Christopher J. Pitera

Christopher J. Pitera is a seasoned trial attorney at Cannella & O’Neal, focusing on personal injury law in Glen Allen, Virginia. He advocates for individuals who have suffered injuries through no fault of their own, handling cases across the Commonwealth of Virginia. His practice areas include auto and trucking accidents, wrongful death, Uber/Lyft incidents, DUI-related accidents, premises liability, and nursing home abuse or neglect. Additionally, Chris represents both adults and minors harmed in group homes due to neglect and human rights violations.

With over a decade of experience, Chris is committed to securing the best possible recovery for his clients. His work has been recognized in Virginia Lawyers Weekly for several noteworthy cases. Before joining Cannella & O’Neal, Chris served as an Assistant Attorney General with the Virginia Attorney General’s Office. In this role, he successfully tried numerous civil cases to verdict, settled hundreds more, and recovered millions for his clients.

Chris is an active member of the American Association for Justice, Virginia Trial Lawyers Association, Virginia State Bar, and Richmond Bar Association. His professional excellence has been acknowledged by Super Lawyers, naming him a Rising Star for three consecutive years (2021-2023).

Chris earned his undergraduate degree from the State University of New York – Stony Brook, graduating magna cum laude and as a member of the Honors College. Before attending law school, he gained valuable experience as a White House and Congressional intern. He later received his law degree from Liberty University School of Law.