
Edwin J. Rafal, Health Care Attorney in Virginia Beach, Virginia
Over 67 years of legal practice · focused on Health Care, Personal Injury, and Product Liability · 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review
Of CounselatRuloff, Haddad & Woodward, P.C.
Virginia Beach, VA
Practicing health care in Virginia Beach since 1959.
- 67+
- Years practicing
- 5.0 ★
- 1 client review
- 1
- Bar admission
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Edwin J. Rafal is an of counsel based in Virginia Beach, VA. The practice focuses on Health Care, Personal Injury, and Product Liability. Edwin has over 67 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Ruloff, Haddad & Woodward, P.C.. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
- Based in
- Virginia Beach, VA
- Experience
- over 67 years
- Known for
- Health Care · Personal Injury · Product Liability
- Handles Health Care, Personal Injury, and Product Liability matters from Virginia Beach, VA.
- Over 67 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with AV Preeminent.
About Edwin J. Rafal: Edwin J. Rafal is an of counsel based in Virginia Beach, VA. The practice focuses on Health Care, Personal Injury, and Product Liability. Edwin has over 67 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Ruloff, Haddad & Woodward, P.C.. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Areas of practice
Practice areas handled by Edwin J. Rafal
Edwin concentrates on health care, personal injury, and product liability. Each area below outlines the kind of case Edwin handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Health Care
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Personal Injury
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Product Liability
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Health Care cases in Virginia Beach, Virginia
Edwin takes health care matters in Virginia Beach, Virginia. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Edwin agrees to represent you.
Personal Injury cases in Virginia Beach, Virginia
Edwin takes personal injury matters in Virginia Beach, Virginia. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Edwin agrees to represent you.
Product Liability cases in Virginia Beach, Virginia
Edwin takes product liability matters in Virginia Beach, Virginia. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Edwin agrees to represent you.
Biography
About Edwin J. Rafal — Over 67 years of Virginia health care experience
Edwin J. Rafal is an of counsel based in Virginia Beach, VA. The practice focuses on Health Care, Personal Injury, and Product Liability. Edwin has over 67 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Ruloff, Haddad & Woodward, P.C.. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Listed in "Best Lawyers in America."
How Edwin handles health care matters
Listed in "Best Lawyers in America."
Who Edwin represents
Edwin reviews new inquiries case-by-case for health care, personal injury, and product liability matters in Virginia Beach and the surrounding Virginia area.
Credentials
Edwin J. Rafal's legal education and bar admissions
University of Virginia
LL.B. · 1959
University of Virginia
B.A. · 1956
Jurisdictions
Edwin's state bar admissions
Virginia
1959 · ACTIVE
Edwin studied at LL.B. in University of Virginia and B.A. in University of Virginia.
Law school and academic background
Edwin completed LL.B. in University of Virginia and B.A. in University of Virginia. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Edwin runs in Virginia is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Awards, publications, and recognition of Edwin J. Rafal
Edwin has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
AV Preeminent
Legal awards and honors
AV Preeminent.
Affiliations
Edwin's professional memberships and bar associations
Norfolk-Portsmouth and American Bar Associations Virginia State Bar Virginia Trial Lawyers Association (Past Chairman, Medical Malpractice Subcommittee) American Association for Justice
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Locations
Edwin J. Rafal's office in Virginia Beach
Edwin's primary office is at 317 30th Street, Virginia Beach, VA, 23451. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Ruloff, Haddad & Woodward, P.C.
317 30th Street
Virginia Beach, VA 23451
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Client reviews of Edwin J. Rafal — 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review
Every review below is from a verified client of Edwin. Reviews cover communication, case outcome, and value — the three signals that matter most when comparing health care attorneys in Virginia Beach.
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How to hire Edwin J. Rafal — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new health care attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Edwin usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Edwin charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Edwin's office.
What to bring to your first meeting
Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; Edwin will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a health care attorney in Virginia Beach, Virginia
A short list to run through before you commit: How many health care matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?
Fees & payment
Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for Edwin
Edwin discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in health care practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every health care matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. Edwin confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Edwin's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many health care practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Edwin J. Rafal
How much does it cost to hire Edwin for a health care case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Edwin walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Edwin offer a free consultation?
Edwin charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Edwin's office. Some health care attorneys offer free consults — check Edwin's current terms during booking.
How long do health care cases in Virginia typically take?
Simple health care matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. Edwin gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Edwin take my case if I'm outside Virginia Beach?
Edwin is licensed in Virginia. Matters governed by Virginia law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Edwin will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.
What should I bring to my first meeting with Edwin?
Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. Edwin will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Edwin accepting new health care clients right now?
Edwin's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
Health Care attorneys serving Virginia Beach, Richmond and Alexandria in Virginia
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