The firm ranks among the oldest law firms in Southeastern Virginia, dating back to 1889 when W.D. Pender established his lega ... l practice in Norfolk. Today, Pender & Coward is a full service law firm with more than 30 talented attorneys representing individuals, governmental entities and businesses of all sizes throughout the Commonwealth of Virginia and Coastal North Carolina. Although headquartered in Hampton Roads, the firm connects clients with local knowledge and experience in all 50 states and in all corners of the globe through our established affiliation with MERITAS, an alliance of independent law firms covering every major city worldwide. Our motto is "Service. Integrity. Results." Adherence to that motto transcends the legal services we provide, whether in complicated business law and contract negotiation, complex litigation, estate planning or family law. Our full service firm proactively strives to meet each client's evolving needs. We believe in strong relationships and long term partnerships with businesses and individuals. Our attorneys are dedicated to each client's best interests and provide first rate legal services at a very fair value. For more information, please visit https://www.pendercoward.com/. read more