ParisBlank, LLP

ParisBlank, LLP, is a widely respected Virginia law firm with a legacy that extends back to 1951. Operating in our current form since 2002, we offer the utmost in personal service and skilled, determined legal representation primarily for people who are suffering due to accidents caused by others’ negligence or facing criminal charges. Acknowledged As Leaders In The Law The Richmond-based personal injury and criminal defense attorneys at our firm have received many honors reflecting their skill, integrity and proven ability to deliver outstanding results. These include having maintained AV Preeminent peer review ratings* from Martindale-Hubbell for decades and earning numerous inclusions in Virginia Super Lawyers. We are members of the Million Dollar Advocates Forum and a host of other prestigious legal associations. To cite just a few accomplishments, attorney Irving M. Blank has been listed among the American Trial Lawyers Association’s Top 100 Trial Lawyers, served as president of the Virginia State Bar and been named to various boards and commissions of the Commonwealth of Virginia by six different governors. He was also selected to the 2011 class of the Virginia Leaders in the Law and selected by the class as the 2011 Leader of the Year. Leonard A. Paris has maintained an AV Preeminent peer review rating from Martindale-Hubbell for decades and is a past president of the Chesterfield Bar Association. Keith B. Marcus has been selected for inclusion in Virginia Super Lawyers each year from 2011 through 2013. Other Lawyers And Judges Rely On ParisBlank We receive many referrals from other members of the legal profession and clients we have represented in the past. In fact, our firm is often the choice of other lawyers when they face their own challenges in any of our areas of strength — and when their clients’ cases require highly experienced trial advocacy. Simply put, other attorneys turn to our attorneys with trust and confidence. Serious Accident Attorneys Serving Chesterfield And Statewide Virginia Collectively, our legal team has earned dozens of verdicts and settlements exceeding $1 million in matters of personal injury and wrongful death, along with many high-profile criminal cases. While we practice actively in the City of Richmond and Henrico County, we travel throughout the Commonwealth to handle significant car accident and other motor vehicle accident cases, premises liability litigation and select other matters. Your unique needs will be a priority when you contact us at ParisBlank, LLP. Our attorneys meet and work on a personal level with each client, beginning with a free initial consultation. *AV Preeminent and BV Distinguished are certification marks of Reed Elsevier Properties Inc., used in accordance with the Martindale-Hubbell certification procedures, standards and policies. Martindale-Hubbell is the facilitator of a peer review rating process. Ratings reflect the confidential opinions of members of the Bar and the judiciary. Martindale-Hubbell ratings fall into two categories – legal ability and general ethical standards.

Richmond DUI Attorneys Under today’s strict laws, a conviction for driving under the influence of alcohol (DUI) can literally alter the course of your life. Depending on your criminal record and many other factors, you may be concerned about jail time as well as your driver’s license and long-term financial consequences. In Virginia, a reckless driving conviction can be nearly as serious, and you may need a lawyer to deal with other traffic offenses. Get Clear Legal Guidance And Experienced, Rigorous Representation Please do not face a DUI — sometimes called DWI, for driving while intoxicated — or any serious charge without a criminal defense lawyer who is respected in the courts on your side. Do not assume that the outcome will be the same regardless of the attorney you hire. If you select a Richmond DUI attorney at ParisBlank, LLP, you will work directly with a veteran of numerous high-profile criminal cases. In fact, our long-standing firm is often the choice of our peers in the legal profession, along with others from university students to executives. We will grasp your priorities, analyze every angle and identify the best available strategies for negotiation or trial. We are exceptionally equipped to: Defend against a DUI/DWI charge at any level, whether alcohol or drug-related and whether you tested over the limit or refused the test Build the strongest possible case for dismissal or acquittal based on factors such as an unlawful traffic stop, improper breath or blood testing or other procedural errors Negotiate intelligently and assertively with prosecutors for a manageable outcome if the case against you is too strong to overcome