virginia Beach VA 23462
Boston College (1998)
Wisconsin Bar
Unknown Status
Appeals & Appellate Criminal Law Military Law
Yancey Ellis - Attorney
0/5 (0 reviews)
Carmichael Ellis & Brock, PLLC
 108 N. Alfred Street, 1st Floor Alexandria VA 22314
(703) 684-7908
George Mason University School of Law (2002)
Virginia Bar
Unknown Status
Criminal Law Military Law White Collar Crime
Eric Bradley Stone - Attorney
0/5 (0 reviews)
Eric Stone Law, PC
 700 Princess Anne St Fredericksburg VA 22401
(540) 657-0111
George Mason University School of Law (1990)
English
Virginia Bar
Unknown Status
Criminal Law Divorce DUI & DWI
Eric Leckie - Attorney
0/5 (0 reviews)
Invictus Law
 1240 Perimeter Parkway Suite 404 Virginia Beach VA 23454
(757) 337-2727
Naval Postgraduate School (2012)
English
Virginia Bar
Active License
Criminal Law Domestic Violence DUI & DWI
Robert Louis Wegman - Attorney
0/5 (0 reviews)
 392 Battlefield Blvd., Suite 202 Chesapeake VA 23322
(757) 482-5205
New York Law School (1992)
English, German, Spanish
Virginia Bar
Unknown Status
Criminal Law Domestic Violence DUI & DWI
Shawn M Cline - Attorney
0/5 (0 reviews)
Law Office of Shawn M. Cline, PC
 4445 Corporation Ln Suite 202 Virginia Beach VA 23462
(757) 209-2328
University of Florida (1999)
English
Virginia Bar
Unknown Status
Criminal Law Domestic Violence DUI & DWI
Matthew Westcott Smith - Attorney
0/5 (0 reviews)
 Bush Corporate Center 485 McLaws Circle Williamsburg VA 23185
(757) 903-2665
College of William and Mary (1996)
Colorado Bar
Unknown Status
Business Law Divorce Employment Law
Joy Premo - Attorney
0/5 (0 reviews)
 600 Massie Rd Charlottesville VA 22903
(434) 971-3304
Washington Bar
Unknown Status
Business Law Criminal Law Gov & Administrative Law
Gregory Todd Isham - Attorney
0/5 (0 reviews)
 Battalion Ave Fort Hood TX 76544
(254) 423-7567
The University of Texas School of Law (2013)
Texas Bar
Unknown Status
Criminal Law Gov & Administrative Law Military Law
Barbara Kelly-Kerrane - Attorney
0/5 (0 reviews)
 9275 Gunston Rd Fort Belvoir VA 22060
Judge Advocate General s Legal Center and School (2019)
Texas Bar
Unknown Status
Family Law Gov & Administrative Law Military Law
Charles Koutras - Attorney
0/5 (0 reviews)
 4130 Stanley Rd 604 San Antonio TX 78209
St. Mary s University School of Law (1997)
Texas Bar
Unknown Status
Criminal Law Gov & Administrative Law International Law
Eduardo Alberto Palomo - Attorney
0/5 (0 reviews)
 9275 Gunston Road Room 2025 Fort Belvoir VA 22060
(703) 693-0802
South Texas College of Law (2010)
Texas Bar
Unknown Status
Criminal Law Gov & Administrative Law Military Law
Michael Eric Bahm - Attorney
0/5 (0 reviews)
 8404 Chillum Court Springfield VA 22153
(571) 256-2925
South Texas College of Law (2001)
Texas Bar
Unknown Status
Criminal Law Gov & Administrative Law Immigration Law
Joshua Bryan Banister - Attorney
0/5 (0 reviews)
 5659 Ridge View Dr Alexandria VA 22310
(559) 824-8139
Pepperdine University School of Law
California Bar
Unknown Status
Criminal Law Gov & Administrative Law Military Law
Deborah Nelson Arthur - Attorney
0/5 (0 reviews)
 Deborah N Arthur, Lawyer 7411 Alban Station Ct., Suite B265 Springfield VA 22150
(703) 658-6050
George Mason University School of Law (1979)
Virginia Bar
Unknown Status
Bankruptcy Divorce Elder Law
Jeffrey Stephen Dietz - Attorney
0/5 (0 reviews)
 2530 Crystal Dr Arlington VA 22202
(713) 320-0570
Judge Advocate General s Legal Center and School (2010)
Texas Bar
Unknown Status
Criminal Law Gov & Administrative Law International Law
Col. Tiffany Ann Dawson - Attorney
0/5 (0 reviews)
 1420 Air Force Pentagon Rm 5D116 Washington Dc VA 22202
(703) 614-8227
The University of Texas School of Law (2001)
Texas Bar
Unknown Status
Criminal Law Employment Law Family Law
Jonathan S. Gelber - Attorney
0/5 (0 reviews)
 201 Park Washington Ct 1st Floor Falls Church VA 22046
(703) 237-1200
George Mason University School of Law (1984)
English
Maryland Bar
Unknown Status
Arbitration & Mediation Bankruptcy Business Law
Claudine Marie Andola - Attorney
0/5 (0 reviews)
 1805 Bellgrove St Lakeland FL 33805
(813) 365-8571
Syracuse University College of Law (1998)
Florida Bar
Unknown Status
Criminal Law Employment Law Gov & Administrative Law
Robert John Preston II - Attorney
0/5 (0 reviews)
 5810 Kingstowne Center Ste 120 Alexandria VA 22315
(703) 697-2248
George Washington University (2003)
Texas Bar
Unknown Status
Arbitration & Mediation Bankruptcy Business Law
Melinda L. Perritano - Attorney
0/5 (0 reviews)
 8725 John J. Kingman Road Suite 1644 Fort Belvoir VA 22060
(571) 767-6088
St. Mary s University School of Law (1990)
Texas Bar
Unknown Status
Gov & Administrative Law Military Law
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