Jon G. Neal

Bob Yates advocates client rights across all forms of civil litigation and trial practice. His deep bench of proven experience includes the resolution of tort defense, transportation claims, premises liability actions, and construction law disputes. Having successfully tried over 100 jury trials in state and federal courts throughout Virginia, Bob brings extensive litigation and trial acumen to resolving even the most seemingly intractable conflict. In and out of court, Bob also resolves sing...

Joe Rainsbury has 25 years’ experience representing clients before state and federal appellate and trial courts. Prized by clients and colleagues for his writing and oral advocacy skills, he has participated in appeals across the country on myriad legal issues. Over the years, Joe has been involved—either briefing the merits or arguing to a tribunal—in cases from nearly every corner of civil litigation. Joe successfully represented a bank on an appeal of the first Sarbanes-O...

James Kessel is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs. James, who practices law in Richmond, Virginia, has been recognized since 2027. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which James is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area. James enjoys being in court and believes each and every case should be handled from the beginning as if it we...

C. Stephen Setliff is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Mass Tort Litigation / Class Actions - Defendants, Personal Injury Litigation - Defendants, Railroad Law and Transportation Law. C. Stephen practices law in Glen Allen, Virginia Best Lawyers has recognized C. Stephen Setliff since 2008. The Best Lawyers recognition is based on a peer-review survey of lawyers in the same geographic region and legal practice area. The recognition reflects the professional regard ...

Kevin Streit is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Insurance Law, Litigation - Insurance and Personal Injury Litigation - Defendants. Kevin practices law in Glen Allen, Virginia Best Lawyers has recognized Kevin Streit since 2024. The Best Lawyers recognition is based on a peer-review survey of lawyers in the same geographic region and legal practice area. The recognition reflects the professional regard in which Kevin Streit is held by other lawyers.

Scott Oostdyk resolves serious commercial litigation for businesses of all sizes, major corporations, and governments facing their most consequential disputes—ranging from contract battles, insurance recovery actions, and employment conflicts to high-stakes product liability and commercial claims. What distinguishes Scott’s approach to advocacy is his rare combination of courtroom prowess and strategic foresight, honed through prior government leadership experience. Scott understa...

Stephanie E. Grana Partner | Cantor, Grana, Buckner, Bucci, P.C. (The Virginia Trial Firm) | Richmond, Virginia Reviewed by Stephanie E. Grana, Partner. Last reviewed: July 22, 2026. Stephanie E. Grana is a partner at Cantor, Grana, Buckner, Bucci, P.C. (CGBB), The Virginia Trial Firm in Richmond, Virginia. For more than 30 years, Stephanie has represented individuals and families in Virginia who are facing catastrophic injury and the loss of a loved one. She handles medical malpractice, trau...

Connell Mullins represents businesses and individuals in a broad range of commercial litigation and business dispute matters in Richmond, Virginia and throughout the Commonwealth. His practice includes representation in federal and state courts for plaintiffs and defendants in matters involving financial services litigation , products liability and personal injury claims , regulatory proceedings before the Virginia State Corporation Commission (SCC), contract disputes, business torts, employm...

Robert H. Chappell III focuses his practice on commercial bankruptcy , bankruptcy litigation, creditors’ rights , insolvency matters, and business law. Based in Richmond, Virginia, he represents lenders, businesses, and other parties in commercial credit transactions, workouts, restructurings, and recovery matters. His practice includes Bankruptcy and Creditor Debtor Rights / Insolvency and Reorganization Law as well as Litigation - Bankruptcy . Robert has represented asset purchasers i...

Taking the time to explain a client’s case and keeping her clients informed throughout the legal process are characteristics that make Courtney a trusted adviser. For over 30 years, she has been protecting and fighting for her injured clients and their families. Clients describe Courtney as passionate, knowledgeable, committed, highly skilled, and genuinely kind. She effectively navigates the complex side of personal injury litigation while never forgetting to care for the emotional sid...