He left out so many facts on abuse and neglect it's as if he was conspiring with the GAL and abusive fathers lawyer in my custody hearing. At least the mediator had the father trying to give me custody, but abusers DON'T do that... 70% of abusers that fight for custody will win because of these types of lawyers/GALS/judges turning a blind eye in favor of a father who seems to actually be caring for his children, but the majority of men that do fight for custody are abusers. I try to save myself and my children and idiots like this man do nothing to help, all they do is take your money and don't fight for you like they should. Beware this imposter in the family court system. And beware the ignorant family court system that still stereotypes cohabitating, being poor or out of work but able to keep a roof over your head, or mental illnesses vs negligent violent abusers (if you don't have it video or audio taped...) well then it just didn't happen, did it. My kids don't appreciate how you screwed up their lives, and how the father went on to cohabitate himself because he's lawless.. but you were too ignorant to see it, that or bias with all your Father's Rights friends backing you... Just because a father is fighting for custody doesn't mean he's a good one. My kids live with me now... no thanks to this 'lawyer' for abusive men. If you're an abusive negligent man looking to get custody then this is your man... read more

I am incredibly grateful for my criminal defense attorney, James Short and his receptionist, JoAnne. From the very beginning, they brought clarity and calm to what was one of the most stressful times in my life. They were clear, concise, organized, and extremely thorough, making sure I always understood what was happening and what to expect next. What truly sets them apart is their compassion. I never felt like just another case -- I felt genuinely cared for. JoAnne was consistently kind, patient, and responsive, and her follow-up made a world of difference. My attorney's dedication, professionalism, and strong representation gave me confidence and peace of mind when I needed it most. This team goes above and beyond for their clients. If you are looking for not only exceptional legal representation but also people who truly care, I cannot recommend them highly enough. read more

Mr. Short has helped my family many times with different matters, he is very professional and will give honest feedback. He will consider all options for your needs. He is very knowledgeable and will always keep your best interest as main priority. Mr. Short will remain our "go-to" guy when it comes to needing an attorney, and if he feels he isn't the right guy for the job, he will surely put you in the right hands. We appreciate Mr. Short and I will continue to encourage people to contact him when they are in need of any legal matters. read more

If you're looking for an outstanding attorney in Chesapeake and the Hampton Roads area, I highly recommend James Short. His professionalism, expertise, and dedication to his clients are second to none. He's approachable, explains complex legal matters in a clear way, and is truly invested in his clients' success. Whether you're facing a tough legal challenge or simply need sound advice, James Short is an excellent choice. His reputation and results speak for themselves--an invaluable resource in our community. read more

Mr. Short and his staff, provided excellent legal services throughout our case. He was consistently attentive, responsive, and available to answer our calls and questions at all times. He kept us well informed at every stage of the process, clearly explaining upcoming steps and expected outcomes. The results achieved were satisfactory, and his guidance gave us confidence throughout the case. We are very satisfied with his services and would highly recommend him. read more

It was a great pleasure work with James E. Short, PLC. Mr Short and JoAnne are kind and wonderful people. I had an amazing experience! The team was incredibly professional, friendly, and attentive to my needs. The quality of the service exceeded my expectations, and I felt valued throughout the entire process. I highly recommend this to anyone looking for reliable and top-quality service. I'll definitely be a returning customer. read more

Mr. Short did fantastic job handling my case, He explained worse case, best case and most of likely case based on his experience. Best case was really a fantasy and I didn't expect best case, but would loved that outcome, but he managed to get the next to the best case, which was a lot better then most likely outcome. I do recommend him for your legal needs! Also his price was reasonable and well with the value! read more

I contacted Mr, Short on short notice and he was able to work out a good solution with different court systems to be merged into one. During our meeting he was honest and up front on how he planned to get the best outcome for me. In court he was professional and did achieve a very favorable outcome for me. I would highly recommend him. read more

I received a reckless ticket in Virginia. I had a clean driving record. Mr. Short instructed me on exactly how to proceed and arranged a court date. It was reduced to simple speeding. Mr. Short is very professional, compassionate and understanding. His office staff is excellent as well. I have no hesitation recommending Mr. Short. read more

Mr.short is extremely thorough and communicative during the entire process and was able to get my charges dismissed entirely!! never dealt with such a situation before and he was very informative throughout the entire length of the case. hes even assisting with the expungement process as well! I truly appreciate his professionalism. read more

Our family has recently had the pleasure of working with Mr. Short on a criminal matter and he was excellent to work with. He was very involved in all of the details of the case and able to obtain a favorable outcome on the matter. I would highly recommend his legal services to anyone in need. read more

Mr Short is awsome. He is very thorough and tells you like it is. Extremely trustworthy. He and his team are very professional and you know you are in good hands. He listens to you and you will feel and know he has your best interests at heart. read more