A Trusted Advocate For Nearly 40 Years
Richard J. Serpe is a highly respected Virginia personal injury lawyer with nearly 40 years of experience fighting for the rights of injured victims.
He has built a reputation for compassionate, aggressive representation—especially in dog attack cases.
Dedicated to Protecting Dog Bite Victims
Dog attacks can lead to serious injuries, emotional trauma, and costly medical bills. Richard Serpe understands the devastating impact these incidents have on victims and their families.
With an in-depth knowledge of Virginia’s dog bite laws, Richard helps victims hold negligent dog owners accountable. Whether the case involves severe lacerations, rabies shots, or permanent scarring, he fights tirelessly to ensure clients receive the justice they deserve.
Why Choose the Law Offices of Richard J. Serpe, PC for Your Dog Bite Case?
- Extensive Experience: Over three decades of personal injury law, including dog bite and animal attack claims.
- Proven Results: Millions recovered for victims of negligence, including significant dog bite settlements.
- Personalized Attention: Every case is handled with care, compassion, and dedication.
- No Fee Unless We Win: Clients only pay if we successfully recover compensation for them.
About the Serpe Firm
Located in Norfolk, Virginia, the Serpe Firm focuses on personal injury cases, with a special emphasis on dog bite claims. Richard J. Serpe and his team understand the complexities of these cases and work diligently to help victims recover compensation for medical expenses, lost wages, pain and suffering, and future care needs. We have been helping victims of personal injuries across the state of Virginia for decades.
AWARDS AND RECOGNITION
- Best Lawyers in America® (2005 – Present)
- Personal Injury Lawyer of the Year (Norfolk 2020)
- Personal Injury Litigation – Plaintiffs
- Admiralty and Maritime Law
- Martindale-Hubbell law directory: AV-Preeminent (highest rating)
- “Super Lawyer”: top 5% of lawyers in Virginia (2006 – Present)
- Avvo.com: Rated 10/10 – “Superb”
EDUCATION AND COURT ADMISSIONS
Richard Serpe is a 1986 order of the coif graduate of Tulane University, having also obtained a master’s degree in maritime law from Tulane University in 1991. He has been awarded Proctor status from the Maritime Law Association of the United States. He has successfully represented clients under the Jones Act and the general maritime law.
- B.A. (Econ.) 1983 University of Virginia
- J.D. (Law) 1986 Tulane Law School
- LL.M (Maritime) 1991 Tulane Law School
Richard Serpe has successfully tried lawsuits in state and federal courts and resolved cases for victims in Georgia, Louisiana, Missouri, North Carolina, New York, Ohio, and Virginia. Mr. Serpe has been a member of the United States District Court for the Eastern District of Louisiana since October 14, 1986. He has represented clients before the Louisiana and Virginia Supreme Courts and appeared before the Fourth, Fifth, and Sixth Circuits of the U.S. Court of Appeals.
Richard Serpe is admitted to practice in Virginia, Texas, and Louisiana.
- Virginia State Bar (1991)
- Virginia Supreme Court (1992)
- State Bar of Texas (1987)
- Texas Supreme Court (1985)
- Louisiana State Bar (1986)
- Eastern District of Louisiana (1986)
- US Court of Appeals, Fifth Circuit (1986)