The Ram Law Firm PLLC - Richmond, VA

Fearless Defense for the Most Serious Charges

The Ram Law Firm PLLC is a premier criminal defense practice in Richmond, Virginia, founded in 2020 by the renowned attorney Doug Ramseur. Located in the Glen Forest office park in the Near West End, this firm was built on a foundation of handling the highest-stakes cases imaginable. Doug Ramseur formerly served as the Capital Defender for Central Virginia, where he led a team that successfully defended individuals against the death penalty for 17 years. With the abolition of capital punishment in Virginia, Doug brought his elite trial skills to private practice, establishing a firm dedicated to protecting the lives and liberties of those facing serious criminal accusations. The team, which includes attorneys like Emilee Hasbrouck, brings over 60 years of combined experience to the table. They are known for their collaborative approach, ensuring that every client benefits from the collective wisdom of the entire firm. If you are looking to find a lawyer who has successfully defended the ”worst of the worst” and won, The Ram Law Firm is your ultimate line of defense.

Capital and Felony Defense

The firm specializes in Serious Criminal Defense, including homicide, drug trafficking, and federal crimes. They are experts in the forensic and procedural complexities of major felony cases. Doug Ramseur is a nationally recognized expert in jury selection and has lectured across the country on trial strategies. The firm's attorneys are not afraid to challenge police procedure, test DNA evidence, and fight for the exclusion of illegally obtained proof. They also handle misdemeanors, DUI, and traffic matters with the same level of rigor and dedication they apply to capital cases.

Champions of Justice

The attorneys at The Ram Law Firm are widely recognized as leaders in the legal field. Doug Ramseur has been honored as a ”Leader in the Law” by Virginia Lawyers Weekly, a ”Legal Elite” by Virginia Business, and received the prestigious Defender of Justice Award. He played a key role in the legislative effort to abolish the death penalty in Virginia. The firm is also a fierce advocate for Discovery Reform, fighting to ensure that defendants have access to all evidence against them. When you hire an attorney at The Ram Law Firm, you are hiring a team that views criminal defense not just as a job, but as a moral calling to protect human dignity.

• Founded in 2020: Established by Capital Defender Doug Ramseur.
• Elite Experience: Former Capital Defenders with a perfect record in death penalty cases.
• Award-Winning: Recipients of the Defender of Justice and Bill Geimer Awards.
• Serious Defense: Specializing in murder, federal crimes, and high-stakes felonies.