Brian Damas Thoman

Thoman Law, P.L.L.C is a boutique law firm, headed by an experienced former prosecutor, that focuses on Criminal Defense, Traffic Defense, DUI Defense, Divorce, Child Custody, Wills, Powers of Attorney, Medical Directives, Adoption, Personal Injury, and General Civil Litigation cases. The mission of the firm is to provide the best possible representation and service for our CLIENTS. Great customer service, flexible office hours, and payments plans are always available. Call for a free consultation! 757-447-4090

Managing Partner, Brian Thoman began practicing law in the Hampton Roads area after earning his law degree from the Regent University School of Law in 2006. After graduating, he practiced in the areas of criminal defense, traffic / DUI defense, family law, civil litigation, and bankruptcy. In July of 2007, Mr. Thoman became prosecutor for the Commonwealth of Virginia, and worked in the Newport News Office of the Commonwealth Attorney. During his tenure as a prosecutor, Mr. Thoman handled a variety of cases including criminal and traffic misdemeanors, juvenile and domestic crimes, drug possession and distribution crimes, white color felonies, arson, and violent adult felonies, such as burglary, robbery, all types of felonious assault, rape, and murder. During his 5 1/2 years as a prosecutor, Mr. Thoman successfully tried or negotiated THOUSANDS of cases in front of the General District Courts, Juvenile & Domestic District Courts, and Circuit Courts in the Commonwealth of Virginia.

Mr. Thoman is licensed to practice in all courts in the Commonwealth in Virginia, The United States District Court, Eastern District of Virginia, and The United States District Bankruptcy Court, Eastern District of Virginia. He is a Member of the American Bar Association, The Virginia Bar Association, and the Newport News Bar Association.

Mr. Thoman has taught attorneys, law enforcement officers, and law students at the Newport News Police Academy in seminars, and internships on various topics including criminal law and procedure, trial litigation skills and techniques, evidence, constitutional law, insurance fraud prosecution and investigation, and arson prosecution and investigation. He also participates in ongoing legal education programs to stay current on the latest information, changes and innovations in legal issues.

Brian D. Thoman, Esq.

4176 South Plaza Trail, Suite 234, Virginia Beach, VA 23452

11815 Fountain Way, Suite 300, Newport News, VA 23606

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• Free Consultation
  Yes 30 Min. to 1 Hour, depending on the case type.
• Credit Cards Accepted
  All Major Credit Cards
• Contingent Fees
  Availabe on some cases.
• Rates, Retainers and Additional Information
  Hourly ($200-$350/hour; depending on the case type), Retainer (Sometimes)

Virginia

Managing Partner

Thoman Law, PLLC

2013 - Current

Sr. Assistant Commonwealth's Attorney

Office of the Commonwealth's Attorney

2007 - 2013

Lead arson prosecutor for the Newport News Commonwealth's Attorney's Office. Conducted jury trials on murders, assaults and maimings, robberies, firearm charges, B & E's, and Drug offenses. Worked with victims and witnesses in developing prospective criminal complaints and cases. Worked with investigators to help develop the factual basis' of cases to prepare for trial, direct the investigation, and to determine if additional evidence would be required. Extensive experience advising law enforcement officers on criminal law and procedure. Instructor at the Newport News Police Academy. Presented thousands of cases to the General District, Traffic, J&DR, and Circuit Courts, as well as accomplished in identifying cases for plea agreements and negotiating with opposing counsel.

Associate Attorney

Law Offices

2006 - 2007

Criminal defense, traffic / DUI defense, family law, civil litigation, and bankruptcy.

Regent University School of Law

J.D. | Law

2003 - 2006

University of Strasbourg, France

International Law

2004 - 2004

Gettysburg College

B.A. | Political Science / American Government & Law

1995 - 2000

Award for Outstanding Contribution to Law Enforcement

Newport News Police Department

2012

National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

Member

2013 - Current

Newport News Bar Association

Member

2010 - Current

Virginia Bar Association

Member

2006 - Current

American Bar Association

Member

2006 - Current

Homeowners Association

Treasurer

2010 - 2012

License to Practice Law

Virginia State Bar