Atty. Charles Patrick Tench

Atty. Charles Patrick Tench

Charles Patrick Tench is a lawyer practicing criminal defense, dui/dwi, traffic violations and 8 other areas of law. Charles received a B.A. degree from Randolph-Macon College in 2004, and has been licensed for 19 years.

Newport News Newport News 19 yrs experience 19 year
Call (948) 209-5009 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About Charles Patrick Tench at a glance

Charles Patrick Tench is a dui/dwi, divorce, wills, personal injury, and criminal defense attorney based in Newport News, Virginia. They have 19+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2007. Admitted to practice in Virginia (2007). Educated at University of Richmond (J.D., 2007) and Randolph-Macon College (B.A., 2004). Active member of Fauquier County (Secretary, 2009) and Virginia Bar Associations Virginia Trial Lawyers Association Virginia Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers. Serands clients in Newport News, VA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Charles Patrick Tench is a lawyer practicing criminal defense, dui/dwi, traffic violations and 8 other areas of law
  • Charles received a B.A. degree from Randolph-Macon College in 2004, and has been licensed for 19 years
  • Charles practices in Newport News, VA

Practice Areas Explained

Charles Patrick Tench's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Charles Patrick Tench handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

DUI / DWI Defense

Find experienced DUI and DWI defense attorneys near you. Compare verified profiles, read client reviews, and consult about your case for free.

Charles Patrick Tench is one of 29,976 dui/dwi attorneys indexed nationally. Browse dui/dwi attorneys in Virginia →

Divorce

A divorce attorney guides you through property division, spousal support, custody, and the final decree — contested or uncontested.

Charles Patrick Tench is one of 50,487 divorce attorneys indexed nationally. Browse divorce attorneys in Virginia →

Wills

Charles Patrick Tench is one of 34,541 wills attorneys indexed nationally. Browse wills attorneys in Virginia →

Personal Injury

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.

Charles Patrick Tench is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Virginia →

Criminal Defense

A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.

Charles Patrick Tench is one of 214,270 criminal defense attorneys indexed nationally. Browse criminal defense attorneys in Virginia →

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 Newport News 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.

Looking for additional Virginia attorneys? Browse all attorneys in Newport News or all attorneys in Virginia.

Frequently Asked

Common questions about Charles Patrick Tench

Where is Charles Patrick Tench's law office located?
Charles Patrick Tench's law practice is located in Newport News, Virginia. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Charles Patrick Tench handle?
Charles Patrick Tench focuses on dui/dwi, divorce, wills, personal injury, criminal defense. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Virginia.
How long has Charles Patrick Tench practiced law?
Charles Patrick Tench has 19+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2007.
Where did Charles Patrick Tench go to law school?
Charles Patrick Tench earned their education at (J.D., 2007); (B.A., 2004).
How can I contact Charles Patrick Tench for a consultation?
You can contact Charles Patrick Tench 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.

Education

J.D.
University of Richmond
- 2007
B.A.
Randolph-Macon College
- 2004

Bar Admissions

Virginia
Admitted: 2007

Reviews

These reviews belong to platform users; they do not constitute advertisement or promotion for the attorney. Opinions are published for informational purposes only.

No reviews yet.