P. Todd Sartwell - Virginia Beach, VA
Attorney at Dickerson & Smith Law Group
Civil Litigation Lawyers in Virginia Beach, VA
115 South Lynnhaven Road Suite 100 Virginia Beach, VA 23452
- Free Consultation
- 1 Super Lawyers®
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21
Years
Experience
Virginia Beach Civil Litigation Lawyer
Updated: 02/28/2026
Areas of Practice
- Civil Litigation
- Criminal Law
- Employment Law
- Federal Courts Practice (Civil and Criminal)
- Estate Planning
- Personal Injury
- Business and Commercial Law
- Family Law
Attorney Information
Overview
With over 20 years in the legal field, P. Todd Sartwell is a seasoned trial attorney known for diligent representation, strategic thinking, and skilled negotiations. A partner at Dickerson and Smith Law Group, he brings decades of experience at both the state and federal levels. Mr. Sartwell’s legal skills and professional reputation have been recognized multiple times by the prestigious Super Lawyer magazine.
Mr. Sartwell’s breadth of knowledge allows him to effectively represent clients with a wide spectrum of legal challenges and he has a varied portfolio of cases; however, his core practice is based in personal injury, family law, criminal defense, employment law (including workers’ compensation), and estate planning. He also provides support for clients during their SSDI Appeal hearings.
Clients value Mr. Sartwell for his practical advice and ability to bring clarity to the legal process. He often takes the lead in negotiations in order to obtain the best outcome for his clients; however, with his extensive trial experience, he does not shy away from courtroom battles when negotiations stall and litigation is the best path forward. Whether defending the accused, fighting for fair compensation after an injury, or navigating complex divorce or custody issues, Mr. Sartwell provides compassionate, tenacious, and results-driven representation.
Awards and Honors
Other Sources of Feedback About P. Todd Sartwell
Included on the 2026 Virginia Super Lawyers list
Past Lists
- 2025 Virginia Super Lawyers list
- 2024 Virginia Super Lawyers list
- 2014 Virginia Super Lawyers list
- 2013 Virginia Super Lawyers list
- 2012 Virginia Super Lawyers list
Education
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Legal Education
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Regent University School of Law,
Virginia Beach,
Virginia
Juris Doctor, 2005
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Regent University School of Law,
Virginia Beach,
Virginia
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Non Legal Education
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Concordia University,
Chicago,
Illinois
M.A. in Psychology, 2001
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Concordia University,
Chicago,
Illinois
Current Employment Position(s)
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Vice President
Classes and Seminars
- Civil Procedure in Personal Injury, NBE
Bar Admissions
- Virginia, 2005
- U.S. District Court Eastern District of Virginia, 2005
- U.S. District Court Southern District of Texas, 2008
Other Affiliations
- American Bar Association (Member)
- Virginia Bar Association (Member)
- Virginia Beach Bar Association (Member)
Fraternities and Sororities
- Kappa Alpha Order
Reviews
Highlights
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4.5 Value
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5.0 Quality of Service
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5.0 Professional Competence
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Verified ClientHired Attorney 2018-2021Mr. Sartwell has handled several things both for me and those I have provided his information. He has never let me down!
Contact
115 South Lynnhaven Road
Suite 100
Virginia Beach, VA 23452
Phone: 757-828-0031
Fax: 757-463-3521
Email: Send a message
- https://www.daviddickerson.com
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http://twitter.com/toddsartwell
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