2013 - Current
Thoman Law, PLLC
2007 - 2013
Office of the Commonwealth's Attorney
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.
2006 - 2007
Law Offices
Criminal defense, traffic / DUI defense, family law, civil litigation, and bankruptcy.
2003 - 2006
J.D. | Law
2004 - 2004
International Law
1995 - 2000
B.A. | Political Science / American Government & Law
Newport News Police Department
Criminal Appeals, Drug Crimes, Expungement, Fraud, Gun Crimes, Internet Crimes, Sex Crimes, Theft, Violent Crimes
Collaborative Law, Contested Divorce, Military Divorce, Property Division, Same Sex Divorce, Spousal Support & Alimony, Uncontested Divorce
Guardianship & Conservatorship Estate Administration, Health Care Directives, Trusts, Wills
Adoption, Child Custody, Child Support, Father's Rights, Guardianship & Conservatorship, Paternity, Prenups & Marital Agreements, Restraining Orders, Same Sex Family Law
Animal & Dog Bites, Brain Injury, Car Accidents, Construction Accidents, Motorcycle Accidents, Premises Liability, Truck Accidents, Wrongful Death
Virginia State Bar