Riddle & Hanna, PLC - Newport News, VA

Your Trusted Legal Advocates for Every Phase of Life

Life is complicated, bringing unexpected milestones and legal hurdles that require reliable, steady counsel. Situated at 601 Thimble Shoals Boulevard, Suite 200, in Newport News, Riddle and Hanna, PLC serves individuals, families, and business owners across the Virginia Peninsula and Southside Hampton Roads. Founded on the guiding principle of being your One Firm, For Life, the practice unites more than sixty years of collective legal advocacy. Led by partners Jeffrey F. Riddle, Barbara T. Hanna, and Brooke Bird, the firm combines the energetic capabilities of a large practice with the compassionate, individualized attention of a community-centered boutique.

Comprehensive Domestic Relations and Family Law Guidance

Domestic disputes and marital transitions require both legal toughness in the courtroom and genuine empathy at the consultation table. When family relationships fracture, spouses and parents often need to find an attorney who will fiercely protect their parental rights and financial stability. Practicing as dedicated divorce and family law lawyers, divorce lawyers, child custody lawyers, and child support lawyers, the attorneys at Riddle and Hanna navigate complex family disputes in Newport News Juvenile and Domestic Relations Court and Circuit Court.

Core practice areas and legal services include:

• Contested and uncontested divorce proceedings, separation agreements, and equitable distribution of real estate and retirement assets.
• Child custody and visitation negotiations, defending parental access and creating sustainable shared parenting schedules.
• Child support calculations, spousal support determinations, and post-judgment enforcement or modification actions.
• Estate planning packages designed by skilled estate planning lawyers and wills lawyers, featuring last wills, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives.
• Trust structuring and trust dispute resolution handled by experienced trusts lawyers and probate lawyers.
• Commercial and consumer debt recovery, creditor collections, and breach of contract disputes handled by contract lawyers and business litigation lawyers.
• Comprehensive immigration support managed by dedicated immigration lawyers, family immigration lawyers, and citizenship lawyers.

Thorough Estate Planning and Sensitive Probate Litigation

Planning for what lies ahead ensures your family will be cared for without unnecessary judicial intervention. The firm prepares clear, enforceable estate documents tailored to your specific life stage, from young couples purchasing their first home to seniors requiring long-term care arrangements. When inheritance disputes arise or family members contest fiduciary accountings, the firm seasoned trial lawyers step into court to resolve will contests, executor removal petitions, and trust administration disputes with tenacity.

Bilingual Legal Representation for Hampton Roads Diverse Communities

Communication barriers should never stand between an individual and justice. Riddle and Hanna proudly provides full bilingual legal services in English and Spanish, supported by experienced native Spanish-speaking staff. Whether a client seeks to hire a lawyer for a complex visa adjustment, a landlord-tenant dispute, or an emergency custody petition, the firm ensures every detail is understood without linguistic obstacles. When urgent family or civil issues develop, clients who need a lawyer urgently receive swift, dependable counsel.

Schedule Your Private Consultation in Newport News

From simple document drafting to complex contested courtroom litigation, Riddle and Hanna, PLC remains committed to serving clients through every season of life. With convenient office hours from Monday through Friday and secure client portals, high-caliber legal representation is always accessible. Contact the Newport News office today to schedule your private consultation and secure a steadfast legal partner for life.