Shameka Rhoades, Esq.
5 Star Reviews
“I thought she provided really good counsel throughout the process. She kept things on track. I was very pleased with her and her counsel.”
- Jim B.
“Shameka is awesome! She’s like a little pit bull with her approach! She’s been going above and beyond my expectations. My daughter even made her cupcakes.”
- Gene H.
What Makes Attorney Shameka Rhoades Uniquely Qualified To Represent You?
Shameka graduated from law school, passed the bar (on the first time!), and has been practicing for the last 15 years, but that is not what is most important about her. She has compassion and empathy for her clients because she knows how they feel. She will be there for each client in their time of need.
“I cannot guarantee the outcome,” Shameka says, “but I can guarantee that I will provide you with the best representation possible, and I will be there to help you get through this difficult situation.”
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“People’s emotions run rampant during criminal and family law cases, and sometimes, they cannot see the forest for the trees,” Shameka said. “I want to be their guide through one of the most difficult times in their lives.”
Proud Member
- Hill Tucker Bar Association
- Old Dominion Bar Association
- Henrico County Bar Association
Education
- Ms. Rhoades received her Bachelor of Science in Business Administration from Old Dominion University. She received her Juris Doctor from the Louisiana State University Paul H. Hebert Law Center.
Professional Experience
- Prior to joining Cordell & Cordell, Ms. Rhoades practiced criminal defense her entire career, most recently capital defense. She also has practiced family law and civil law while in private practice.
Publication
- Ms. Rhoades discussed the important role dads play in the lives of their children leading into Father’s Day 2019 in an interview that aired on several Richmond radio stations.
Licenses
- Virginia State Bar, 2006
Let Me Tell You About Charles And His Situation:
Charles stands in the bathroom mirror, just staring at the reflection but not recognizing the tired, run-down shell of a man looking back at him. He is replaying Claire’s words repeatedly in his mind, “I no longer want to be married to you. I am leaving and taking the boys with me.” He remembered the pain he felt in that moment. Charles couldn’t breathe and felt like a cement cinder block had just fallen on his chest. Read More
“I thought she provided really good counsel throughout the process. She kept things on track. I was very pleased with her and her counsel.”
- Jim B.
“Shameka is awesome! She’s like a little pit bull with her approach! She’s been going above and beyond my expectations. My daughter even made her cupcakes.”
- Gene H.
