About
Cody A. Remington is a Virginia attorney at Riley & Wells Attorneys-At-Law, who focuses on criminal law, DUI, reckless driving, speeding, and other traffic matters. He has represented thousands of clients facing serious charges, license risks, fines, and court stress. His work is known for careful preparation, clear advice, and steady courtroom advocacy. He also brings prior experience in real estate, land use, small business matters, civil litigation, and timber law, giving him a broad view of legal problems and practical solutions for clients statewide.
Cody studied at the University of Virginia, earning a B.A. He later attended the University of Louisville, Brandeis School of Law, where he earned his J.D. He also studied at William and Mary School of Law. During law school, he worked on environmental advocacy matters with the Kentucky Resources Council and earned recognition for distinction in business law. This education helped build the research, writing, and judgment skills he uses when preparing strong, practical defense strategies and advising clients.
Cody began building his legal career before becoming an attorney by working as a paralegal and law clerk for respected criminal law firms and the Roanoke City Commonwealth Attorney’s Office. In those roles, he drafted memorandums, motions, and pleadings while assisting attorneys on cases ranging from DUI to murder and white collar matters. That background gave him early courtroom insight and a strong base in criminal procedure, evidence review, and detailed, focused case preparation for complex defense work.
Cody A. Remington helps clients by explaining the process, preparing them for court, and seeking outcomes that protect their records, licenses, and future opportunities. Client reviews describe him as knowledgeable, patient, responsive, and professional. Reported results include reckless driving charges reduced to lesser traffic offenses, helping clients avoid harsher penalties and added stress. His memberships in defense and trial lawyer groups also reflect an active commitment to professional growth, ethical practice, and strong representation in Virginia and Tennessee legal matters.
Law Office Affiliations
- Attorney, Riley & Wells Attorneys-At-Law
- Member, American Bar Association
- Member, Virginia Trial Lawyers Association
- Member, Virginia Association of Criminal Defense Attorneys
- Member, Environmental Law Land Use Society
- Member, Virginia State Bar
- Member, Tennessee State Bar
- Member, Habitat for Humanity International
Licensed State
- Virginia
- Tennessee
Education
- University of Louisville, Brandeis School of Law
Juris Doctor (JD) - University of Virginia
Bachelor of Arts (BA)
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- Business Litigation
- Contracts & Agreements
- Franchise, Dealership & Partnership
- Mergers & Acquisitions
- Drug Crime
- DUI & DWI
- Expungement
- Sex Crimes
- Speeding & Traffic Tickets
- Violent Crime
- Commercial Real Estate
- Condominium
- Land Use & Zoning
- Residential Real Estate





