

Kaufman & Canoles, P.C.
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4801 Courthouse St Ste 300, Williamsburg, VA 23188, United States
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About Kaufman & Canoles, P.C.
Kaufman & Canoles, P.C. is a full-service business law firm with a history spanning over a century. Founded in Norfolk, Virginia, in 1919, the firm was officially established in its current form in 1982 through the merger of Kaufman & Oberndorfer and Canoles, Mastracco, Martone, Barr and Russell. The firm operates with a mindset of confidence, collaboration, and commitment to excellence, guided by its motto "We can. And we will."
With nearly 100 attorneys, Kaufman & Canoles serves clients from seven offices located across Virginia and North Carolina. The firm is recognized for its responsiveness, legal excellence, and exceptional client service, striving to understand client goals and provide practical, tailored solutions.
Kaufman & Canoles offers a comprehensive range of legal services, including:
- Estate, Trust & Wealth Transfer
- Labor & Employment
- Real Estate Claims & Title Insurance Solutions
- Data Privacy and Security
- Bankruptcy, Creditors' Rights & Business Restructuring
- Business Taxation
- Family Law
- Intellectual Property
- Litigation
- White-Collar Defense and Government Investigations
The firm is deeply rooted in the Mid-Atlantic's business community and is committed to giving back to its communities.
From the firm’s website
- Attorneys
- Brandon S. Allred — Member | Chair of Real Estate Strategies
- Cassidy L. Atchison — Associate
- Anthony W. Basch — Member | Co-Chair of Corporate & Public Finance
- Clark J. Belote — Member
- Dale Truitt Berrett — Member | Chair of Family Law
- John M. Bredehoft — Member
- Patrick M. Brogan — Of Counsel
- Kristan B. Burch — Member | Chair of Government Contracts & Construction | Co-Chair of Intellectual
- Sara E. Burns — Associate
- John J. Chappell III — Of Counsel
- Vonda W. Chappell — Member | Managing Director
- L. Darden T. Copeland — Associate
- Services listed
- Alcoholic Beverage, Artificial Intelligence, Bankruptcy, Creditors' Rights & Business Restructuring, Business Taxation, Commercial, Consumer Finance, Corporate & Public Finance, Data Privacy and Security, Eminent Domain, Environmental Law, ESOPs, Benefits & Compensation, Estate, Trust & Wealth Transfer
- Founded
- 1919
- Offices
- 501 Independence Parkway, Suite 100, Chesapeake, Virginia 23320
- 11815 Fountain Way, Suite 400, Newport News, Virginia 23606
- 150 W. Main Street, Suite 2100, Norfolk, Virginia 23510
- 4350 Lassiter at North Hills Ave., Suite 350, Raleigh, North Carolina 27609
- Two James Center, 1021 East Cary Street, Suite 1400, Richmond, Virginia 23219
- Awards & recognition
- Kaufman & Canoles Named to 2026 Top Workplaces by Inside Business
- Kaufman & Canoles Named BTI Associate Satisfaction A-Lister 2026
- Shirley E. Beacham Selected as Unsung Legal Hero for 2025
- L. Scott Seymour Named as Virginia's Go To Business Tax Law Lawyer
- Colin P. McCarthy Named to BTI's Client Service All-Stars 2025
- Kaufman & Canoles Named to 2025 Top Workplaces by Inside Business
- Jason R. Davis Selected to the Inside Business 2025 Power List
- Kristan B. Burch Named as Virginia's Go To Business Litigation Lawyer
Source: kaufcan.com · checked October 17, 2026. Lawyers Near Me hasn’t independently verified these details.
Hours of Operation
- Monday
- 8 am–5 pm
- Tuesday
- 8 am–5 pm
- Wednesday
- 8 am–5 pm
- Thursday
- 8 am–5 pm
- Friday
- 8 am–5 pm
- Saturday
- Closed
- Sunday
- Closed
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Kaufman & Canoles, P.C. — Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Kaufman & Canoles, P.C. located?+
Kaufman & Canoles, P.C. is located at 4801 Courthouse St Ste 300, Williamsburg, VA 23188, United States. Use the "Get Directions" link on this page to navigate there.
What kind of cases does Kaufman & Canoles, P.C. handle?+
Kaufman & Canoles, P.C. handles Real Estate, Bankruptcy, Business Law, Estate Planning. Confirm that they cover your specific legal matter during your first consultation.
How do I contact Kaufman & Canoles, P.C.?+
Call Kaufman & Canoles, P.C. at +1 757-259-3800 or visit their website. Many firms offer a free or low-cost initial consultation.
Is Kaufman & Canoles, P.C. well rated?+
Kaufman & Canoles, P.C. has a 4.6-star rating based on 7 Google reviews. Ratings are sourced from Google and shown for reference.
Client Reviews
5 reviews- Aelesia Flynn· via Google5 years ago
- Joe Hause· via Google5 months ago
- Patricia Mcsherry· via Google
Excellent legal representation
3 years ago - Richard Dorman· via Google
Glad they were there when I needed an attorney. They were recommended by several friends.
6 years ago - L R· via Google
I have visited Kaufman and Canoles offices in Williamsburg and Norfolk. People are always very nice and atmosphere is always warm. Lota of smiling faces.
5 years ago
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