Brett West

Brett West is a Virginia attorney and senior associate at McClung & Associates, PLLC, who brings experience in personal injury, family law, and criminal defense law matters. His practice supports clients facing difficult disputes, injuries, and court concerns that require careful preparation and steady advocacy. He is described as a zealous advocate who strives for excellence, helping clients understand legal options, protect their interests, and move through stressful legal situations with confidence.

Brett attended the Juris Doctor program and earned his J.D. at the University of Richmond, where he was elected Vice President of the Veterans and Military Law Association. As the proud son of two military parents, he brings respect for service, discipline, and community to his legal work. This background supports his client counseling, courtroom preparation, negotiation, and advocacy in personal injury, family law, and criminal defense matters across Virginia.

Brett developed his litigation skills through several internships and externships before entering practice. His experience includes work with the Henrico Commonwealth’s Attorney’s Office and the Fredericksburg and Petersburg Public Defenders’ Offices. These roles exposed him to prosecution, defense, courtroom procedure, case evaluation, and client advocacy. That training helps him approach each matter with practical judgment, strong preparation, and attention to the facts, risks, and goals involved.

Brett West is fluent in Spanish and English and has a passion for representing members of the Hispanic community throughout Virginia. His bilingual ability helps clients communicate more clearly, understand legal steps, and feel heard during important decisions. With experience across injury, family, and criminal matters, Brett offers focused representation for clients seeking accessible guidance, prepared advocacy, and dependable support during challenging legal problems.

Law Office Affiliations

• Senior Associate, McClung & Associates, PLLC
• Member, Virginia State Bar

Licensed State

• Virginia

Education

• University of Richmond School of Law
  Juris Doctor (JD)
• James Madison University
  Bachelor of Arts (BA)

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