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Our approach is rooted in thorough research and a deep understanding of the law, ensuring we are always prepared to advocate effectively for our clients. Beyond the courtroom, we value the relationships we build—with clients, colleagues, and the community—because we know that these connections enhance our practice and contribute to our success.

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Our commitment to excellence and personal approach to legal challenges set us apart. We are dedicated advocates, committed to guiding you through every legal challenge with confidence and care.

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With offices in Ashland and Fredericksburg, we specialize in handling cases for business disputes, civil litigation, criminal law, family & domestic law, personal injury & medical malpractice, and traffic law.

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Civil litigation can be daunting, whether you’re facing a breach of contract, a business dispute, or a conflict with an insurance company, we are dedicated to protecting your rights and achieving favorable outcomes. 
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Carl J. Witmeyer, II, is admitted to practice in the Commonwealth of Virginia and has been successfully litigating cases for over 50 years. His practice is devoted entirely to trial litigation, focusing on the areas of domestic relations and family law, personal injury, civil litigation, and criminal defense. 

Wes Witmeyer is a past President of the Hanover County Bar Association and currently serves as the Chairman for The Hanover Bar Association’s Wills for Heroes Program . He dedicates his practice entirely to trial litigation, concentrating in the areas of family law, traffic and criminal defense, personal injury, collections, civil suits, and simple estate planning. 

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Three Years of Law Up in a Holler

The first thing I learned at the Appalachian School of Law was the preferred pronunciation, according to Grundy locals, of ‘Appalachian.’ The second thing I learned in law school was the preferred pronunciation of ‘Buchanan’ County. Anyone who has ever been to Grundy did not just read those two words; they also heard them. ASL provides an opportunity to many aspiring lawyers from Virginia, West Virginia, North Carolina, Kentucky, and Tennessee; among other states.

Contempt of Court – What To Do

There are numerous Statutes in Virginia that reference the enforceability of prior Court Orders and Contempt proceedings. Specifically, Virginia Code Section 16.1–69.24 indicates that a Judge of a District Court shall have the same powers and jurisdiction as a Judge in the Circuit Court to punish summarily for contempt, but in no case shall the fine exceed $250.00 nor may the imprisonment exceed 10 days for one contempt citation.

Protective Orders—A Shield Or a Sword?

There are three types of Protective Orders. There is an Emergency Protective Order (EPO), Preliminary Protective Order (PPO), and a Protective Order (PO). The general understanding of a Protective Order is that it is a legal Order either issued by a Magistrate or a Judge to protect a person from physical abuse or threatening behavior by another person, usually a spouse or some other family member.

My Experience as a First Year Attorney

I should preface this article with the following disclaimer: I work at The Witmeyer Law Firm, owned by Carl J. Witmeyer, II; my father. That being said, I believe that I have endured the same struggle that all first year attorneys have had to endure following graduation from law school and passing the Bar.
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