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COVID-19: Court Closures & Legal Info in Roanoke, VA

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COVID-19 has impacted the lives of many in and around Roanoke. As the situation continues to evolve, Roanoke Criminal Attorneys wants to reassure our clients and the community that we are taking this situation seriously, and putting safety measures in place that prioritize the health and well-being of our clients and staff. We also want to ensure you get the answers and consummate legal guidance you expect.

As a firm, we are carefully monitoring and adhering to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), Virginia Department of Health, other government agency guidance, and staying abreast of any changes or updates.

Roanoke Criminal Attorneys, and our staff have been advised on the practical measures to help stem the tide of COVID-19, including regular hand washing, the use of hand sanitizer, frequently disinfecting commonly touched areas, and social distancing whenever possible. This involves in person meetings following the CDC distance requirements, using phone conferences, and communicating via phone and e-mail.

If you are an existing client and have a question about your case in light of the COVID 19 pandemic, please call (540) 343-9349 or contact us online. We are available and will be in touch as soon as possible.

We’re Available & Working

Our attorneys and staff are working hard to address your needs and questions.

We are operating normally, and want to assure our clients that nothing will get lost in the shuffle. Our entire staff is monitoring calls, responding to requests, working on rescheduling hearings and staying on top of deadlines.

We Will Keep You Informed

We know how serious your case is and will work to ensure these unprecedented events do not unfairly impact your legal issue.

If the situation continues to progress, we will explore all available options to provide you with the best possible representation. This may include using video depositions, testimony, and e-document submission, and other tools and technologies should the need arise.

We are closely monitoring all client deadlines, court closures, and will continue to keep you updated. We are in the process of contacting clients with rescheduling info. Courts are pretty busy at the moment, so it may up to a week before you hear from us.

Virginia Court Closures & Suspended Services

All circuit and district courts are closed statewide until April 6.
There is an exception for emergencies and bond hearings. In addition, all deadlines are tolled and extended for 21 days.

  • The full Judicial Order can be viewed here.
  • You can find information on appellate and local Virginia court closures here.

You Can Always Reach Roanoke Criminal Attorneys

We take your rights seriously. Your case and the dedicated service Roanoke Criminal Attorneys provides will not be interrupted despite this uniquely challenging time. We appreciate your patience and we will continue to bring you updates.

We are meeting with clients as needed and taking phone consultations for those seeking our services. Our lawyers and staff are available at (540) 343-9349.

We’re All In this Together

We hope that you and your families are safe. Thank you for your patience and flexibility. We truly appreciate your choice in deciding to work with an attorney who will stand by you and fight for you no matter what. We look forward to continuing to work together to resolve your current and future legal issues.