Anna Ernest, the proud owner of Ernest Law Group PLC, is a highly sought-after and recognized advocate.  She represents clients in Family Law, Immigration, Personal Injury, and other civil matters in State and Federal courts.

Ms. Ernest is regarded as a determined, assertive, innovative, and client-dedicated attorney.  She has been voted by her peers as “Virginia’s Legal Elite,” recognized as a “Top Lawyer” by Coastal Virginia Magazine, selected to the list of “Top 40 Under 40” by The National Trial Lawyers, received a “Superb Rating” from Avvo.com, amongst many other distinctions.  Ms. Ernest has also been interviewed numerous times by television and print media, including NBC, The Virginia Lawyers Weekly and The News Channel 3, regarding her publicized cases and in search of her professional opinion on legal issues affecting cases both nationally and in Virginia.

Courtroom and award success aside, Ms. Ernest values the relationships she builds with her clients and remains a caring and honest legal advocate, striving to address each client’s concerns and goals within their unique situation.

Ms. Ernest was born and raised in Rostov-on-Don, Southern Russia, and for the past eleven years she has lived in Virginia Beach.  It was during her first visit to the United States in 2004, that Ms. Ernest realized her life’s dream.  When she observed her first court hearing, she became fascinated how the integrity of the American judicial system gave every citizen a voice and a chance to right a wrong, regardless of their background.

Ms. Ernest returned to the United States in 2006 and worked hard at becoming fluent in English, getting accepted to law school, becoming a citizen, and then passing the Virginia State Bar and becoming a licensed attorney in 2013.  Ms. Ernest believes that America is truly a unique country that provides opportunities for everyone, and she is proud to represent the American Dream come true.

Admission Details

• 2013, Virginia

Education

• Regent University School of Law, Class of 2013, J.D.
• Russian State University of Commerce, Class of 2005, B.A.

Languages

• Russian

Awards & Recognitions

• Virginia's Legal Elite - Young Lawyer, Virginia Business Magazine
• Top Lawyers of Coastal Virginia, The Business Magazine of Coastal Virginia
• Top 40 Under 40, The National Advocates
• Clients' Choice Award, Avvo
• Top Lawyers of Coastal Virginia, Coastal Virginia Magazine
• Clients' Choice Award - Divorce and Separation, Avvo
• Clients' Choice Award - Immigration , Avvo