Stephen P. Pfeiffer

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Stephen P. Pfeiffer: Attorney with Wolcott Rivers Gates, Attorneys at Law
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Biography

Stephen P. Pfeiffer is known locally as the “Go-To-DUI and Criminal Defense Attorney.” Stephen has been published as a coauthor in the in the nationally recognized “Inside the Minds” series by Aspatore Books on The Legality of Search and Seizure in DUI Cases “A Practitioner’s Everyday Insight Into DWI/DUI Defense in Virginia”.

Stephen has an AV® Preeminent Rating – the highest rating available from Martindale-Hubbell, the leading independent attorney rating entity. An AV® Rating signifies that the lawyer has reached the heights of professional excellence. Stephen is consistently selected as “Clients’ Choice” on Avvo.com. Stephen has been consistently recognized by his clients and peers and has obtained the highest rating available in the areas of DUI Defense, Criminal Defense and Federal Criminal Defense work.

Stephen was selected as a member of the National College of DUI Defense Attorneys and has been recognized as one of the top 100 DUI attorneys in Virginia by the National Advocacy for DUI Defense. Stephen is consistently recognized as one of Virginia’s Legal Elite by Virginia Business Magazine as well as being selected as a “Rising Star” by Virginia Super Lawyers. Recently Stephen was selected as Top 40 Under 40 Criminal Defense Lawyers for Virginia by the American Society of Legal Advocates. Additionally, Stephen is a founding member of the American Association of Premier DUI Attorneys. Stephen was recently selected as a “Top 10 Under 40” in the area of Criminal Law by the NACDA. Stephen was the American Bar Association’s 2007 National Champion in Legal Negotiations and serves as an adjunct professor at Regent University School of Law.

With over 500 client reviews on AVVO and over 300 reviews on Google, there is no denying Stephen P. Pfeiffer is a go-to lawyer for DUI Defense. DUI and manslaughter charges are serious and can affect every part of your life. In addition, he is an experienced federal crimes defense lawyer who can help you with these complex cases. Hiring the right attorney can be the difference between going to prison and getting those charges reduced or dismissed. Stephen P. Pfeiffer is NHTSA-Certified in Standardized Field Sobriety Testing and uses his extensive knowledge to turn the tables on the prosecution. Stephen has tried thousands of DUI cases and knows how to attack your case with surgical precision. Stephen takes the accusations against you seriously and will tirelessly fight for you. Stephen P. Pfeiffer personally handles your case from day one until your day in court and won’t pass the responsibility of fighting for your rights off to a less experienced attorney. He’s passionate about protecting his clients and will do everything in his power to make sure your voice is heard in court. Stephen P. Pfeiffer makes all the difference when your future is on the line.

Areas of Practice (3)

  • DUI Defense
  • Criminal Defense - State and Federal
  • Vehicular Manslaughter

Education & Credentials

University Attended:
Carroll College, B.A., summa cum laude, 2004
Law School Attended:
Regent University School of Law, J.D., cum laude, 2007
Year of First Admission:
2007
Admission:
2007, Virginia; 2007, U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Virginia; 2008, U.S. Court of Appeals, Fourth Circuit; 2010, U.S. District Court, Western District of Virginia
Memberships:
Virginia Beach Bar Association; Virginia State Bar; Virginia Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers; National College of DUI Attorneys; American Association of Premier DUI Attorneys; National Advocacy for DUI Defense; American Society of Legal Advocates.
ISLN:
919579185

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Credit Cards Accepted
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Other Information
Free initial consultation, Fixed fees available

Peer Reviews

4.9/5.0 (19 reviews)
Martindale-Hubbell® AV Preeminent Rating Badge
  • Legal Knowledge

    4.9/5.0
  • Analytical Capability

    4.9/5.0
  • Judgment

    4.9/5.0
  • Communication

    4.9/5.0
  • Legal Experience

    4.7/5.0
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Avvo Client Review
5.0/5.0 (1059 reviews)
Client Choice Award Client Champion
Lawyers Client Review
5.0/5.0 (19 reviews)
Platinum Client Champion

Working with this lawyer was a pleasure. Was nervous about my case but he went over it with me in detail and went over our various options and game-plan to win the case. Overall very pleased with the...

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Contact Stephen P. Pfeiffer

Contact Information:

757-974-8422  Phone

757-497-7267  Fax

www.wolcottriversgates.com/our-attorneys/stephen-p-pfeiffer

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