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Vincent Castellano
Criminal Defense and Traffic Attorney Representing Hampton Roads Virginia
Castellano Law Firm
3574 Holland Road
Suite 201
Virginia Beach, VA 23452
Phone: 757-724-0073
Website: castellanolawfirm.com

About Vincent Castellano
A proud Hampton Roads native, graduate of Regent University School of Law, and a member of the Virginia State Bar, Vincent brings a wealth of education and courtroom experience to every case he handles. While working alongside the Chesapeake City Attorney, Vincent helped advise the mayor, city council, and a variety of municipal departments. As a public defender in both Chesapeake and Virginia Beach, he trained among Virginia’s best criminal defense attorneys. Notably, Vincent won his very first jury trial—a testament to his preparation and ability to connect with jurors. As the lead Contracts Specialist at LightGrid LLC, Vincent negotiated multimillion-dollar contracts and helped provide the United States Armed Forces with state-of-the-art technological solutions. Vincent has a will to fight and a heart for helping people. His career is defined by service. As Muhammad Ali said: "Service to others is the rent you pay for your room here on earth." Your advocacy is his purpose.
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