- Wrongful DeathOur products liability group has an extensive history of handling products liability litigation, including claims involving property damage, personal injury and wrongful death. The products liability attorneys at Clarke Dolph advise clients in litigation arising out of product recalls, multi-district litigation, prevents of future products liability claims and general products liability litigation.
- Business DisputesSarah S. Hull represents individuals, fiduciaries and corporations in the practice areas of tax law, commercial real estate, business law and estate administration. She is also a Certified Public Accountant and has been recognized as a 2021 Top Lawyer in Wills Trust Estates by Coastal Virginia Magazine.
- Business TransactionsDuring his lengthy career, Mr. Dolph has represented both large and small companies, foundations, non-profits, individuals and financial institutions. Mr. Dolph has advised clients in a variety of business transactions and in the planning and administration of estates, foundations and trusts. Mr. Dolph has represented individual and corporate fiduciaries in DOL investigations, ERISA audits and tax controversies. Mr. Dolph now provides counsel to other lawyers in the Firm in connection with these areas.
- Workers Compensation
- Wrongful Termination
- Employment LitigationOur diverse experience enables us to tailor the staffing of litigation to the size and specialized elements of each case. The employment litigation practice area gives us the resources to commit an aggressive team when needed for complex cases and emergencies. Systems are in place for early evaluation of cases, case management planning and budgeting to allow the conduct of litigation in a manner focusing on obtaining clients’ goals.
- Sexual Harassment
- Real Estate LitigationMs. Hull has practiced at Clarke Dolph for over 35 years in the Tax Law, Commercial Real Estate, Business Law and Estate Planning & Administration areas. Ms. Hull has represented individuals, fiduciaries, and corporations in all types of tax planning and controversies and in a broad range of business and commercial real estate matters. Her clients appreciate her efficiency, creativity, and expertise.
- Premises LiabilityClarke Dolph handles all types of claims arising from the ownership, lease, occupancy management or construction of any type of property, whether it is public or private, commercial or residential, industrial or agricultural. Premises liability cases arise in a multitude of different ownership structures and present unique question of legal duty and contractual responsibility. Clarke Dolph has handled them all in federal and state court and is uniquely equipped to advise clients and litigate these matters.
- Construction LitigationClarke Dolph’s construction litigation attorneys combine experience with extensive knowledge of local, state and federal government regulations to handle all aspects of public and private construction litigation and contracting.
- Real Estate TransactionsOur lawyers represent buyers, sellers, landlords, tenants and financial institutions in all aspects of commercial real estate transactions.
- Property DamageThe experienced automobile liability attorneys at Clarke Dolph can assist in all automobile related matters. Whether it is an accident with injuries or property damage, or the purchase of a dysfunctional product, Clarke Dolph advises clients on the appropriate action and represents them in litigation.
- Personal InjuryMr. Brunick has earned selection to Virginia Super Lawyers in the categories of Personal Injury Defense (Products) and Civil Litigation Defense. He also holds the highest peer reviewed rating, AV, from Martindale-Hubbell®. Mr. Brunick pursues every case with the understanding that the role of counsel goes beyond court appearances and document preparation and extends to practical advice, including projecting the costs and risks of litigation, so his clients can make informed business decisions. With his emphasis on thorough preparation, Mr. Brunick has successfully represented his clients in federal and state cases and trials throughout Virginia.
- Auto Accidents
- Disability DiscriminationClarke Dolph’s employment litigators advocate our clients’ rights at the administrative agency, trial courts and appellate levels in state and district courts. We also represent clients in alternative methods for resolution of dispute outside the courtroom through negotiation, arbitration and mediation. Clarke Dolph has experience handling various employment related cases, including wrongful termination, sexual harassment, racial, sexual, age, and disability discrimination, unpaid overtime and unemployment benefits hearings.
- Estate PlanningAs a team member for the many clients who look to the firm for both business and personal legal advice, Ms. Hull contributes significantly in all areas of counsel for individuals. She regularly plans and implements business and estate planning transactions to minimize taxes for our clients.
- Wills
- TrustsWe advise clients on income (state and federal) and estate and gift taxes. In addition, we assist in planning for closely held businesses, partnerships, real estate, life insurance, charitable trusts, public charities, private foundations, and marital and charitable deductions. These plans are incorporated into wills, revocable and irrevocable trusts, pre-marital agreements, health care directives, and retirement benefits. We prepare federal estate tax returns, gift tax returns and federal and state fiduciary income tax returns as well as returns for private foundations.
- Probate
- Tax LawOur business clients are primarily small to medium-sized businesses. Whether we assist them in the formation of a corporation or limited liability company, or they are a well-established business requiring advice relating to contracts, financing, tax planning, reorganization, termination or representation in a contractual dispute or commercial litigation, we provide solutions for simple to complex issues quickly and cost-effectively.