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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  on August 24, 2017. The plaintiff’s spouse, a 45-year old 10th grade biology teacher, wife and mother of two, died in 2012 after a deep vein thrombosis in […]

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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 peer-review publication in the legal profession, has named Daniel Fitch as the “Charlottesville Best Lawyers Personal Injury Litigation – Defendants Lawyer of the Year” for 2018.  Only […]

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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 the following categories: Daniel L. Fitch – personal injury litigation – defendants Charles F. Hilton – medical malpractice law – defendants, personal injury litigation – defendants, professional […]

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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 & Weaver is pleased to announce that the Town of Mount Crawford recently appointed Ashley Waterbury to serve as its interim Town Attorney during its June council meeting. […]

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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 University School of Law and her undergraduate degree from the University of the Virgin Islands. Ginger worked as lead scientist for Fish & Wildlife Service heading […]

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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 only selecting five percent of the attorneys in the state to be included in their select list.  WAW also had an attorney named to the Rising Stars list.  […]

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Bar Honors Late Attorney – Daily News-Record Article

Local Bar Honors the Late George R. Aldhizer, Jr. – By Pete DeLea – March 25, 2017 HARRISONBURG — George Raymond Aldhizer Jr. worked hard at everything he did. He was known as a stellar attorney, including a 23- year stint as Rockingham County’s attorney. Aldhizer was also a successful cattle farmer. But, most of […]

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2016 Legal Elite Attorneys

Virginia Business Magazine has named 14 WAW attorneys to their Legal Elite list for 2016 in the following areas of law: Jeffrey R. Adams – Taxes/Estates/Trusts/Elder Law Derek J. Brostek – Civil Litigation Lauren R. Darden – Labor and Employment Daniel L. Fitch – Intellectual Property Humes J. “Tripp” Franklin, III – Family & Domestic Relations Charles […]

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Hodge and Yoder Named 2017 “Lawyers of the Year”

Best Lawyers, the oldest and most respected peer-review publication in the legal profession, has named Glenn M. Hodge as the “Charlottesville Best Lawyers Real Estate Law Lawyer of the Year” and P. Marshall Yoder as the “Charlottesville Best Lawyers Collaborative Law:  Family Law Lawyer of the Year” for 2017.  Only a single lawyer from each […]

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Wharton Aldhizer & Weaver PLC ranked in 2017 “Best Law Firms”

U.S. News & World Report and Best Lawyers, for the seventh consecutive year, announce the “Best Law Firms” rankings. Wharton Aldhizer & Weaver PLC has been ranked in the 2017 U.S. News – Best Lawyers® “Best Law Firms” list regionally in 15 practice areas. Firms included in the 2017 “Best Law Firms” list are recognized […]

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Why Architects, Contractors & Customers Need A Harrisonburg Lawyer.

Construction and real estate law are complex practices that require a detail-oriented Harrisonburg lawyer to protect what’s in your best interest.
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Our Law Firm Was Voted One Of The Best!

We are so proud and honored that our Shenandoah Valley law firm was voted one of the best in the region.
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Andrew Fox Is Joining Our Harrisonburg Law Firm!

We are pleased to announce the hiring of Andrew Fox to our Harrisonburg law firm. Andrew will be starting at WAW in September and brings with him a strong academic background that will be an asset to our team.
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Welcoming Emily Gindhart To Our Harrisonburg Law Firm!

We’ve got a new associate joining our Harrisonburg law firm in September and we’re pleased to introduce her to our clients and community.
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Nicholas Martinez Will Be Joining Our Harrisonburg Law Firm.

Our Harrisonburg law firm continues to grow and we’re pleased to announce the hiring of Nicholas Martinez, a 2021 graduate of Washington & Lee University School of Law.
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Virginia Super Lawyers, Rising Stars Names Three Wharton Aldhizer & Weaver PLC Attorneys to their Annual Lists

Three Wharton Aldhizer & Weaver PLC attorneys have been named Virginia Super Lawyer/Rising Stars for 2021.
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Virginia Supreme Court Revives Sexual Assault Victim’s Claims Against The Church of God for Former Pastor’s Post-Retirement Acts

Virginia Supreme Court ruled that the Virginia and international branches of the Church of God could still be liable for the acts of a former Church of God pastor.
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Why Good Retirement Planning Starts With A Harrisonburg Lawyer.

Retirement planning can be complicated, but partnering with a Harrisonburg lawyer can make it easier
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An Attorney Details The Long-Term Medical Implications Of An Accident.

Getting in an accident is scary and sometimes the shock you experience in the moment can mask physical injuries.
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Are You Carrying Enough Car Insurance? Advice From An Experienced Lawyer.

When you’re a lawyer, people ask you lots of questions on a wide-range of subjects. One of the most prevalent questions is, “how much car insurance should I carry.”