Clancy & Walter, P.L.L.C. - Hampton, VA
Clancy and Walter, P.L.L.C. is an established litigation law firm located in downtown Hampton, Virginia. Founded in 1990, the firm delivers premier courtroom advocacy across criminal defense, family law, divorce, serious traffic offenses, and personal injury litigation. Backed by AV Preeminent peer ratings and former prosecutor insight, partners Timothy Clancy and Doug Walter provide zealous, results-driven legal representation throughout Hampton Roads courts.
Comprehensive Legal Advocacy in Downtown Hampton Since 1990
For more than three decades, Clancy and Walter, P.L.L.C. has provided vigorous legal representation to individuals and families throughout Hampton, Newport News, and the broader Virginia Peninsula. Established in 1990, the firm blends aggressive courtroom advocacy with compassionate client care. Founding partners Timothy G. Clancy, a former Assistant Commonwealth Attorney and Special Assistant United States Attorney, and Doug Walter, a lifelong Hampton resident, bring decades of trial experience to every matter. Whether you need to hire a criminal defense lawyer or find a seasoned family law attorney, the firm delivers strategic counsel grounded in comprehensive courtroom mastery.
Strategic Criminal Defense and Traffic Law Litigation
Facing state or federal criminal charges demands an immediate and decisive defense strategy. Drawing on former prosecutorial experience, the attorneys at Clancy and Walter understand how the government prepares cases and how to dismantle the prosecution evidence. As accomplished criminal defense lawyers, the firm represents clients across a broad range of criminal and traffic matters, including:
- Violent crime defense, assault and battery, and weapons charges
- State and federal drug possession, distribution, and conspiracy offenses
- Driving under the influence, DWI defense, and reckless driving citations
- White-collar financial crimes, embezzlement, and fraud allegations
- Theft, burglary, robbery, and property crime defense
- Sex offenses and sensitive criminal investigations
- Juvenile offenses, school disciplinary proceedings, and expungements
The firm regularly appears in general district courts, circuit courts, the Virginia Court of Appeals, and the United States District Court for the Eastern District of Virginia.
Dedicated Family Law and Divorce Counsel
Domestic matters carry significant financial and emotional consequences. Clancy and Walter helps clients resolve complex family challenges with clarity and dignity. As skilled divorce and family law lawyers, the firm handles contested and uncontested divorce, equitable division of marital assets and retirement pensions, spousal support disputes, and prenuptial agreements. The attorneys work diligently to negotiate constructive separation agreements while remaining fully prepared to litigate complex disputes at trial.
Child Custody and Support Determinations
When children are involved in a domestic separation, establishing a stable and supportive environment is paramount. Partner Doug Walter has decades of focused experience in high-conflict child custody and visitation disputes. The firm advocates fiercely for parental rights, handling legal custody, physical residential arrangements, interstate custody issues, and post-divorce modifications. Additionally, the practice ensures that child support orders accurately reflect Virginia statutory guidelines and the child best interests.
Zealous Personal Injury and Accident Recovery
When negligence leads to debilitating injuries, the attorneys at Clancy and Walter fight to obtain full and fair compensation for medical bills, lost income, and pain and suffering. As dedicated accident and injury lawyers, the firm manages motor vehicle collisions, commercial truck accidents, motorcycle crashes, pedestrian injury cases, and premises liability claims. By maintaining an AV Preeminent rating from Martindale-Hubbell and recognition in Virginia Legal Elite, Clancy and Walter offers clients the highest level of legal capability and ethical integrity.
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Location & Access
Primary Address
Located in the historic Downtown Hampton waterfront district, within close proximity to the Hampton River and various local dining options.
Building Location
This is a professional commercial office building built in 1982, situated on Settlers Landing Road near popular landmarks such as the Virginia Air & Space Science Center and the Hampton Carousel.
Parking Details
A spacious on-site surface parking lot provides plenty of complimentary parking spaces for clients, with additional permissive public parking at the nearby Ruppert Sargent Parking Lot.
Public Transit
Served by Hampton Roads Transit Route 115 (Hampton Transit Center); nearest stop is at Settlers Landing & Hampton Harbor.
Accessibility / Suite Access
Enter through the main front entrance of the professional building on the ground floor. Suite A is located directly on the ground level, offering easy step-free entry for all visitors.