Atty. Michael A. Cole
Michael A. Cole is a lawyer practicing estate planning, plaintiffs litigation, insurance defense litigation and 2 other areas of law.
Estate Planning & More Attorney · Serving Norfolk, VA · 42+ Years Experience
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About Michael A. Cole at a Glance
Michael A. Cole is a Retired Partner based in Norfolk, Virginia, practicing at Woods Rogers Vandeventer Black. They have 42+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1984. Their practice focuses on trusts, estate planning, workers comp, litigation, and insurance. Admitted to practice in Georgia (Inactive) (1984), U.S. Supreme Court (1991), and Virginia (2005). Educated at University of Virginia (J.D., 1984) and University of Virginia (B.A., 1981). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of State Bar of Georgia Virginia State Bar Danville Bar Association Virginia Association of Defense Attorneys. Serves clients in Norfolk, VA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Michael A. Cole
- Michael A. Cole is a lawyer practicing estate planning, plaintiffs litigation, insurance defense litigation and 2 other areas of law
- Michael received a B.A. degree from University of Virginia in 1981, and has been licensed for 42 years
- Michael practices at Woods Rogers Vandeventer Black in Norfolk, VA
Practice Areas Explained
Michael A. Cole's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Michael A. Cole handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Norfolk.
Trusts in Norfolk
Michael A. Cole is one of 103,428 trusts attorneys indexed nationally. Browse trusts attorneys in Virginia →
Estate Planning & Probate in Norfolk
An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.
Michael A. Cole is one of 224,789 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in Virginia →
Workers Compensation in Norfolk
Workers compensation lawyers help injured workers get medical care, lost wages, and disability benefits. Free consult, no fee unless you win.
Michael A. Cole is one of 54,932 workers comp attorneys indexed nationally. Browse workers comp attorneys in Virginia →
Civil Litigation in Norfolk
Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.
Michael A. Cole is one of 450,750 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Virginia →
Insurance Law in Norfolk
Insurance attorneys for coverage disputes, bad faith claims, denied claims, and policy disputes.
Michael A. Cole is one of 120,903 insurance attorneys indexed nationally. Browse insurance attorneys in Virginia →
Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Norfolk
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 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.
Norfolk Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Norfolk-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 Norfolk Choose Michael A. Cole
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 Michael A. Cole's practice in the field of trusts, estate planning, workers comp, litigation, and insurance.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Michael A. Cole brings 42+ 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 Georgia (Inactive), U.S. Supreme Court, and Virginia, Michael A. Cole can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering trusts, estate planning, and workers comp, Michael A. Cole can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Norfolk
A Norfolk-based practice means Michael A. Cole attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
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Common Legal Issues Michael A. Cole Handles in Norfolk
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