Willard J. Moody, Jr., Class Action Attorney in Portsmouth, Virginia
focused on Class Action, General, and Personal Injury
Portsmouth, VA
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Willard J. Moody, Jr. is an attorney based in Portsmouth, VIRGINIA. The practice focuses on Class Action, General, and Personal Injury. Currently practicing at The Moody Law Firm, Inc..
- Based in
- Portsmouth, VIRGINIA
- Experience
- attorney
- Known for
- Class Action · General · Personal Injury
- Handles Class Action, General, and Personal Injury matters from Portsmouth, VIRGINIA.
- Recognized with Lawyer of the Year — Railroad Law (Norfolk) (2026).
About Willard J. Moody, Jr.: Willard J. Moody, Jr. is an attorney based in Portsmouth, VIRGINIA. The practice focuses on Class Action, General, and Personal Injury. Currently practicing at The Moody Law Firm, Inc..
Areas of practice
Legal matters Willard takes on
Willard concentrates on class action, general, personal injury, and product liability. Each area below outlines the kind of case Willard handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
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Personal Injury
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Product Liability
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Class Action cases in Portsmouth, Virginia
Willard takes class action matters in Portsmouth, 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 Willard agrees to represent you.
General cases in Portsmouth, Virginia
Willard takes general matters in Portsmouth, 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 Willard agrees to represent you.
Personal Injury cases in Portsmouth, Virginia
Willard takes personal injury matters in Portsmouth, 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 Willard agrees to represent you.
Product Liability cases in Portsmouth, Virginia
Willard takes product liability matters in Portsmouth, 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 Willard agrees to represent you.
Biography
Meet Willard J. Moody, Jr. — class action lawyer in Portsmouth
Willard J. Moody, Jr. is an attorney based in Portsmouth, VIRGINIA. The practice focuses on Class Action, General, and Personal Injury. Currently practicing at The Moody Law Firm, Inc..
Willard J. Moody, Jr. is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Mass Tort Litigation / Class Actions - Plaintiffs, Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs and Railroad Law.
Willard J., who practices law in Portsmouth, Virginia, has been recognized since 2015. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Willard J. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.
Willard's approach to class action cases
Willard J. Moody, Jr. is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Mass Tort Litigation / Class Actions - Plaintiffs, Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs and Railroad Law. Willard J., who practices law in Portsmouth, Virginia, has been recognized since 2015. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Willard J.…
The kind of cases Willard takes
Willard reviews new inquiries case-by-case for class action, general, and personal injury matters in Portsmouth and the surrounding Virginia area.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
University of Richmond
J.D. · 1983
Willard studied at J.D. in University of Richmond.
Law school and academic background
Willard completed J.D. in University of Richmond. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Willard runs in Virginia is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Recognition and thought leadership
Willard has received 4 formal recognitions from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
Lawyer of the Year — Railroad Law (Norfolk)
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Mass Tort Litigation / Class Actions - Plaintiffs
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Railroad Law
2026
Legal awards and honors
Lawyer of the Year — Railroad Law (Norfolk) (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Mass Tort Litigation / Class Actions - Plaintiffs (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Railroad Law (2026).
Locations
Willard J. Moody, Jr.'s office in Portsmouth
Willard's primary office is at 500 Crawford Street, Suite 200, Portsmouth, Virginia, 23704. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
The Moody Law Firm, Inc.
500 Crawford Street, Suite 200
Portsmouth, Virginia 23704
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How to hire Willard J. Moody, Jr. — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new class action attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Willard usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Willard charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Willard'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; Willard will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a class action attorney in Portsmouth, Virginia
A short list to run through before you commit: How many class action 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 Willard
Willard discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in class action practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every class action 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. Willard confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Willard's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many class action practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Willard J. Moody, Jr.
How much does it cost to hire Willard for a class action case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Willard walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Willard offer a free consultation?
Willard charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Willard's office. Some class action attorneys offer free consults — check Willard's current terms during booking.
How long do class action cases in Virginia typically take?
Simple class action 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. Willard gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Willard take my case if I'm outside Portsmouth?
Willard 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 — Willard 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 Willard?
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. Willard will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Willard accepting new class action clients right now?
Willard's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
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