Copenhaver, Ellett & Derrico
30 Franklin Road SW
Suite 200
Roanoke, VA 24011-1907
Phone: 540-343-9349
Fax: 540-342-9258

Firm Overview

Roanoke, Virginia Firm Dedicated to Honesty, Compassion, and Respect

Since its founding in 1964, the law office of Copenhaver Ellett & Derrico has built a sound reputation for its honesty, compassion and respect in handling a variety of matters in the Roanoke Valley Area of Southwest Virginia. Our clients appreciate our sensitivity to their needs and the innovative legal solutions we provide.

When you have a legal concern in Virginia, we encourage you to call 540-343-9349 or contact us online to schedule a time to meet with one of our experienced lawyers.

Our Approach to Your Representation

We view our relationships with our clients as partnerships. Clients provide the facts and circumstances and we provide the analysis and solutions. Our attorneys have the necessary resources to achieve positive results in your case. Whatever your legal need, don't let the legal maze intimidate you. We will guide you through the legal process and help you understand your rights.

We pride ourselves on combining the friendly, personal service of a neighborhood law office with the expertise of a large, full service firm. With each of our clients, the goal is the same: careful, considerate, and professional legal services. Although we are often busy, we are never too busy to return phone calls and answer your questions. We keep every client fully informed regarding the progress of their case.

Our firm is focused on helping the members of our community. Whether you are facing criminal charges such as drug possession or drunk driving (DUI) or you want to start a new business, we will give you the legal advice and guidance you need. We invite you to learn more about our practice.

Giving Back to the Community

We strive to serve charitable and civic organizations as well. We understand our clients are also our neighbors and friends. We are fortunate to be able to contribute our time and effort to numerous community organizations across Southwest Virginia, including:

  • Camp Virginia Jaycee / Dare to Care Charities, Inc.
  • Roanoke Bar Association
  • Virginia Western Community College
  • Second Presbyterian Church
  • United States Naval Institute
  • Beth Israel Synagogue
  • Commonwealth Catholic Charities
  • Total Action Against Poverty
  • Legal Aid Society
  • Mary Baldwin College
  • Refugee & Immigration Services
  • Saint Andrews Catholic Church

Schedule an Appointment With an Experienced Virginia Attorney

Call 540-343-9349 or contact us online to schedule an appointment with one of our experienced lawyers. We are dedicated to providing exceptional personal attention and we will always return your phone calls.

We are available in our Roanoke office between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. Monday through Friday and at other times by appointment. We will visit you in jail upon request.

Copenhaver, Ellett & Derrico

30 Franklin Road SW
Suite 200
Roanoke, VA 24011-1907
Phone: 540-343-9349 | Fax: 540-342-9258
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At the law office of Copenhaver, Ellett & Derrico, we represent clients throughout the Roanoke Valley in Roanoke, Salem, Vinton, Botetourt County, Craig County, Franklin County, Floyd County, Montgomery County, Roanoke County and throughout the New River Valley and Southwest Virginia.

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CASE RESULTS DEPEND UPON A VARIETY OF FACTORS UNIQUE TO EACH CASE AND PAST CASE RESULTS DO NOT GUARANTEE OR PREDICT A SIMILAR RESULT IN ANY FUTURE CASE UNDERTAKEN BY OUR LAW FIRM.

The information you obtain at this site is not, nor is it intended to be, legal advice. You should consult an attorney for individual advice regarding your own situation.