Jonathan E. Halperin, Personal Injury Attorney in Glen Allen, Virginia
Over 35 years of legal practice
Glen Allen, VA
Practicing personal injury in Glen Allen since 1991.
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Jonathan E. Halperin is an attorney based in Glen Allen, VIRGINIA. The practice focuses on Personal Injury. Jonathan has over 35 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Halperin Law Center.
- Based in
- Glen Allen, VIRGINIA
- Experience
- over 35 years
- Known for
- Personal Injury
- Handles Personal Injury matters from Glen Allen, VIRGINIA.
- Over 35 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with Best Lawyers in America — Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs (2026).
About Jonathan E. Halperin: Jonathan E. Halperin is an attorney based in Glen Allen, VIRGINIA. The practice focuses on Personal Injury. Jonathan has over 35 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Halperin Law Center.
Areas of practice
Practice areas handled by Jonathan E. Halperin
Jonathan concentrates on personal injury. Each area below outlines the kind of case Jonathan handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Personal Injury cases in Glen Allen, Virginia
Jonathan takes personal injury matters in Glen Allen, Virginia. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Jonathan agrees to represent you.
Biography
About Jonathan E. Halperin — Over 35 years of Virginia personal injury experience
Jonathan E. Halperin is an attorney based in Glen Allen, VIRGINIA. The practice focuses on Personal Injury. Jonathan has over 35 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Halperin Law Center.
When you’ve been injured, don’t take chances with your future. The insurance company will not offer you a fair amount of compensation, which is why you’re going to need a skilled, aggressive injury lawyer to fight for you during this time.
Meet Jonathan Halperin, an attorney with a wealth of experience from three decades of trials in both state and federal courts. He was selected as a Virginia Super Lawyer® and has been selected to the list of Top 100 Attorneys in Virginia and Top 50 Attorneys in Richmond by Super Lawyers’®. Jonathan has also been named one of the Best Lawyers in Richmond by Richmond’s Style Weekly, and was selected for inclusion in Best Lawyers in America, 2015-2023 Editions from Best Lawyers®. He is also AV Rated by Martindale-Hubbell, the highest rating they bestow on attorneys.
Mr. Halperin has been in practice for over 30 years, and during that time, he has left his mark on the law through ground-breaking legal actions. He has fought for the rights of victims, pursued many cases that challenged harmful products, and kept true to his focus on personal injury law.
Before he came to Richmond, Mr. Halperin was a Senior and Founding Partner of a boutique litigation law firm in Washington, D.C. He has lectured extensively in the fields of personal injury and trial law. Additionally, he taught federal practice and procedure at The Columbus School of Law for 7 years. He continues to present legal education courses and seminars to attorneys and legal staff for the Virginia Trial Lawyers’ Association. He has also lectured on behalf of the Roscoe Pound Foundation regarding the fundamentals of trial practice.
His accomplishments include:- Chairman, Civil Rights Section of the American Association for Justice (2023)
- On the Board of Governors of the Virginia Trial Lawyers Association
- Selected as Virginia Leader In The Law 2015 by Virginia Lawyer’s Weekly
- Selected for inclusion in the Best Lawyers in America, 2015-2023
- Selected for inclusion in Best Lawyers and Law Firms 2018-2023
- Selected as a Top Richmond Metro Law Firm by US News & World Report 2016-2023
- Named one of the Top 100 Attorneys in Virginia by Super Lawyers®, in the top one percent for 2017 – 2021, 2023
- Named one of the Top 50 Attorneys in Richmond by Super Lawyers® for 2017 – 2021, 2023
- A long list of successful outcomes.
- The establishment of the new tort of spoliation for destruction of evidence in the District of Columbia
- Taught Federal Practice and Procedure as an Adjunct Professor of Law at the Catholic University of America and Columbus School of Law
- Teaches Continuing Legal Education to the Virginia Trial Lawyers Association
- Taught Continuing Legal Education courses for the District of Columbia Bar
- Was chosen to coach the American University Law School National Moot Court Team
- Served as a Delegate to the Judicial Conference for the D.C. Court of Appeals
- Served as a Steering Committee Member of the Injury to Persons and Property Section Committee of the D.C. Bar
- Served as Master of the Bench of the Thurgood Marshall American Inn of Court
Jonathan's approach to personal injury cases
When you’ve been injured, don’t take chances with your future. The insurance company will not offer you a fair amount of compensation, which is why you’re going to need a skilled , aggressive injury lawyer to fight for you during this time. Meet Jonathan Halperin, an attorney with a wealth of experience from three decades of trials in both state and federal courts. He was selected as a Virginia…
Clients Jonathan works with
Jonathan reviews new inquiries case-by-case for personal injury matters in Glen Allen and the surrounding Virginia area.
Credentials
Jonathan E. Halperin's legal education and bar admissions
George Washington University
— · 1987
Columbus School of Law
J.D. · 1991
Jurisdictions
Jonathan's state bar admissions
Virginia, Richmond B
ACTIVE
United States, Distr
ACTIVE
United States, Distr
ACTIVE
United States, Court
ACTIVE
United States, Court
ACTIVE
United States, Distr
ACTIVE
District of Columbia
1992 · ACTIVE
Maryland
1992 · ACTIVE
Virginia, Commonweal
1991 · ACTIVE
Jonathan studied at — in George Washington University and J.D. in Columbus School of Law.
Law school and academic background
Jonathan completed — in George Washington University and J.D. in Columbus School of Law. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Jonathan runs in Virginia is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Awards, publications, and recognition of Jonathan E. Halperin
Jonathan has received 15 formal recognitions from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
Best Lawyers in America — Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice:
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Medical Malpractice Law - Plaintiffs
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Product Liability Litigation - Plaintiffs
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Professional Malpractice Law - Plaintiffs
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Civil Rights Law
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Awards:
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Top 50 Lawyers in Richmond, SuperLawyers
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Top 100 Virginia Super Lawyers, in the top 1% in the state.
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Selected as 2015 Leader in the Law by Virginia Lawyers Weekly
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Voted one of Richmond's Best Lawyers in Style Weekly, 2015
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Martindale-Hubbell AV Preeminent 5 out of 5 Peer Rated for over 10 years
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Selected to Virginia Super Lawyers (only the top 5% of attorneys in each state receive this honor)
2026
Best Lawyers in America — AVVO Superb "10 out of 10" client rating
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Selected by Super Lawyers as Top 100 of All Virginia Attorneys
2026
Legal awards and honors
Best Lawyers in America — Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice: (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Medical Malpractice Law - Plaintiffs (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Product Liability Litigation - Plaintiffs (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Professional Malpractice Law - Plaintiffs (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Civil Rights Law (2026).
Locations
Jonathan E. Halperin's office in Glen Allen
Jonathan's primary office is at 4435 Waterfront Drive, Suite 100, Glen Allen, Virginia, 23060. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Halperin Law Center
4435 Waterfront Drive, Suite 100
Glen Allen, Virginia 23060
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How to hire Jonathan E. Halperin — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new personal injury attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Jonathan usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Jonathan charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Jonathan's office.
What to bring to your first meeting
Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; Jonathan will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a personal injury attorney in Glen Allen, Virginia
A short list to run through before you commit: How many personal injury matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?
Fees & payment
Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for Jonathan
Jonathan discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in personal injury practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every personal injury matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. Jonathan confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Jonathan's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many personal injury practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Jonathan E. Halperin
How much does it cost to hire Jonathan for a personal injury case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Jonathan walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Jonathan offer a free consultation?
Jonathan charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Jonathan's office. Some personal injury attorneys offer free consults — check Jonathan's current terms during booking.
How long do personal injury cases in Virginia typically take?
Simple personal injury matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. Jonathan gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Jonathan take my case if I'm outside Glen Allen?
Jonathan is licensed in Virginia. Matters governed by Virginia law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Jonathan will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.
What should I bring to my first meeting with Jonathan?
Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. Jonathan will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Jonathan accepting new personal injury clients right now?
Jonathan's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
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