Lisa Ehrich – Pender & Coward – Virginia Beach, VA

Distinguished Litigation and Employment Attorney

Lisa Ehrich is a highly respected attorney at Pender and Coward, P.C., one of Virginia’s oldest and most prestigious law firms. With over four decades of legal experience, Ms. Ehrich has built a formidable reputation in the fields of litigation, government law, and labor and employment. She earned her Juris Doctor from the University of Pennsylvania Law School in 1982 and has been admitted to practice in Virginia since 1990. Her practice is focused on defending state and local governmental entities, as well as representing businesses in complex employment disputes.

Specialized Legal Expertise

Ms. Ehrich’s extensive experience allows her to handle high-stakes cases with precision and confidence. Her key practice areas include:

• Labor and Employment: defending employers against claims of discrimination, harassment, and wage disputes under Title VII, the ADA, and the ADEA.
• Insurance Defense: Representing insurance carriers and their insureds in personal injury and liability matters.
• Government Law: Advising local government bodies on constitutional issues, civil rights claims, and regulatory compliance.
• Litigation: Managing complex civil litigation in both state and federal courts, including the U.S. Fourth Circuit Court of Appeals.

Recognized for Excellence

Lisa Ehrich’s commitment to her clients and the legal profession has earned her numerous accolades. She has been consistently recognized as one of Coastal Virginia’s Top Lawyers in Labor and Employment. She is also active in the community, having served as Chair of the Board for The Up Center and the City of Norfolk Employee Grievance Panels. Her background as a former law clerk to the Superior Court of Pennsylvania gives her a unique insight into the judicial decision-making process.

‘Service. Integrity. Results. Dedicated to defending the interests of businesses and government entities.’

Premier Town Center Location

Ms. Ehrich practices out of Pender and Coward’s Virginia Beach headquarters located at 222 Central Park Ave, Suite 400. Situated in the iconic Armada Hoffler Tower in the heart of the Virginia Beach Town Center, the office places her at the center of the region’s legal and business hub. Clients visiting the firm can expect a professional, world-class environment that reflects the high quality of legal representation provided by Ms. Ehrich and her colleagues.