Atty. C. Eric Plumlee
Mr. Plumlee was born and raised in Virginia Beach, graduating from Cox High School before receiving his undergraduate degree from Virginia Tech.
Criminal Law & More Attorney · Serving Chesapeake, VA · 29+ Years Experience
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About C. Eric Plumlee at a Glance
C. Eric Plumlee is a Partner based in Chesapeake, Virginia, practicing at Plumlee, Wooten & Overton, P.C.. They have 29+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1997. Their practice focuses on divorce, dui/dwi, personal injury, criminal defense, and family law. Admitted to practice in Virginia (1997) and U.S. District Court, Eastern and Western Districts of Virginia and U.S. Court of Appeals, Fourth Cir (1997). Educated at Regent University (J.D., 1997) and Virginia Polytechnic (B.S., 1992). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Chesapeake Bar Association (Past President) Virginia State Bar (Member, Criminal Law Section, Family Law Section) Virginia Trial Lawyers Association. Serves clients in Chesapeake, VA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About C. Eric Plumlee
- Mr. Plumlee was born and raised in Virginia Beach, graduating from Cox High School before receiving his undergraduate degree from Virginia Tech
- He worked as a Quality Assurance Engineer in a sheet metal plant before entering into and graduating from the Regent University School of Law
- Mr. Plumlee has been a general practice trial and transactional lawyer since 1997, and has been at the same location since February 1999
- He has handled countless domestic, criminal, traffic and personal injury cases and has appeared on television and radio many times as the legal analyst on a number of high profile cases
- Mr. Plumlee has handled a wide variety of matters from speeding tickets to first degree murder, from personal injury in minor traffic accidents to wrongful death, from uncontested divorces to complicated domestic matters involving custody, support and property distribution as well as many other issues
- He provides individualized attention to each client, understanding the importance of the legal matters with which he has been entrusted
Practice Areas Explained
C. Eric Plumlee's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases C. Eric Plumlee handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Chesapeake.
Divorce in Chesapeake
A divorce attorney guides you through property division, spousal support, custody, and the final decree — contested or uncontested.
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DUI / DWI Defense in Chesapeake
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Personal Injury in Chesapeake
Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.
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Criminal Defense in Chesapeake
A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.
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Family Law in Chesapeake
Family law attorneys handle divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, prenups, and protective orders. Find verified family lawyers near you.
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Chesapeake
Practicing law in Virginia. Legal matters in Virginia are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Chesapeake are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Virginia state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Virginia brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this venue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Virginia courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
Chesapeake Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Chesapeake-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Chesapeake Choose C. Eric Plumlee
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish C. Eric Plumlee's practice in the field of divorce, dui/dwi, personal injury, criminal defense, and family law.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
C. Eric Plumlee brings 29+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in Virginia and U.S. District Court, Eastern and Western Districts of Virginia and U.S. Court of Appeals, Fourth Cir, C. Eric Plumlee can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering divorce, dui/dwi, and personal injury, C. Eric Plumlee can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Chesapeake
A Chesapeake-based practice means C. Eric Plumlee attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
Case Types
Common Legal Issues C. Eric Plumlee Handles in Chesapeake
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