About
Charles W. Best, III is a seasoned attorney with decades of experience in business law, litigation, and immigration. As the founder of Best Law Offices in 1998, he has built a practice dedicated to supporting business growth in Virginia through strategic legal planning. He provides comprehensive legal counsel, assisting clients with international partnerships, regulatory compliance, and complex business transactions.
Charles earned his Juris Doctor from the University of Richmond, T.C. Williams School of Law in 1986. He completed his undergraduate studies at Hampden-Sydney College in 1983 and further expanded his legal and political knowledge at the Institute of Political Studies and the Institute of European Studies in Paris, France, in 1982. His strong educational foundation has enabled him to provide insightful and effective legal solutions to his clients.
With a deep understanding of business operations and legal frameworks, Charles has successfully represented clients in business law, commercial litigation, and immigration matters. His experience includes advising companies on corporate governance, dispute resolution, and international business strategies. As a small business owner himself, he understands the challenges local businesses face and offers tailored legal solutions to meet their needs.
Charles W. Best, III has been recognized for his expertise, earning accolades such as Virginia’s Legal Elite for Immigration Law and Coastal Virginia Magazine’s Top Lawyers for Immigration Law in 2023. He has also held leadership roles, including Chairman of the Virginia State Bar’s International Practice Section and President of the Hampden-Sydney College Tidewater Alumni Association. His dedication to his clients and the legal community continues to make a lasting impact.
Law Office Affiliations
- Managing Partner, Best Law Offices, P.C.
- Member, American Immigration Lawyers Association
Licensed State
- Virginia
Education
- University of Richmond, T.C. Williams School of Law
Juris Doctor (JD) - Hampden-Sydney College
- Institute of Political Studies
- Institute of European Studies
Awards & Badges

- Citizenship
- Limited liability company (LLC)
- Litigation
- Partnership
- Visa and Permits