George Holton Yates

George Holton Yates is a criminal defense lawyer at George Holten Yates Attorneys at Law P.C., who represents clients facing serious charges and investigations in Virginia. His practice includes DUI/DWI, drug crimes, theft, burglary, sex crimes, domestic assault, juvenile offenses, fraud, traffic violations, military defense, and felony cases. He handles bond hearings and personal injury matters involving accident-related harm. His work includes extensive trial preparation and courtroom advocacy before judges and juries.

George earned his J.D. from Wake Forest University School of Law, where he participated on the Moot Court team. He received his B.A. from Western Washington University. His legal education established a foundation in trial advocacy, evidence, legal analysis, and written argument. That training supports his work in criminal defense and injury matters involving contested facts, complex procedures, and significant consequences.

George served as an Assistant Commonwealth’s Attorney for Virginia Beach from 1985 through 1989 before opening his own practice. His prosecutorial background gives him experience evaluating criminal cases from the government and defense perspectives. He has appeared before judges and juries throughout the Hampton Roads region. He became Board Certified as a Criminal Trial Specialist through the National Board of Trial Advocacy in 1997.

George Holton Yates is licensed in Virginia, Florida, and Utah and practices in federal courts in Norfolk and Newport News. He has maintained his criminal trial certification through periodic renewal requirements. His professional affiliations include the Virginia State Bar, Florida Bar, Utah State Bar, Virginia Beach Bar Association, and National Board of Trial Advocacy. His practice remains centered on criminal defense, trial advocacy, and personal injury representation.

Law Office Affiliations

• Partner, George Holten Yates Attorneys at Law P.C.
• Member, Virginia State Bar
• Member, The Florida Bar
• Member, Utah State Bar
• Member, National Trial Lawyers
• Member, Virginia Beach Bar Association
• Member, National Board of Trial Advocacy

Licensed State

• Virginia
• Utah
• Florida

Education

• Wake Forest University School of Law
  Juris Doctor (JD)
• Western Washington University
  Bachelor of Arts

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