Avery T. Waterman Jr.

Avery T. Waterman Jr. has been consistently acknowledged by his peers in The Best Lawyers of America from 2007 to 2023 for his proficiency in Personal Injury and Medical Malpractice across Southeast Virginia. Notably, he has been named "Lawyer of the Year" six times in the past decade, demonstrating his leadership in the field.

Waterman Law Centers has achieved the prestigious "Metropolitan Tier 1" Best Law Firms ranking by U.S. News & World Report for 2021, 2022, and 2023. The firm operates three offices in Williamsburg, Newport News, and Hampton, Virginia.

Mr. Waterman has been listed in Virginia Super Lawyers for 16 consecutive years, from 2008 to 2023. Additionally, he has been a charter member of The National Trial Lawyers' "Top 100 Trial Lawyers in Virginia" for 14 years and holds a life membership in the Multi-Million Dollar Advocates Forum. His accolades also include America's Top 100 Attorneys' "Lifetime Achievement Award" and recognition as a "High Stakes Litigator."

Renowned for handling complex cases involving "first impression" and other sophisticated legal issues, Mr. Waterman has secured numerous favorable published opinions. He has successfully argued a dozen appeals in both state and federal courts, with his legal briefs and case precedents widely utilized by other attorneys.

With over 40 years of experience, Mr. Waterman brings invaluable skills and credibility to his clients. His published articles and frequent speaking engagements at legal education programs further underscore his expertise.