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Wayne E. Holcomb
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Summary
Let me be the first to welcome you to Holcomb Law. Our firm is devoted to public outreach and education about the legal system, and I have written several articles and e-books on a variety of topics, including divorce, child custody, mediation, reckless driving, DUI defense, criminal defense and expungement of criminal records. We will provide this information to you, free of charge. Contact us any time to schedule your initial strategy meeting with one of our experienced attorneys. You might not be happy now, probably not, but I can almost guarantee that you will be happy with your Counsel here. - You Matter Here.
Practice Areas
- Family Law
- Criminal Law
- Divorce
- Arbitration & Mediation
- DUI & DWI
- Personal Injury
Additional Practice Area
- Reckless Driving Defense
Fees
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Credit Cards Accepted
American Express, Visa, MasterCard, Discover, Diners, Debit Cards. -
Contingent Fees
In certain types of cases, we will work on a contingency basis. -
Rates, Retainers and Additional Information
In certain circumstances, we will agree to work for you on a flat fee basis. Ask us to explain this new approach to legal representation. It may work for you. We have partnered with a well-established local finance company who will discuss with you financing your lawsuit or defense for an affordable monthly payment. This has proven to be a very valuable tool for clients.
Jurisdictions Admitted to Practice
- Virginia
Languages
- English: Spoken, Written
- Spanish: Spoken, Written
Professional Experience
- Owner
- HOLCOMB LAW, P.C.
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- Managing Partner
- Holcomb & Carmines, P.C.
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- Founder
- Poquoson Law Group, P.C.
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- Associate Attorney
- Pender & Coward, P.C.
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- Pilot, Legal Officer
- U.S. Navy
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Education
- Regent University School of Law
- J.D. (2008) | Litigation
- - present
- Old Dominion University
- MBA (2001) | Business Admin/Dispute Resolution
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- Oral Roberts University
- B.A. | Literature
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- Baker University
- Pre-medicine
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Awards
- Inc. 5000 Series D.C. Metro
- Inc Magazine
- Holcomb Law is #238 on this year’s Inc. 5000 Series D.C. Metro list.
- 2020 Best of Yorktown
- Yorktown Award Program
- Best of Family Law, Criminal Law, Mediation - Peninsula
- 2019 Daily Press Choice Awards
- Best Workplaces
- Inc Magazine
- Holcomb Law is one of the highest-scoring businesses, with standout employee engagement
- Businesses with Fun and Fulfilling Company Cultures/BEST PLACES TO WORK AWARDS
- CoVa Biz Magazine
Professional Associations
- Regent University
- Adjunct Professor
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- Super Lawyers
- "Rising Star"
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- Trial Masters
- Lifelong Member
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- American Academy of Trial Attorneys
- Premier 100 Virgina
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- Poquoson City School Board
- Member
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- Virginia Trial Lawyers Association
- Member
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- National College for DUI Defense
- Member
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- American Association of Premier DUI Attorneys
- Member
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- Court Appointed Special Advocates Newport News (CASA)
- Board President
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- Virginia Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers
- Member
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- Newport News Bar Association
- Member
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- York/Poquoson Bar Association
- Member
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- Virginia State Bar
- Attorney
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- York/Poquoson Bar Association
- President
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- Kiwanis, Poquoson Chapter
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- Conflict Resolution Center, Norfolk, Virginia
- Board Member
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Publications
Articles & Publications
- Book: How Much Trouble Am I In Now?! (The Shocking Truth About Reckless Driving in Virginia)
- Create Space Publishing
- Child Custody 101: What Are My Rights As a Custodial Parent?
- Expungement in Virginia: Why Do I Care?
- Charged with a Crime in Virginia: What do I do Now?
- 1800criminaldefense.com
- Top Five Reasons You Might Need a Family Law Attorney
Speaking Engagements
- Challenges in Military Divorce , Mediation Training Bananza , Norfolk, VA
- Conflict Resolution Center, Norfolk, Virginia
- Training for non-attorney mediators in the peculiarities of military divorce.
Certifications
- Virginia General Mediator--Certified 2004
- Virginia Suprembe Court Program
- Virginia Family Mediator--Certified 2004
- Virginia Supreme Court Program
- Virginia Mediator Mentor
- Virginia Supreme Court Program
Holcomb Law - Wayne D. Holcomb
Legal Answers
33 Questions Answered
- Q. I got married abroad. When I immigrated to the U.S. in 1994, my wife did not come. Lost touch, can I get a divorce?
- A: Very unusual and interesting question. The answer is yes, and we have worked through one of these before here in my firm. Would take too long to outline the process on this site. Contact a good family law firm, and they will be able to help. My best to you.
- Q. In VA. Divorce- Complaint ent to def. by sheriff and was posted. Def. gave no response after 21 days...what do I do now?
- A: If you have verification that the Complaint was served by the Sheriff, it is possible that the certificate of service from the Sheriff did not make it to the Judge's file? Or was there question about the address? There is also a general requirement to follow posted service with a mailing. Without more information, it is difficult to understand why the service wasn't accepted. That aside, you are allowed have the Complaint served again--this time perhaps by a private process server and served to the defendant personally. Our best to you.
- Q. Is it possible to get a divorce case transferred from another state to Va? If so, would the court make that determinat?
- A: Certainly if you agree, you can dismiss your divorce suit in another state and, in essence, move it to Virginia--to file after you have lived here for at least 6 months. Even if you both do not agree, in some cases, the party that started the suit, can dismiss it there and refile here in VA. The best move for you now is to contact a VA family law attorney and run the facts by him or her for a more specific recommendation. Our best to you.
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