C. Frank Hilton Retires from Practice

After 42 successful years as a trial lawyer, Frank Hilton, a Partner at Wharton, Aldhizer & Weaver (WAW), has retired from the practice of law. Frank was a Partner at WAW for over thirty years.

Meet Nicole Faut: WAW’s Newest Harrisonburg Lawyer

HARRISONBURG, VA – Wharton Aldhizer & Weaver PLC welcomes Rockingham County native, Nicole Faut, to our law firm as a new Associate.

Meet Seth J. Kott: WAW’s Newest Harrisonburg Attorney

HARRISONBURG, VA – Wharton Aldhizer & Weaver PLC is pleased to announce the hiring of a new Associate serving on our Harrisonburg team — Seth J. Kott. Get to know him.

Jeromy J. Henning Joins WAW as Newest Harrisonburg Lawyer

HARRISONBURG, VA – Wharton Aldhizer & Weaver PLC is pleased to announce the hiring of a new Associate on our Harrisonburg team — Jeromy Henning.

Meet Wil Russell: WAW’s Newest Staunton Attorney

STAUNTON, VA – The Virginia law firm of Wharton Aldhizer & Weaver PLC is proud to welcome a new Associate at the firm, Charles “Wil” Russell.

The Best Lawyers in America Names 6 Attorneys to their Annual List

Six attorneys with over 245 years of combined experience were named in The Best Lawyers in America 2026 edition.

WAW Announces the Newest Additions to Our Law Firm

Three new associates will be joining the law firm of Wharton Aldhizer & Weaver PLC in September, and we’re pleased to introduce them to our clients and community.

G. William “Bill” Watkins Retires from Practice

After 51 years, G. William “Bill” Watkins has decided to retire from his law practice.

Gindhart Receives the Significant Service Award

On Thursday, June 12th, Emily M. Gindhart was presented with the Significant Service Award at the Virginia State Bar’s Annual Meeting.

Watkins Receives the Tradition of Excellence Award

On Friday, June 13th, G. William “Bill” Watkins was presented with the Tradition of Excellence Award at the Virginia State Bar’s Annual Meeting.

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2017 Legal Elite Attorneys

Virginia Business Magazine’s 2017 Legal Elite names 16 WAW attorneys to their annual list. Virginia Business Magazine has named 16 WAW attorneys to their Legal Elite list…
WAW attorney Lucas Pangle

Lucas I. Pangle Honored for Pro Bono Work

Pangle was one of three local attorneys recognized for his extraordinary pro bono work done on behalf of Blue Ridge Legal Services. Lucas I. Pangle was one of three local attorneys…
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Wharton Aldhizer & Weaver PLC ranked in 2018 “Best Law Firms”

U.S. News & World Report and Best Lawyers, for the eighth consecutive year, announce the "Best Law Firms" rankings. Wharton Aldhizer & Weaver PLC has been ranked in…
WAW attorney, Briana A. Stevens

Briana A. Stevens Joins the Firm

The law firm of Wharton Aldhizer & Weaver PLC is pleased to announce that Briana A. Stevens has joined the firm. Briana A. Stevens received her J.D. from West Virginia University…
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$3.5 Million Verdict Obtained by Wharton, Aldhizer & Weaver, PLC

Wharton, Aldhizer & Weaver, PLC attorneys, Frank Hilton and Humes J. “Tripp” Franklin, III, obtained a $3.5 Million verdict for their client in a medical malpractice case …
WAW attorney Daniel Fitch

Daniel Fitch Recognized as “Lawyer of the Year” and “Top 100 in Virginia”

Daniel Fitch was recently recognized as “Lawyer of the Year” by Best Lawyers and “Top 100 in Virginia” by Super Lawyers. Best Lawyers, the oldest and most respected…
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The Best Lawyers in America Names 8 Attorneys to their Annual List

Eight attorneys with over 300 years of combined experience were named in The Best Lawyers in America 2018 edition. Selected by their peers, the attorneys were recognized in…
WAW attorney, Ashley H. Waterbury

Waterbury Appointed Interim Town Attorney

Wharton Aldhizer & Weaver is pleased to announce that the Town of Mount Crawford recently appointed Ashley Waterbury to serve as its interim Town Attorney. Wharton Aldhizer…
WAW attorney, Ginger T. Chapman

Ginger T. Chapman Joins WAW

The law firm of Wharton Aldhizer & Weaver PLC is pleased to announce that Ginger T. Chapman has joined the firm. Ginger T. Chapman received her J.D. from Roger Williams…
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Virginia Super Lawyers 2017

Five Wharton Aldhizer & Weaver PLC attorneys have been named Virginia Super Lawyer/Rising Stars for 2017.  Four attorneys were named Super Lawyers, which is an annual publication…