Wilbur C. Allen

Although retired from Allen, Allen, Allen & Allen, Wilbur leaves an outstanding legacy as an attorney in the personal injury field and as President of the firm for many years. His legal career spanned five decades, during which he built his reputation as a fierce advocate for his clients and a firm supporter of the American judicial system. Given his distinguished service, Wilbur was listed in the Best Lawyers in America and was elected a fellow of The American College of Trial Lawyers.

During his remarkable career, Wilbur pursued his special interest in legal ethics. In his role as Chairman of a Virginia State Bar committee, he directed the formulation of one of the Bar's early Code of Ethics. Wilbur's distinguished career demonstrates that collegiality and courtesy are compatible with aggressive and effective advocacy. These principles continue to define the practice of law at Allen, Allen, Allen & Allen.

Education

• University of Virginia (1947)
• J.D. University of Virginia School of Law (1950)
• Licensed to practice law in the State of Virginia

Experience

• Retired partner and former President, Allen, Allen, Allen & Allen (1950-Present)
• U.S. Navy, World War II, Pacific Theater (1944-1947)

Honors

• AV Peer Review Rated by Martindale Hubbell
• Best Lawyers in America
• Past President, Richmond Bar Association
• Fellow, American College of Trial Lawyers
• Service Man of the Year Award, West Richmond Rotary Club
• Former Chairman, Virginia State Bar Committee on Legal Ethics & Unauthorized Practice of Law

Professional Affiliations

• Virginia State Bar
• Virginia Trial Lawyers Association
• Virginia Bar Association
• Richmond Bar Association
• American Bar Association
• American Association for Justice
• American Judicature Society
• American College of Trial Lawyers

Community Service

• Former Member, Board of Visitors, Virginia Commonwealth University (1984-1987)
• Former Vestry Member and Senior Warden, All Saints Episcopal Church, Richmond
• Charter Member and Past President, West Richmond Rotary Club
• Past President, American Legion Post 84

Personal

Born in Victoria, Virginia, Wilbur resides in Richmond with his wife, Frances. They are the parents of five adult children, four of whom are lawyers with the Allen & Allen firm. They are also the proud grandparents of fourteen grandchildren.

With his positive and generous spirit, Wilbur has remained dedicated to serving his community through his legal work, his local church, All Saints Episcopal, the Rotary Club, and the American Legion. Frances, his wife of 55 years, shares this dedication to the community. She has served as a volunteer at the Virginia Museum of Fine Arts, The Virginia Home, and All Saints Episcopal Church.

Wilbur served proudly in the U.S. Navy, Pacific Theater, during World War II.

A perfect day for Wilbur would be spent at Virginia Beach boating and playing a game of tennis.