Hopewell VA Lawyers Riley & Wells for Criminal & Traffic Defense

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Riley & Wells Attorneys-At-Law, PLLC, is a limited liability company that is registered to practice law with the Commonwealth of Virginia State Corporation Commission. Our attorneys are licensed to practice law by the Virginia State Bar. We are a local law firm that represents clients every week before the Hopewell Virginia Circuit, General District, and Juvenile & Domestic Relations District Courts. Virginia is a large state and we believe that clients are better represented by local attorneys who regularly appear before the same Courts.

Hopewell Circuit Court

Clerk

Hon. Tamara J. Ward

Phone/Fax

Phone: (804) 541-2239
Fax: (804) 541-2438

Clerk’s Office Hours

8:30 AM – 4:00 PM

Address

100 E. Broadway
Room 251
Hopewell, VA 23860-2715

Judges

Hon. William Allan Sharrett, Presiding Judge
Hon. William Edward Tomko III, Chief Judge
Hon. Carson E. Saunders Jr.

Terms of Court and General Information

Terms begin, 2nd Tuesday, Feb., Apr., June, Aug., Oct., & Dec.
Motions Day, 2nd and 4th Fridays.
Grand Juries, 1st day of Term.
Civil cases set by praecipe.
Civil Court convenes 9:00 a.m.
Criminal Court convenes 9:00 a.m.
Commissioners in Chancery are utilized in partition suits.
Instructions must be submitted 5 days prior to trial.
Local rules adopted pursuant to Section 8.01-4.
Final Orders will be mailed to all counsel of record and any unrepresented party as soon as they have been entered by the Judge. The preferred practice is to submit self-addressed, stamped envelopes for the return of the certified copies of the Final Order. However, this office will always mail and provide certified copies to all parties whether an envelope has been provided to us or has not been provided to us.

Hopewell General & Juvenile and Domestic Relations District Courts

Clerk

Ms Ellen Taylor Chiasson

Phone/Fax

Phone: (804) 541-2257
Fax: (804) 541-2364

Clerk’s Office Hours

8:00 AM – 4:00 PM

Address

100 East Broadway
Hopewell, VA 23860

General District Judges

Hon. Bruce A. Clark Jr., Presiding Judge, Chief Judge
Hon. Elbert D. Mumphery, Presiding Judge
Hon. Churchill Ridley Bain
Hon. Lyndia P. Ramsey
Hon. Harold Lee Townsend III

Juvenile and Domestic Relations Judges

Hon. Jacqueline R. Waymack, Presiding Judge, Chief Judge
Hon. Christopher B. Ackerman, Presiding Judge
Hon. Wallace W. Brittle Jr., Presiding Judge

Court Schedule

General District
   Monday: Criminal Docket
     8:30 a.m., Bonded Arraignments/ Protective Orders
     9:00 a.m., Video arraignments/bond hearings
     9:30 a.m., Trials/non-attorney cases
     10:00 a.m., Trials/attorney cases
   2nd Monday
     1:00 p.m., City Code Enforcement Cases
     2:00 p.m., Animal Control Cases
   Tuesday - Police Dept. Traffic Docket
     8:30 a.m., Bonded arraignments
     9:00 a.m., Video Arraignments/ Bond Hearings / Non-Attorney 
        Trial Docket
     10:00 a.m., Attorney Docket / Trials
     11:00 a.m., Protective Orders
   Wednesday - Civil Docket
     9:00 a.m., Attorney Cases
     10:00 a.m., Non-attorney cases
     11:00 a.m., Contested cases
     11:30 a.m., Protective Orders
   Thursday - Sheriff's Docket
     8:30 a.m., Bonded arraignments
     9:00 a.m., Video arraignments/bond hearings
     9:30 a.m., Non-attorney public docket
     11:30 a.m., Protective Orders
     1:00 p.m., Attorney cases
   Friday
     10:00 a.m., Protracted civil cases

Juvenile and Domestic Relations District Court
   1st Monday of Month
     9:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m., DSS/Foster care cases
     1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m., DSS/Foster care cases
   Tuesday: 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th
     8:30 a.m., Bonded Arraignments
     9:00 a.m., Protective Orders
     9:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m., Support/Custody/Visitation Cases
     1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.,  Video Arraignments/Bond Hearings/ 
        Contested Support/Custody/Visitation cases
   Wednesday: 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th
     8:30 a.m., Bonded arraignments
     9:00 a.m., Protective orders
     9:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m., Support/custody/visitation cases
     1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m., Video Arraignments/bond hearings/ 
        contested support/ custody/visitation cases
   Thursday
     8:30 a.m., Bonded arraignments
     9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m., Adult/juvenile criminal trials
     1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m., Video Arraignments/ Bond Hearings  / 
        Dispositional cases
     2:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m., Adult/juvenile criminal trials
   Friday: 2nd & 4th
     8:30 a.m., Bonded arraignments
     9:00 a.m.-10:00 a.m., Protective orders
     10:00 a.m. - 12:00 pm.m, DCSE support cases
     1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m., Video Arraignments/ Bond Hearings/ DCSE 
        support cases

Continuance Policy

First continuance granted by Clerk; subsequently granted by Judge.

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4.9

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Riley & Wells Attorneys-At-Law

4.9

Dale Harris

01:55 26 Nov 21

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Pryce Fortune

13:11 23 Nov 21

The firm was incredibly professional and easy to work with and even came recommended by fellow lawyers. Mr. Vinson took my initial call and answered all my questions (of which there were a few) and agreed to represent me. Heather and team were very responsive and communicative through email and things were wrapped up within a week after the court date. Mr. Vinson and team even got my ticket dismissed in Richmond court! Would definitely recommend their services for traffic violations in the area.

eric scott

15:17 17 Nov 21

Very professional and easy to work with. Retainer is very reasonable, especially if you are from out of state and are unaware of Virginia's very strict traffic laws. Very well represented in court and in my case the original offense was downgraded. Cannot recommend Riley & Wells enough.

julie smith

14:36 16 Nov 21

I am very pleased with the outcome. This law firm was professional, efficient and aggressive with my speeding ticket / wreckless driving charge. Everything reduced to a non moving fine only!!!! Initially I shopped around and there were firms that were asking for a lot less BUT you can’t compare the advice , the fight and EFFECTIVENESS you receive !!! DEFINITELY worth it!!!! HIGHLY recommend!!! Wish I could give more than 5 stars!!!

Anh Nguyen

21:09 15 Nov 21

I recently got a reckless ticket going 87mph on a 70mph. As a full time college students and have a part time job I was very stressed/nervous if I can afford the lawyer fees or if I have the time to do additional requirements such as community services. Mr. Cody Remington gave me a flat fee of $1000 to represent me in court. He was able to reduce my charge to non effective equipment. Even though i spent a month of worth of pay check to paid for this and court fees. I’m very thankful for Mr. Remington and the receptionist for always being helpful and definitely learned my lesson.

Camille Johnson

20:50 07 Nov 21

Riley & Wells were not only professional and easy to communicate with, but Mitchell Wells took care of everything for me when it came to court! He made sure I understood everything and did a great job representing me. Highly recommend!

Liza Benton

16:48 07 Nov 21

Riley & Wells Attorney-At-Law made things so easy for me when they accepted my case and decided to represent me for a VA summons I received for going 97/70. As I am not from Virginia and it was inconvenient for me to take a trip back just for court they took that matter into their own hands and were able to attend for me. They managed to get my entire cases dismissed saving me from a conviction of a Class 1 Misdemeanor. They reduced the amount of stress I had for this was my first offense and I was terrified. They kept their promise of giving me their utmost service and I highly recommend recommend their services!

Zachary Martin

16:27 30 Oct 21

Highly recommend. Couldn't have asked for better representation in Petersburg traffic court.

Bryant

16:23 30 Oct 21

Helped me lower my DUI I greatly appreciate them in everything they did. Thank you.

tyran tyran

07:55 18 Oct 21

Mr. Vinson to helped me with a reckless driving ticket.58/35. Both he and his office were responsive, professional and helpful leading up to my court date. He helped me get the best possible outcome in my case. Highly recommend.

Joseph Matthews

14:11 12 Oct 21

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19:31 07 Oct 21

I had a unique situation come up and was shocked that Mitch took my call on a Saturday. He immediately put me at ease and I could tell over the phone that he was a professional. I was not disappointed with the great service we ultimately received and the final resolution. I can't recommend this firm highly enoughBilly W.

lesly morales

21:40 02 Oct 21

Riley & Wells took a huge load off my shoulders as they took my case and decided to represent me for a VA summons I received for going 87/70. As a resident from another state I could not make it to the court date without having to leave work, but they took that matter into their own hands. They fought hard and were able to reduce it to a lesser offense of only going 79/70, saving me from a conviction of a Class 1 Misdemeanor. They reduced the amount of stress I had for this was my first offense and I was terrified. They kept their promise of giving me their utmost service and I highly recommend recommend their services!

Jim Elliott

20:51 04 Sep 21

Ed Riley listened to details about my case, clearly explained to me my options and was up front about what realistic expectations I could have. My traffic violation was dismissed and I only had to go to traffic court, which was the best scenario I could have hoped for in my case. Mr. Riley appeared to have knowledge of and good rapport with the judges in this area. Highly recommended!

frank underwood

20:21 03 Sep 21

I highly recommend this law firm. I got a reckless driving ticket in Dinwiddie County for driving 90 in a 70 mph zone (I was extremely late for work). Cody Remington got it knocked down to a simple speeding infraction, saving me a ton of money in insurance costs and avoiding putting any points on my license. Worth every penny! Sincerely thank you again guys!

Antoine Blunt

14:28 30 Aug 21

Was able to move my court case up a whole month, got my speeding ticket reduced to improper equipment.

Heather Rose

16:56 12 Aug 21

Mitch was very knowledgeable about traffic laws and knew just the right strategy to get our case dismissed. He has a lot of experience with traffic court and put our minds at ease about the case. We’re so glad we had him on our side.

Kshitij V

18:29 11 Aug 21

It was a good experience being represented by Riley & Wells for a reckless driving speeding ticket in Virginia. Mr. Wells was very well prepared and on point with all the possibilities of the outcome of the trial. The result was very much relief for me, with charges being reduced to normal speeding ticket. Rest assured, this firm cares about their clients and their attorneys prepare well for the courtroom. Excellent communication and response from legal assistant Kristin as well. Would recommend this to anyone needing help with speeding or reckless driving speeding tickets in VA.

sean taylor

06:23 03 Aug 21

Was involved in a commercial vehicle accident back in March and although it was a major accident I was only cited with a lane violation. I contacted Riley and wells and received a prompt, professional call from Cody Remington. We discussed the accident and he presented his case. The fee was fair and and I did not need to be present for the trial (live out of state) I was found not guilty and I could not be happier. I would highly recommend Cody Remington as council again. Thank you, sean taylor

Steve Pecoraro

01:37 29 Jul 21

I was charged with reckless driving - speeding 91/70 mph zone. Riley & Wells was able to get the speeding ticket reduced to defective equipment, which is a no points, non-moving, minor traffic infraction. I also did not have to show up to court as Cody represented me there.At the firm I worked with Cody and Kristin, they turned a bad situation into a good one. They were caring, friendly, and responsive to my concerns. I want to thank you, and everyone else in helping me to get the best possible outcome with my case.I highly recommend Riley & Wells, because they're the best!

Alexander Anderson

22:41 21 Jul 21

Expensive but get the job done - 90/70 speeding ticket - reckless driving decreased to a moving violation (infraction) with a ADI Class and simple fine and cost fees. Happy with what they did.

Kayleigh Crandell

19:41 08 Jul 21

Great experience being represented by Mr. Wells.

Countess Hedgpeth

12:38 07 Jun 21

Very impressed with Riley & Wells services. 5 stars across the board. I highly recommend this law firm. They stick to their promises and they are dedicated to serving you. Excellence customer service. Took care of 2 speeding tickets in 1 year with the outcome of no infractions.

Ruby D Johnson

20:04 31 May 21

They have worked with me from the beginning (12/2020) to ending 05/2021) on my case keeping me updated on the status and the outcome. The outcome has been very positive and productive on the charges that were being charged. I am very pleased with everything and I would recommend them to anyone that gets a charge of reckless driving.Thank you Riley & Wells Attorneys-At-Law

Charlie Wiemer

16:13 29 May 21

Contacted Riley & Wells law firm because of a reckless driving ticket and was facing misdemeanor charges. Riley & Wells law firm was very helpful with on point communication. They represented me in court due to being from out of state. Court results were very successful with minimal fines, ticket reduced to speeding 1-9 over and only 3 points on my license. I would highly recommend this firm should you find yourself needing an attorney.