Meet Lee
Lee joined Allen & Allen, with nearly a decade of legal experience under his belt. Lee always knew that he wanted to be a personal injury attorney, but was able to gain experience in the courtroom by practicing family law, contract law and criminal law before making that transition. He wants to be a support to his clients when they are at a low point in their lives. He believes in restoring a sense of normalcy to those who have been injured, and looks forward to the “post-verdict hug” that comes after a successful case.
He comes to the firm with a wealth of courtroom experience. His diverse legal background has helped him strategize in the courtroom and confidently litigate for every client he serves. He has been recognized by Super Lawyers as a Rising Star every year since 2020.
A Hampton Roads native, Lee found his way to Richmond and enjoys soaking in all the experiences that the area offers. He enjoys the thriving food scene, world-class breweries, and the flexibility to explore the river, mountains, or ocean – all within a couple of hours of one another.
Experience
- Attorney, Allen, Allen, Allen & Allen (2021-Present)
- Attorney, The Joel Bieber Firm (2020-2021)
- Associate Attorney, Kalbaugh, Pfund & Messersmith (2017-2020)
- Associate Attorney, Throop Law (2016-2017)
- Contract Attorney, UnitedLex (2015-2016)
- Assistant Public Defender, 5th Circuit Public Defender (2011-2015)
Bar Admissions
- Commonwealth of Virginia
- Florida
Education
- Juris Doctor, University of Miami School of Law
- Bachelor of Arts in Economics, University of Virginia
Honors
- Virginia SuperLawyers, Rising Star (2020-2025)
- Lawyers of Distinction, 2022
Professional Affiliations
- Richmond Bar Association, CLE Committee Member
- Virginia Trial Lawyers Association, Diversity and Inclusion Alliance
$215,000 automobile collision verdict from Hanover County
Attorneys Lee Appleton and Irvine Reaves secured a $215,000 jury verdict for a young client who was injured in a serious automobile collision. The crash occurred in November 2019, when...
Buckle up, Virginia: A deep dive into the evolution of our seatbelt laws (and why it matters for your safety and your case)
As Virginia personal injury attorneys, we see firsthand the devastating consequences of car crashes. While no one ever plans to be in a collision, understanding the laws designed to protect...
Thomas from Hanover
A friend referred us to Lee. Working with Lee and Irvine was amazing. I’ve never been through something like this. They are very personal and positive about the whole experience....
$1M Settlement for Nursing Home Negligence Case
Attorneys Ellen Bognar and Lee Appleton obtained a $1,000,000 settlement for their client who suffered a below-the-knee amputation as a result of nursing home negligence. The facility did not care...
Expired vehicle inspection stickers and Virginia law
Virginia requires every driver to keep their car in safe condition. One way the state enforces this is through inspection stickers. These stickers show that your car passed safety checks...
Tractor-trailer crash – $3,100,000
In June of 2017, our client was traveling with his family from North Carolina to Williamsburg, Virginia for a vacation. They were driving north on Interstate 95. At the same...