Atty. Eric K. Washburn

Atty. Eric K. Washburn

Mr. Washburn is a Hampton Roads native and has spent the majority of his life calling Hampton Roads his home.

Virginia Beach Virginia Beach 16 yrs experience 16 year
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Profile Summary

About Eric K. Washburn at a glance

Eric K. Washburn is a Partner based in Virginia Beach, Virginia, practicing at Shapiro, Washburn & Sharp. They have 16+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2010. Their practice focuses on dui/dwi, car accidents, drug crimes, medical malpractice, and wrongful death. Admitted to practice in Virginia (2010) and North Carolina (2012). Educated at Thomas M. Cooley Law School (J.D., 2010) and James Madison University (B.S.B.A., 2001). Active member of Virginia Beach Bar Association, North Carolina Bar Association. Serands clients in Virginia Beach, VA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Mr. Washburn is a Hampton Roads native and has spent the majority of his life calling Hampton Roads his home
  • He graduated from Bishop Sullivan Catholic High School in 1997 Mr. Washburn graduated from James Madison University in Harrisonburg, Virginia, where he graduated in 2001 with a B.B.A. in Finance
  • In 2010, Mr. Washburn graduated from Thomas M. Cooley Law School in Lansing, Michigan.From 2011-2013, Mr. Washburn served the citizens of Danville, Virginia as an Assistant Commonwealth's Attorney
  • Mr. Washburn gained invaluable trial experience in all types of criminal matters, including violent felonies, property crimes, narcotic possession and distribution and DUI and traffic offenses
  • Mr. Washburn utilizes his experience as a former prosecutor defending those charged with misdemeanors, felonies, and traffic infractions
  • Mr. Washburn's main focus is to put his client's needs first and make sure his client's rights are protected at all times
  • Mr. Washburn is licensed in the following courts:All Virginia state courtsAll North Carolina state courtsUnited States District Court for the Eastern District of VirginiaHe is a member of both Virginia and North Carolina State Bar Associations
  • He is an active member in the Virginia Trial Lawyers Association and the Virginia Beach Bar Association

Practice Areas Explained

Eric K. Washburn's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Eric K. Washburn handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

DUI / DWI Defense

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Car Accidents

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Drug Crimes

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Medical Malpractice

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Wrongful Death

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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 Virginia Beach 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 Eric K. Washburn

Where is Eric K. Washburn's law office located?
Eric K. Washburn's law practice is located in Virginia Beach, Virginia. The firm is Shapiro, Washburn & Sharp. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Eric K. Washburn handle?
Eric K. Washburn focuses on dui/dwi, car accidents, drug crimes, medical malpractice, wrongful death. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Virginia.
How long has Eric K. Washburn practiced law?
Eric K. Washburn has 16+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2010.
Where did Eric K. Washburn go to law school?
Eric K. Washburn earned their education at (J.D., 2010); (B.S.B.A., 2001).
How can I contact Eric K. Washburn for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Thomas M. Cooley Law School
- 2010
B.S.B.A.
James Madison University
- 2001

Bar Admissions

Virginia
Admitted: 2010
North Carolina
Admitted: 2012

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