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Wolcott Rivers Gates, Attorneys at Law Pro

4.9
1686 reviews

4417 Corporation Lane, Suite 400, Virginia Beach, VA 23462, U.S.A.

Banking and Finance, Bankruptcy and Restructuring, Business Contracts and 35 more

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About Wolcott Rivers Gates, Attorneys at Law

Established in 1895, Wolcott Rivers Gates is a preeminent law firm and a full service law firm, located in Virginia Beach, Virginia. We serve clients throughout Virginia and North Carolina.

Wolcott Rivers Gates is a leading law firm located in Virginia Beach, Virginia with a deep heritage of providing skilled, thoughtful representation to our clients. Our lawyers are experienced in their respective areas, and our size allows us to provide a wide variety of legal services.

From business law and litigation to family law and estate planning, our lawyers offer dedicated representation in a range of legal matters. Because we practice in an array of legal areas, many of our clients who begin working with us on an initial engagement find that they have to look no further for assistance with all of their legal needs. It is not unusual for our clients, and their families, to build lifelong relationships with Wolcott Rivers Gates.

Our lawyers enjoy making a positive difference in people’s lives, offering sound guidance, solid support and attentive personal service to private individuals and businesses. When you step through our doors, our attorneys and staff offer a welcoming, comfortable environment full of people who are ready to meet your needs and exceed your expectations.

When it matters most, know that the attorneys and staff of Wolcott Rivers Gates are here to help.

 

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Champion Badge Silver

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Champion Badge Gold

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Champion Badge Platinum

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Wolcott Rivers Gates, Attorneys at Law got this award in 2021

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Wolcott Rivers Gates, Attorneys at Law got this award in 2021

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DUI/DWI
Posted by Cedric
September 08, 2025
Hired Attorney Mark A. Andrews

Mark took the time and explained everything with my case and everything turned out like he said I was very pleased with him and would definitely recommend to any one. He is very professional knowledgeable and easy to work with.

DUI/DWI
Posted by Sherise
September 03, 2025
Hired Attorney Mark A. Andrews

Very good and professional. He made sure he had all the information needed for the case and found missing and false information. Mark is not only an amazing lawyer but an amazing person all around. Thank you so much

DUI/DWI
Posted by anonymous
August 05, 2025
Hired Attorney Mark A. Andrews

I recently worked with Mark Andrews on a DUI and reckless driving case, and I cannot recommend him enough. From the very beginning, he was professional, knowledgeable, and reassuring during one of the most stressful times of my life. Mark explained every step of the process clearly and kept me informed throughout. In court, his confidence and expertise were evident—he handled everything seamlessly, which gave me a lot of peace of mind. He also treated me with respect and never made me feel judged, which meant a lot. Thanks to his hard work, my case had a much better outcome than I expected. If you’re looking for an attorney who truly cares about his clients and knows how to deliver results, Mark Andrews is the person to call.

 
DUI/DWI
Posted by Jamel
June 18, 2025
Hired Attorney Mark A. Andrews

I can't express enough how grateful I am for Mark A. Andrews and his team. Facing a DUI charge was one of the most stressful experiences of my life, but from our first consultation, Mark's professionalism and genuine care put me at ease. His extensive experience gave me confidence that he knew every angle of the law. Mark took the time to explain the process, answer my questions, and keep me informed every step of the way. His communication was prompt and clear, which was invaluable during such a challenging time. Thanks to his dedication and expertise, my case was resolved with a favorable outcome. I truly believe that without Mark's representation, the result could have been far worse. If you're in need of a DUI attorney who combines legal prowess with compassion, I wholeheartedly recommend Mark A. Andrews.

 
Traffic Violations
Posted by Taneisha
May 30, 2025
Hired Attorney Mark A. Andrews

Working with Mark Andrews was a great experience! He was understanding, very knowledgeable, consistent and compassionate! He made it seem that this was more than just a case for him. He showed how much he cared and respected my son’s and my situation! He made me and my son feel comfortable with being in court for the first time! Not only did he provide great legal service he also asked about my son’s accomplishments in school and sports, complimenting him on his success! It seemed as if this was more personable and not just business! I recommend Mark Andrews and would hire him again if needed! By the way he WON and my son’s ticket got dismissed! Thank you Mr. Andrews

 
Traffic Violations
Posted by Michael
May 23, 2025
Hired Attorney Mark A. Andrews

I had the pleasure of having Mark Andrews for a traffic case. He was knowledgeable about every aspect of this case. He was very good at communicating with me. This is an attorney you want on your side. He won my case when it was th last thing i thought possible. He definitely wasnt the most expensive or the cheapest, his experience was priceless. Thank you again Mr. Andrews

 
General Practice
Posted by anonymous
May 23, 2025
Hired Attorney Mark A. Andrews

I hired Mr. Andrews to represent me in a reckless driving case, and I couldn’t be more thankful for the outcome. He was able to get my charge reduced from Reckless Driving 89/60 (a misdemeanor) to Speeding 79/60 (an infraction), which saved me from major penalties and long-term consequences. Throughout the case, Mr. Andrews was clear, professional, and helpful. He responded to all of my questions quickly, explained every step of the process. I really appreciated how honest and straightforward he was, and how much effort he put into getting me the best result possible. If you’re looking for someone who knows the law, communicates well, and truly has your back, I highly recommend Mr. Andrews and his firm.

 
Traffic Violations
Posted by James
May 05, 2025
Hired Attorney Mark A. Andrews

Mark Andrews represented me for a speeding ticket I received. I of course had to be pulled over by the most by the book cop in the city. Mark was able to successfully get my ticket reduced to improper equipment and I paid a $30 fine. I would strongly suggest you contact Mark for any of your legal needs. Not only did he save me a ton of money added to my car insurance, you could tell he actually cared about my situation.

 
DUI/DWI
Posted by Valerie
February 08, 2025
Hired Attorney Mark A. Andrews

I would highly recommend Mr. Andrews and his law firm. He was always easy to get in touch with and communicated by both email and by phone. He took the time to respond to my many questions in a prompt and professional manner. He also explained our legal questions so that it made sense to us. My family met with several lawyers and felt like Mr. Andrews was the best choice. We had a serious situation and I didn't want to look back and have any regrets. We had to have the best lawyer's we could find. I am pleased with the outcome of our trial and very thankful for Mr. Andrews. We received excellent legal advice and I know that we had the right lawyer for the job. I will always be thankful for his help and I greatly appreciate everything he did us.

 
Criminal Law
Posted by Leigh
January 27, 2025
Hired Attorney Mark A. Andrews

To start, I had gotten a high recommendation from a very close friend of mine that Mr. Andrews could easily provide everything I needed to get the results I was looking for with my case. Not only did he do that, but he went even further than expected. He was very patient with my circumstances which weren't favorable I'm sure, and also provided the correct insight to make sure I did what was needed. The stress that the case has caused had subsided once I had spoken to him, and I never had any issues whatsoever until the very end with him nor his personal assistant Jessica, which was awesome. I'll definitely recommend him to anyone I know that needs any legal assistance, and if I ever need help again I will not hesitate to contact him. Outstanding individual without a doubt.

 
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Areas of Law

  • Banking Law 2
    • Banking and Finance
    • Credit Unions
  • Bankruptcy 1
    • Bankruptcy and Restructuring
  • Business Law 4
    • Business Contracts
    • Community Associations
    • Franchising
    • New Business Formation
  • Family Law 3
    • Child and Spousal Support
    • Child Custody
    • Divorce and Family Law
  • Debtor and Creditor 1
    • Collections and Creditors' Rights
  • Commercial Law 1
    • Commercial Real Estate
  • Construction Law
  • Criminal Law 3
    • Criminal Defense - State and Federal
    • DUI Defense
    • Vehicular Manslaughter
  • Eminent Domain
  • Labor and Employment 1
    • Employment Law for Employers
  • Environmental Law
  • Taxation 2
    • Estate and Gift Taxation
    • Tax Law
  • Trusts and Estates 3
    • Estate Planning
    • Guardianship and Conservatorship
    • Wills, Trusts and Estate Administration
  • Real Estate 2
    • Hotels and Hospitality
    • Residential Real Estate
  • Immigration
  • Zoning, Planning and Land Use 1
    • Land Use and Zoning
  • Litigation
  • Mergers, Acquisitions and Divestitures 1
    • Mergers and Acquisitions
  • Personal Injury 1
    • Personal Injury and Wrongful Death
  • White Collar Crime 1
    • White Collar Criminal Defense
  • Other 6
    • Elder Law and Medicaid Services
    • Leasing and Landlord / Tenant
    • Overweight Citations and Hauling Violations
    • Regulatory Compliance and Export Controls
    • Representation for Schools
    • Will Disputes and Fiduciary Litigation

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  • Firm History
    Year Established

    1895

  • Representative Clients

    Counsel for: Ford Motor Co.
    Approved Attorneys for: Lawyers Title Insurance Corp.; Stewart Title & Settlement.

    Representative Clients: Air Coastal, LLC; Beasley Enterprises, Inc.; Branch Banking & Trust Co. of Virginia; Bush Construction Corp.; Citicorp Acceptance Co., Inc.; Coastal Pacific Food Distributors, Inc.; Elizabeth City State University; E.V. Williams, Inc.; Ford Motor Co.; Ford Motor Credit Company; General Motors Acceptance Corporation; Heritage Bank & Trust; Jared Foundation, Inc.; Land America; Mercedes-Benz Credit Corporation; Military Distributors of Virginia Management Company; Nissan Motor Acceptance Corporation; PGA Tour Golf Course Properties, Inc.; Rauch & Company; Resource Bank; Sun Trust Bank; Stewart Title Guaranty Co.; Tournament Players Club of Virginia, Inc.; Valley Foodservice and Poultry; Virginia National Gas; Volvo Finance North America, Inc.
    Approved Attorneys for: American Title Insurance; Chicago Title Insurance Co.; First American Title Insurance Co.; Lawyers Title Insurance Corp.; Ticor Title Insurance Co.; Stewart Title & Settlement.

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4.9
1686 reviews

4417 Corporation Lane, Suite 400Virginia Beach, VA 23462U.S.A.

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  • Tuesday 8:30 AM - 5:30 PM
  • Wednesday 8:30 AM - 5:30 PM
  • Thursday 8:30 AM - 5:30 PM
  • Friday 8:30 AM - 5:30 PM

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