George Holton Yates exhibits legal skill both inside and outside the courtroom. He provides clients with valuable insight into their cases and the workings of the legal system. Highly effective at cross-examination and argument he is a powerful litigator and trial attorney. Highly recommended.

Highly Recommended. I’ve known and worked with George since I was in law school clerking for him.

Felonies
Hired Attorney George Holton Yates

Mr Yates has done everything he can to get me home to my family and explain every detail about my case to me , highly recommended , if I could give him rate him 10 stars I would. He’s a great compassionate guy and perfect for any case of any sort!

Success
I recently needed legal representation and Mr. Yates did a fantastic job. His knowledge and attention to detail aided in the success of my case. He was very professional and his office staff was very helpful. I feel confident in recommending Mr. Yates’s legal services. He is not only thorough, but willing to take the time to discuss my concerns and respond to questions.

Great Dismissal!
Unfortunately, I received a summons for speeding more than 10 mph over the limit. At my first appearance I asked for a continuance to hire an attorney and made an appointment to see Mr. Yates. Feeling I could trust and confide in Mr. Yates, I retained him and follow his instructions. On the day of my court case, the charge for speeding was DISMISSED!

Love my results!! The Best
Charged with several things and only found guilty on 1 charge that was reduced from a felony to a misdemeanor. Received a small fee, court costs and NO JAIL TIME! Hallelujah. Retain this man. There is nobody better.

Dismissed!!! Assault case
Talk about professional. Mr Yates will tell you the ins and outs of your case. This was my first time dealing with Johnny Law so by nature I was nervous. They always say go with your first instinct and that’s what I did. So I called Mr Yates and the receptionist was as calm as possible and very embarrassing. She told me with confidence “Mr Yates is the man for you and he’ll take care of you” from there I set up a meeting. I can admit I was nervous speaking with him but he reassured me that “I’ll do what’s best for you” he was straight forward but tactful in his delivery, but I knew he was the man for my case. On the day of the trail he smiled and told me worse case scenario. But as they say in wrestling “for every move there is a counter and for every counter there’s a move.” When I say he was well prepared that’s an understatement. We walk into the court room and less than 10 minutes dismissed! He’s well worth every penny.

Mr.
Great Lawyer. He’s helped my family through the years. I’d recommend him highly to anyone seeking an attorney.

2nd DUI
Mr. Yates is a great lawyer. He knows the laws and my DUI case was dismissed. He was very compassionate with my situation. We used him 30 years ago on another matter and he was able to mediate and make both parties happy. His rates are reasonable and far less than others that quoted. If I ever need him in the future, I will definitely use him again.

I was blindsided when I got arrested by ODU PD for just having a picture of a fake ID on my phone. I felt scared, confused, and honestly hopeless. It all happened so fast, and I didn’t know what to do or who to turn to.

That’s when my family found Mr. George Yates. He dropped everything and came through for me the night before my first court hearing. He got me out of jail and immediately gave me a sense of peace. I’ll never forget when he looked at me and said, “Don’t worry, we’re going to make this thing disappear.” And he meant every word.

I was facing the real possibility of a conviction. Everything felt stacked against me. But somehow, Mr. Yates got all my charges dismissed. I walked away with my record clean and my future still intact as I was in school for Cybersecurity.

I truly don’t know where I’d be without him coming through. If you’re ever in a moment where everything feels like it’s falling apart, this is the man you want in your corner. He’s the Brian Steel of Virginia! He will absolutely have your back. I can’t thank him enough!

Great ethics, highly recommend

George is the guy you want in your corner.

Very polite, quick response..looking forward to working with this firm

Amazing attorney. Wouldn’t have anybody else handle my case

Consummate professional law firm,my results were above and beyond my expectations! Thanks George.!!

I should have gone to jail! HE DID HIS PART!! KING

For twenty years…Mr. Yates have been my lawyer…no doubt about the outcome

Got my ticket dismissed, very experienced and great to work with!

BEST LAWYER IN VA BEACH HANDS DOWN! HIM AND HIS TEAM WERE AWESOME HELPED ME WITH DISMISSAL OF 6 FELONY CHARGES WITH NO JAIL TIME VERY STRAIGHT FORWARD AND WELL WORTH THE PAY I HIGHLY RECOMMEND!!!!
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Mr. Yates was extremely helpful and efficient helping me with an automobile accident. I would definitely recommend his practice.
Rebecca Weber

I was looking a 2 to 5 incarnation for DUI 4th and He got me 6 months suspended no incarnation and 1 year suspended driver’s license that’s what I call a lawyer who knows and loves his job he needs a 10 star rating but unfortunately they only goes up to 5

He went above and beyond for my parents and was extremely patient, affordable and informative. I would highly recommend his services!

Yates was excellent. His pricing is great and he was super friendly. Highly recommend

My mom was dealing with years of legal trouble and George Yates helped her finally settle it, now she’s able to move on thanks to his help.

Yates was really friendly and went above and beyond in Father in law’s case

Mr Yates has been a great help , Any time I’ve needed help for my family .
He has even helped me when I have had Emplyee that gotten in trouble. I will always call him 1st.

I wholeheartedly recommend George Yates to anyone seeking top-notch legal counsel and personalized service.”

Mr Yates was great with my time he did as much as he could to help he spent and made sure he had all of the details what a great lawyer he knows how to do his job and does it well

Hands down best attorney in Virginia! I was charged with a crime that I didn’t commit and trust me you wouldn’t want anybody other than George by your side. He got my charge dropped for me and now I am a stressless and free man again! He handled the case along with my stress better then I could imagine thank you sooooo much !!

George is an incredible attorney who represented me well. He was reliable, made me feel comfortable, and he got my case dismissed. I would highly recommend him to anyone.

Mr. Yates and kim are very professional and knowledgable. He helped me on a criminal charge and i couldnt be happier with the results. I highly reccomend Mr. Yates if you ever need a great lawyer.

We hired George to represent my daughter in a juvenile court case on short notice. We had contacted another law firm a month earlier and they advised us the case probably wasn’t winnable. George took the case and he was like a Rock Star in the court room! Made us feel comfortable and guided us through and won the case. We highly recommend George!

George is a great lawyer. I have gotten in a lot of trouble over the last 2 years and it’s a blessing that I am where I’m at today. I owe this to the hard work George has done for me. I was put on first offender last year and absolutely wasted that opportunity. I basicall did everything I wasn’t supposed to do. Along with non-compliance I caught several more serious charges during the process. Throughout all of this George has been able to keep me out of jail for any serious amount of time and kept me on the right track. He is very well respected in the courts and is a magician with the judges. I highly recommend George to anyone in need of legal services in the area.

Highly recommended! I am a civil attorney and had a criminal charge in Norfolk General District. I called George and he got the charge completely dismissed. If you are looking for an excellent and trustworthy criminal defense attorney, do not hesitate to call George.

Me and my husband had a rough 4 years off and on with legal matters and Mr. Yates has helped us tremendously even with a case that is quite rare. If we ever have any more issues with anything we will not be hesitant to use him in the future.

All my charges were dropped with the assistance of Mr Yates. Highly recommend him for all your legal issues.

A great lawyer and a better guy. He stuck with me all the way through my case and was able to get the case dismissed. I highly recommend Mr. Yates.

5 stars and beyond. If you are in need of a good attorney I highly recommend Mr Yates. He goes above and beyond.

Mr. Yates defended my nephew on a gun violation in which the outcome would not be good. Mr. Yates gave the best defense in my nephew case which turned out remarkable. I would recommend Mr. Yates to anyone who need a lawyer to stand and fight for them and their freedom. The people at his firm always showed compassion thanks for everything.

Not going to go deep into the background of a friend Mr. Yates has defended. It is sufficient to say my friend was indeed not guilty of the charges filed, but was left looking guilty as hell. Mr. Yates proved his innocence and all charges were dismissed. I was impressed with his professionalism and his intelligence of the Virginia Code. If I am ever in a position to need a lawyer I can trust, I will be calling Mr. Yates.

George Holton Yates recently defended a family member who was falsely charged in Chesapeake with a serious felony-level offense. George applied his in-depth knowledge and understanding of Virginia law to the facts of the case and formulated a comprehensive defense that resulted in the jury’s unanimous “not guilty” verdict. Our experience clearly demonstrates that he is a highly skilled attorney who worked diligently and timelessly on behalf of our family member. Due to his legal expertise, justice was obtained. We enthusiastically recommend George Holton Yates to anyone in need of legal advice and assistance.

Hey My Name Is Gary G… Mr. George Hilton Yates is one of the best hands down he represented me on a ASSULT/BATT Charge today and got it dismissed .. He works for the best results in your favor if you need someone you can trust him with fighting for your rights and freedom… Thank You Mr.G

This man is a great attorney. He helped me on a criminal case got all charges dismissed. He’s straight to the point with you no BS. But he will work hard to get you a good outcome. highly recommend Mr. Yates as an attorney

I was almost charged with petty larceny which would have undoubtedly ruined my life. I originally opted for a public defender and was found guilty and sentenced to a weekend in jail plus court fines. I was extremely lucky to find Mr. Yates. Not only did he get me out of doing time but he also got me a deferred finding which is almost impossible nowadays. I did some community service and when I go back the charge will be dismissed. Oh, and another thing NO FINES period!

Mr.Yates is very responsive and involved with his clients. He will make sure you are completely at ease and satisfied with your service. At the end of everything my service fee didn’t even seem like enough for what he had done for me. Great guy and an excellent attorney. Money well spent. 10/10 would reccomend to anyone seeking legal help.

We were able to go from reckless driving with a $2500 fine and 30 days in jail to dismissed with a $250 fine. Only you can secure your future, give Mr. Yates a call.

I want to thank Atty Yates for all he has done for my sons case. This was a local case that made world news for that terrorist threat charge, alcohol and a fire arm charge. Mr Yates was a truly blessing and indeed worked hard on my sons case and the outcome for my sons case was ALL DISMISSED. I would highly recommend Atty Yates…He’s AWESOME!! Thanks again

Man, George Yates has a way with words in the courtroom. He was able to get the best possible outcome for me based on my case. Im more than satisfied with my purchase of his services!
Buy his services, trust me…It’s worth your freedom!

Mr. Yates was a ginormous helping hand to me and my mom. He is very good at what he does and I felt confident I was going to have a good outcome with him on my side as my lawyer!

This man SAVED my life if it was not for Mr. Yates I would’ve been facing up to 10 years or better. From the beginning and 2019 when I first got my charges Mr. Yates was all in full throttle from the bond hearing to the trial , he beat my trial !! Very live and active in court . He knows the law and it’s in his demeanor. Very down too earth very personal , and his paralegals swift and sweet . I was facing some very serious charges burglary and destruction of property being that I’m on Probation and I already have an extensive background (He cared …not just about me … but the cause to defend me … he knew these charges were going to ruin my life ) Where do you find a sharp dominating lawyer to defend you if your life is on the line ??? GEORGE YATES for sure I Would’ve been looking at 20 years this man got me my life back every single charge that was brought up against me dismissed it was worth every penny I can’t thank him enough he handled seven cases for me five dismissed two nolle processed. I could go on and on this man spoke for me like he knew me my whole life Best Lawyer in the 757 if you ask me .Forever grateful thank you Mr. Yates ❤️❤️❤️❤️

Mr. Yates did an excellent job staying with me and breaking down the consequences of not fighting my case, and helped me for a very reasonable Fee. He was familiar with all of the staff at the courthouse and made an otherwise nerve racking experience comfortable and carefree. I will absolutely use him if need be and he is someone I’ll be recommending to everyone I know.

George Holton is very professional attorney . He was very quick and informative in replying to my request for a consultation. Explained everything in details and was very attentive and professional over the phone. We hired him for my friend’s traffic ticket case . My friend had speeding ticket ( reckless driving ) . It was dismissed, today on the court . Amazing job !!! Thank you for you and your team , Rhea is very nice and knowledgeable , she always ready to answer all your questions. I recommend George Holton and this legal team for what you need when it comes to traffic Law…

Excellent lawyer! My husband was falsely accused of domestic assault by his sister. Everything George said would happen, did happen exactly as he said. The case was dismissed, thanks George! It really was great to meet you.

When I was faced with a serious situation George Yates was there every step of the way to make sure I had all necessary resources to overcome. He is knowledgeable, and understands the practical nature of the Law. His skill and passion for defending the innocent make him an attorney not to be passed up on.

We had the pleasure of watching George Yates in many criminal cases whereas he was hired by my brother. He walked in the courtroom with confidence and with presence each time. He knew exactly what he was doing and what was needed for each to reach a positive outcome on each case. He is highly knowledgeable and obviously experienced in the court room. He sticks to the facts and presents his cases with expertise allowing for the best possible outcome. He was also helpful in communicating to concerned family members best possible scenarios while answering serious concerns and questions . I highly recommend George Yates as an excellent criminal attorney giving you peace of mind as best as he can – knowing he will do his best and that’s all we expect is for our attorney to Do his BEST!

I had a tremendous experience with Mr. Yates. Without going too much into detail, I had 2 charges and dismissed later after being on good behavior for a year. Prices were reasonable. Not to mention, I live in California. I only had to come to court twice, for a short amount of time each time. He genuinely tries to get the best possible outcome for you . He is very straightforward but does a great job. He’s very well known in the legal system which made it even better! I highly recommend Mr. Yates if you’re in any type of trouble if you want the best possible outcome !

I needed an attorney last minute, that could be there for me in court first thing on a Monday morning. With it being the weekend, the odds of this happening were slim to none. I called the law office of Mr. Yates on a Sunday and within an hour, he personally gave me a call to offer his assistance. He handled the matter I was facing immediately and got everything resolved way faster than expected. I highly recommend him if you need great representation that will get the job done.

If I could give more than 5 stars I would. Mr. Yates is by far the best Defense Attorney who is passionate about getting the best outcome for his clients. He worked diligently to get a Felony charge dropped down to a misdemeanor and no jail time. I was very fortunate to have chosen him. I believe the deciding factor to choose him was that for many years he served as a Virginia Beach Prosecutor; so he has the experience and knowledge on both sides to work the case in the defendants favor. If you have been criminally charged, I strongly recommend contacting Attorney George H Yates. He kept me informed every step of the way, which made me feel safe. When the case was concluded I shook his hand but wanted to give him a hug for what he had done! I think I did! My money was well spent! Thank you Mr. Yates…. I don’t think I can thank you enough.

Was issued a reckless driving ticket even though an off-duty officer driving his POV swerved in my lane causing me to wreck as I was passing. Mr. Yates supported me through the entire process and was able to get the case dismissed.

George Yates is the utmost professional and is a very caring attorney. In my case, he achieved an outcome that was extremely favorable. Not only did he listen to each of my concerns, he overcame them. His knowledge of the law is second to none and I would strongly recommend him. Having Mr. Yates as my attorney was the best decision I could have ever made.

Mr. Yates was able to get assault and battery charges dismissed in a professional and courteous way. He persevered and pivoted a few times to get the job done in my favor. His knowledge of the laws and how to work within them made things easy for me. I recommend him to anyone in a bad situation! Thanks you, Mr. Yates!

George Yates saved me from being convicted of multiple charges- ALL 5 DISMISSED despite the odds. He is not only professional but understanding of how sensitive and personal dealing with legal troubles is. So glad I chose him. Will forever recommend Yates.

I’m an attorney based in Michigan, and I had the pleasure of working with Mr. Yates on a matter that required coordinated legal representation in both Michigan and Virginia. Our mutual client was facing possible extradition to Michigan. Thanks to George’s expertise, responsiveness, and tireless advocacy, he was able to prevent that from happening so that I could get the Michigan case dismissed without the client ever leaving Virginia. George is a skilled criminal defense attorney, a consummate professional, and a true partner in achieving the best possible results. If I ever have a client in need of a criminal defense attorney in the Virginia Beach area, George will be my first call. He’s the best.

Mr. Yates is the best attorney out there in my opinion. His attention to detail and way with words in the courtroom is second to none. Highly recommend! My case was complex and he knew the exact approach needed to get it dismissed. His work in the courtroom is a true art form. Thank You Mr. Yates!!!

“I just wanted to let you know how grateful I am for you.”
Mr Yates, I just wanted to let you know how grateful I am for you. You have made a huge impact on my life and I will never forget you for that. I have always had big dreams for my life ad future. All my life I have been working towards something bigger. 5 months ago, I thought all that I have worked for would be taken from me. It was the scariest experience I have ever been through. Who would have thought that one night that I don’t even remember could destroy my entire life? I sure didn’t. I was just a stranger to you, a pathetic girl crying in your office. You could have turned me away but you didn’t. Doing time in jail would have destroyed everything I have worked for in school. I would have lost my cars that I worked so hard to buy. I would have lost my job, and many relationships. I would have had felonies on my record. I would have never been able to pursue the career in counseling that I wanted. It would have been difficult for me to get a job anywhere, really. My life was literally crumbling before my eyes, and there was nothing I could do. No matter what I did, all I could think about was the horrible looming fact that I could easily lose everything I had. I had lost all hope. I want to thank you for giving that back to me. Hope is really all we need in this world, and yet there is so many things that can steal it from us. All of my hope had been taken in one horrible night. I went from a girl with a promising future to a criminal in the eyes of strangers. However you looked at me and saw something else. Amidst the judgmental people in this world who were looking at me through the lens of my charges, you knew I wasn’t some kind of criminal. I didn’t even have to try to convince you, you just knew. Teary eyed and ready to give up, I was getting up to leave your office when you stopped me and told me you would help me. It is amazing how much that decision of yours has altered my life for the better. I am sure you are aware of how skilled you are in what you do. However it is not your skill in law that makes me respect you so much – although it is impressive. It is the big heart you have. Many other lawyers would have turned me away, and I want you to know that I realize and appreciate that. Every time I was feeling doubtful and scared, you could see it in my face and reassured me. You had to tell me several times over the past few months that everything would be alright; and in my fear sometimes thought you were only saying it to make me feel better, but you were right. Everything is more than alright. I am able to build my life back, and I am able to go to school like I love. You have made a significant difference in how my life could have tuned out. I wanted to be a counselor because I wanted to help people in need. I wanted to be there for people who felt hopeless and alone; people that didn’t have that person to tell them that everything is going to be alright. I am grateful for this experience, because it has taught me that true feeling. But most of all, it has taught me what true empathy and compassion looks like. I watched you take someone so helpless and hopeless, and give them the belief that everything would be alright again. I want to do that someday for people, and this experience has shown me that human services is the path I truly want to take. I can only hope that someday I can be as wonderful of a person as you. You have all the qualities people strive for. You are a true hero. Thank you for everything.

“Thanks George for handling my case all these years and thanks for getting me out again.”
Thanks George for handling my case all these years and thanks for getting me out again.

“You are very intelligent!”
Dear George, Although it has only been a few days since I appeared on your radio show, the response I have received has been a complete and very welcome surprise. Former colleagues of mine, friends and attorneys have called and written to me saying how much they enjoyed my interview with you. Most of the compliments were for the very professional and insightful way you asked the questions. You are a very intelligent host who makes your guests feel comfortable and it was obvious that you had researched my book and my background and were totally prepared to conduct one of the very best interviews that I have ever had. It was a pleasure appearing on your show and if you received anything like the response I received about the show I will gladly return some time in the future.

“I would definitely use him again. I would highly recommend Mr. Yates to anyone in trouble.”
We live In Mechanicsville, VA. My son was on bond for a pending 3rd DUI. Then, he was arrested in Virginia Beach, VA on a 4th DUI. My family was devastated. An acquaintance recommended Mr. George Yates. Mr. Yates is very straight forward, and sometimes brutally honest. I can’t say I fancy those characteristics. But those characteristics make him who he is. With him, you know exactly what you’re up against. With these charges, we were up against a whole lot. But, with the help of Mr. Yates we were able to overcome. I don’t know how he did it, but he madea plea deal to reduce my son’s charges to a 2nd DUI. This outcome was a pleasant surprise. My son was back on bond. Hopefully, I won’t need Mr. Yates again. But if the need arises, I would definitely use him again. I would highly recommend Mr. Yates to anyone in trouble. You can trust him to uphold the best Interest of his clients. I know, because he helped us to get our son home for Christmas. Thank you Mr. Yates.

“Thank you George Yates you helped give my son a chance at life.”
My son was incarcerated, his issue at its core was drugs and alcohol….enter Mr. Yates. There were arraignments, bond hearings, plea deal discussions, rehab, probation, sentence hearings, on and on. It was a long hard road through it all Mr. Yates told the truth to his client and the family, even when at times it was so difficult to hear. Mr. Yates understands the effects of addiction and this helps him know his clients sometimes better than they know themselves. He has a direct style of communication that he explains (he needs to talk and you to listen). He needs you to do your part in the process and be prepared as appropriate. He knows the law and perhaps more importantly he knows the judges and prosecuting attorneys. He was able to leverage his experience and career long relationships that he has built within the system to negotiate and argue for the best outcome available for my son, a felony dropped to a misdemeanor. Thank you George Yates you helped give my son a chance at life.

“You will always be a most special person to us. You elevated our understanding of the legal profession and our system of justice.”
Dear Mr. Yates, Your kind and gracious letter to my son reminded me that my good intentions far exceeded my actions. I apologize for being so derelict in thanking you for being so great to us. I also thank Ms. Goodman and your secretary, who was most kind and considerate. You will always be a most special person to us. You elevated our understanding of the legal profession and our system of justice. God is to be praised for His mercy. We firmly believe that you were His point man. You gave to us a Divinely inspired ministry. We are most grateful. Clyde, Jr. (Chuck) did well while incarcerated. He was able to counsel and pray with two weary and troubled pilgrims. He also talked two inmates out of a fight. He is now seeking employment in the local school system working in special education. His goals are to become certified as a teacher and to become a “shepherd” to God’s hurting people. We are very blessed far beyond what we deserve. You have our prayers and everlasting gratitude. If you come west of Richmond to Charlottesville, we invite you to stop by. We would be honored. Blessings and peace.

“Thank you for not giving up on me or my family”
Hi Mr. Yates this is Jaret Broudus, I just wanted to tell you thank you once again. You have changed my life in so many different ways. Because of you fighting for me and my life, I have been able to find a very good job and I have also got my CDL commercial drivers license. I thank you for not giving up on me or my family. I also wanted you to know I’m having a baby girl. My life has changed a hole lot since I have left that place. I wanted you to know if you ever need me to do something for you I would do it. If you need help with anything I would help you.

“I am so grateful to Mr. Yates”
I would like to give you 5 stars and I found myself getting arrested after I had been caught shoplifting. I don’t know why I was doing it – I just couldn’t stop myself. I had so many reasons not to: my family, my job, my dignity. But there I was. I called Mr. Yates on the advice of a friend. When I met with him, he initially didn’t give me much hope, since my “first offense” was actually two separate incidents in a row that I was accused of. Once we discussed my case in detail, Mr. Yates discovered that my problem wasn’t a criminal one – it was a mental one. I was addicted to shoplifting. I sought help and immediately started counseling and attended a theft workshop. When we got to court, Mr. Yates worked with the prosecuting witness (the loss prevention manager who caught me), and was able to show him that my criminal actions were a result of my mental illness. They worked out an agreement, and I was able to avoid jail time, which would have been devastating to my family (and my job). I am so grateful to Mr. Yates: he helped identify my problem, encouraged me to seek the help I most desperately needed, and made it possible for me to get that help by avoiding jail. I never thought in my life that I’d ever need a “criminal attorney”, because I never thought of myself as a “criminal”. But I’m so glad I found Mr. Yates. He really made me feel like he was fighting for me the entire time, and indeed, I could not have wished for better results. Angela

“Dismissal 2019”
I had a tremendous experience with Mr. Yates. Without going too much into detail, I had 2 charges and dismissed later after being on good behavior for a year. Prices were reasonable. Not to mention, I live in California. I only had to come to court twice, for a short amount of time each time. He genuinely tries to get the best possible outcome for you . He is very straightforward but does a great job. He’s very well known in the legal system which made it even better! I highly recommend Mr. Yates if you’re in any type of trouble if you want the best possible outcome!

“Dismissal 2019”
This man is a great attorney. He helped me on a criminal case got all charges dismissed. He’s straight to the point with you no BS. But he will work hard to get you a good outcome. Highly recommend Mr. Yates as an attorney!