Atty. C. Thea Pitzen

Atty. C. Thea Pitzen

C. Thea Pitzen maintains a busy general civil litigation defense practice with a focus on defending hospitals, physicians, dentists, nurses, and other health care providers in malpractice cases and regulatory investigations.

Norfolk Norfolk 17 yrs experience 17 year
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Profile Summary

About C. Thea Pitzen at a glance

C. Thea Pitzen is a Principal based in Norfolk, Virginia, practicing at Goodman Allen Donnelly. They have 17+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2009. Their practice focuses on medical malpractice and health care. Admitted to practice in Georgia (2009), Florida (2010), District of Columbia (2013), and Virginia (2016). Educated at Emory University (J.D., 2009) and New York University (B.A., 2004). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Norfolk, VA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • C. Thea Pitzen maintains a busy general civil litigation defense practice with a focus on defending hospitals, physicians, dentists, nurses, and other health care providers in malpractice cases and regulatory investigations
  • She also regularly provides risk management advice and counsel to health care providers and assists practitioners with licensing questions
  • She has experience representing clients in both state and federal courts throughout the Commonwealth of Virginia

Practice Areas Explained

C. Thea Pitzen's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases C. Thea Pitzen handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Medical Malpractice

Medical malpractice lawyers represent patients harmed by negligent doctors, hospitals, and other providers. Free case review, no fee unless you win.

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Health Care Law

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Virginia

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 Norfolk 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 andnue, 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.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about C. Thea Pitzen

Where is C. Thea Pitzen's law office located?
C. Thea Pitzen's law practice is located in Norfolk, Virginia. The firm is Goodman Allen Donnelly. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does C. Thea Pitzen handle?
C. Thea Pitzen focuses on medical malpractice, health care. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Virginia.
How long has C. Thea Pitzen practiced law?
C. Thea Pitzen has 17+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2009.
Where did C. Thea Pitzen go to law school?
C. Thea Pitzen earned their education at (J.D., 2009); (B.A., 2004).
How can I contact C. Thea Pitzen for a consultation?
You can contact C. Thea Pitzen directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has C. Thea Pitzen received?
C. Thea Pitzen's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Emory University
- 2009
B.A.
New York University
- 2004

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Georgia
Admitted: 2009
Florida
Admitted: 2010
District of Columbia
Admitted: 2013
Virginia
Admitted: 2016

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