Stephen P. Pfeiffer - Virginia Beach, VA
Attorney at Stephen P. Pfeiffer
DUI Lawyers in Virginia Beach, VA
4417 Corporation Ln Virginia Beach, VA 23462
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- 1 Super Lawyers®
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19
Years
Experience
Virginia Beach DUI Lawyer
Updated: 03/10/2026
Reviews
Customer Reviews for Stephen P. Pfeiffer
Highlights
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5.0 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 2022Mr. Pfeiffer is an exceptional attorney. His level of professionalism is so very refreshing. I put my trust in him immediately. As a first offender and rightfully nervous in regards to the charges against me, I found it comforting discussing my case with him. He never gave me any reason to believe he did not have my best interest at heart. In fact, he gave me every reason to believe that he understood me, understood my personal anxieties and would work his hardest to make sure he could get me the best results possible. I never once doubted his sincerity and he delivered on his word. I will never be able to thank him enough for what he has done for me. Never. And I will continue to recommend him to any and everyone in need.
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Verified ClientHired Attorney 2022RACING / RECKLESS over 130mph I’ve spent thousands on a lawyer just to get little to no fight for me at court. I came across this lawyer through other lawyers recommending him for circuit court. I really wish I had this lawyer from the start, he fought so hard and spent countless days working on my case. Not only was he cheap for a lawyer with his expertise but he had pulled the impossible for me. I was able to get the racing charge dropped and kept my license. This was near impossible especially at the Virginia Beach Court! I highly recommend this lawyer, he brings such positivity to the court and professionalism at the same time. Absolutely will use him again down the road if any unexpected life events happen. Highly satisfied!
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Verified ClientHired Attorney 2021Mr. Pfeiffer did an outstanding job. I got the best out come in my case as possible.
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Verified ClientHired Attorney 2020I would highly Recommend Mr.Pfeiffer, he was honest from the start with us. He told us there was a small chance we could win the case, but he was gonna fight and do what ever was in his power for us to win the case. That is exactly what he did, because of him we won the case. He is not only an amazing lawyer, he is also a very understanding and caring person! If your ever in any legal trouble he is the guy to go too! Thank you, Mr.Pfeiffer for everything you did for us!
Areas of Practice
- DUI
- Criminal Defense
Attorney Information
Overview
Stephen P. Pfeiffer is an aggressive trial lawyer who efficiently and effectively navigates his clients through the legal system. Stephen has published several articles, presented lectures on various areas of the law and has recently been recognized as one of Virginia's Legal Elite by Virginia Business Magazine. Additionally, Stephen was the American Bar Association's 2007 National Champion in Legal Negotiations, as well as being selected as a "Rising Star" by Virginia Super Lawyers.
Stephen P. Pfeiffer is known locally as the “Go-To DUI and Criminal Defense Attorney.” Stephen is a partner at Wolcott Rivers Gates and leads a team of highly talented criminal defense attorneys.
Awards and Honors
Honors
- National Champion, American Bar Association, 2007
- Robert R. Merhige, Jr. National Environmental Law Negotiation Competition Finalist
- Former 2nd District Representative, Board of Governors, Virginia State Bar Young Lawyer's Conference
- Rising Stars, Virginia Super Lawyers Magazine, 2013 - Present
- AV Preeminent Rating, Martindale-Hubbell
- Top 100 DUI Attorneys in Virginia, National Advocacy for DUI Defense
- Legal Elite, Virginia Business Magazine
- Top 40 Under 40 Criminal Defense Lawyers, American Society of Legal Advocates
- Top 10 Under 40, NACDA
- Top 40 under 40, Inside Business
- Fellow, Virginia Law Foundation
Other Sources of Feedback About Stephen P. Pfeiffer
Included on the 2026 Virginia Super Lawyers list
Past Lists
- 2025 Virginia Super Lawyers list
- 2024 Virginia Super Lawyers list
- 2023 Virginia Super Lawyers list
- 2022 Virginia Super Lawyers list
- 2021 Virginia Super Lawyers list
- 2020 Virginia Super Lawyers list
- 2019 Virginia Super Lawyers list
- 2018 Virginia Super Lawyers list
- 2017 Virginia Super Lawyers list
- 2016 Virginia Super Lawyers list
- 2015 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, 2007
J.D.
Honors: cum laude
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Regent University School of Law,
Virginia Beach,
Virginia, 2007
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Non Legal Education
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Carroll College,
Waukesha,
Wisconsin, 2004
B.A.
Honors: summa cum laude
Honors: All Conference Middle Linebacker, Carroll University Varsity Football Team
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Carroll College,
Waukesha,
Wisconsin, 2004
Current Employment Position(s)
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Attorney
Classes and Seminars
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Starling Education Services, "Ethical Consideration in Landlord/Tenant Law", 2010
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Seminars Unlimited, "Navigating the Service Members Relief Act", 2009
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Tips on Legal Negotiations, Regent University School of Law, 2008
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Adjunct Professor, Legal Negotiations, Regent University School of Law
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Advance Collections, 2010 CA Day
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"Advanced Collections", 2011 CA Day
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"Legal Foundations", SEV CAI's Board Members Boot Camp, 2011
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"Landlord's Rights and Options When the Deal Goes Bad", Starling Education Services, 2012
- Field Sobriety Testing Certified - National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, 2021
Pro Bono Activities
- Community Association Institute
Representative Cases
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Morris v. City of Virginia Beach, 58 Va. App. 173 707 S.E.2d 479
- Year: 2011
Published Works
Articles
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"Wiretapping: Risks for Clients and Private Practitioners", Docket Call: Newsletter of the Young Lawyers Conference, Virginia State Bar, Vol. 24 No. 4, Spring, 2008
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"Construction Fraud: Not Just a Civil Matter", Docket Call: Newsletter of the Young Lawyers Conference, Virginia State Bar, Vol. 25 No. 3, Winter, 2008
Bar Admissions
- Virginia, 2007
- U.S. District Court Eastern District of Virginia, 2007
- U.S. Court of Appeals 4th Circuit, 2008
- U.S. District Court Western District of Virginia, 2010
Other Affiliations
- CBDX, 2009 - Present (Vice President)
- CBDA, 2010 - Present (Board Member)
- James Kent Inn of Court
- Norfolk Bar Association
- Virginia Beach Bar Association
- Virginia State Bar
- Virginia Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers
- National College of DUI Defense Attorneys (Member)
- Portsmouth Bar Association
- American Association of Premier DUI Attorneys (Founding Member)
Contact
4417 Corporation Ln
Virginia Beach, VA 23462
Phone: 757-901-0808
Fax: 757-554-0253
Email: Send a message
Website: https://www.followthepfeiffer.com
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