Midlothian, VA

Peter C. Burnett

Peter Burnett is a graduate of Hobart College and Antioch School of Law. He has practiced law in Leesburg since 1977. Peter limited his practice to personal injury law when he founded Burnett & Williams in 1988. In addition to building the firm into one of Virginia’s oldest and most experienced personal injury law firms, Peter has compiled an impressive array of legal achievements, including obtaining the highest wrongful death verdict in Virginia history, obtaining the highest personal injury verdict in Loudoun County, and other record results. Peter has guided the firm through a number of noteworthy cases including multi-million-dollar settlements and verdicts for wrongful death, medical malpractice and automobile accident cases. He has earned a reputation as a relentless advocate who is always willing to negotiate carefully and creatively on behalf of his in pursuit of a fair outcome. In cases large and small, Peter works closely with clients to uncover every important detail and to convey a full understanding of their claims to the insurance adjustors and attorneys on the other side. For his dedicated service to his clients and the Virginia legal system, Peter has received numerous accolades and honors. Among them are Lawyer of the Year designated by U.S. News for Plaintiff’s personal injury in 2022 and induction into the Virginia Lawyers Hall of Fame. He has also served in leadership positions in the Virginia State Bar and locally having been President of the Loudoun County Bar Association, a member of the Virginia State Bar Council, Chairman of the VSB Diversity Conference, and Chairman of the VSB Judicial Nominations Committee. Currently, as the Chair of the VSB Senior Lawyers Conference, Peter assembled a team to produce a video on the importance of civility and professionalism for lawyers. It is intended to have multiple uses from presentations to 3rd year law students to continuing legal education seminars for practicing lawyers to law firm education for young associates. Peter has been committed to charitable activities in Loudoun County for many years. He is a founding director of the Loudoun Abused Women’s Shelter, a founding director and Chairman of Loudoun Cares, Co-Chairman of the Downtown Improvement Association, founder and Chairman of the Loudoun Law Foundation, and founding Chairman of the Virginia Diversity Foundation, the parent organization of the Ampersand Pantry Project. Whether salvaging a historic Leesburg structure, building a home for a valued member of the community, or planning for the future of downtown Leesburg, Peter is tirelessly devoted to the common good.

W. Joseph Owen III

Joe Owen is an experienced and well-respected estate planning and trial lawyer. He began practicing law in 1976 and has achieved large jury verdicts and settlements in civil cases and excellent results for clients in criminal cases. He represents individuals and businesses in civil and commercial litigation, criminal defense, personal injury, real estate, estate planning, corporate, and construction law. He is passionate about addiction recovery and helping clients restore their lives, with a personal mantra that 'Every Client Matters'.

Stephen Sommers

Stephen V. Sommers was born at Camp Pendleton, CA, October 4, 1956. He retired from the United States Air Force at the rank of Major after 22 years flying fighter aircraft. Mr. Sommers has been admitted to practice before the United States District Courts for the Fourth Circuit and the Tenth Circuit and all Virginia Courts. He has extensive experience in all types of trial litigation and specializes in personal injury, criminal defense, medical malpractice, product liability, aviation crash litigation, as well as general civil litigation in state and federal courts.

Faiz T. Shaheen

Faiz focuses his practice on residential and commercial real estate transactions, real estate disputes, personal injury, and estate planning. His expertise extends to resolving contractual disputes, boundary issues, easement matters, and title defects. He has secured favorable outcomes in a range of disputes, from personal injury claims to complex contractual disagreements. His personal injury practice is dedicated to helping clients recover maximum compensation, offering compassionate yet determined representation to ensure they are made whole. Born and raised in Richmond, Faiz is a proud alumnus of Benedictine College Preparatory. He earned his Bachelor of Arts from James Madison University and his Juris Doctor from the University of Richmond T.C. Williams School of Law. Faiz is a licensed settlement agent under RESA and a member of both the Virginia State Bar and the Virginia Bar Association.

Valerie K. Williams

Valerie K. Williams is a Managing Partner at Keller, Lisgar & Williams, LLP, specializing in personal injury litigation. She earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in Criminal Justice from Stockton State College in 1994 and a Juris Doctor degree from Widener University School of Law in 1998. She has been licensed in Pennsylvania since 1998 and New Jersey, and also in the U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Pennsylvania. She is a member of the American, Pennsylvania, Delaware County, and Philadelphia County Bar Associations, and the American Association for Justice. She has been recognized in the National Trial Lawyers Top 100 list since 2016 and as a 'Rising Star Super Lawyer' of Pennsylvania.

Daniel P. Leavitt

Daniel P. Leavitt is a Virginia trial attorney specializing in serious traffic offenses, DUI, speeding, and misdemeanor criminal defense. He has successfully handled thousands of cases and is admitted to the Virginia Bar. He is a member of the National College for DUI Defense and has been recognized by National Trial Lawyers as a Top 100 Trial Lawyer.

Robert Bohn, Jr.

Robert Bohn, Jr. earned his Juris Doctor degree from Santa Clara University School of Law in 1995. He passed the California state bar on his first attempt and has since dedicated his career to representing individuals with serious injuries and families affected by wrongful death. He has lectured on various legal topics, held leadership roles in trial lawyer organizations, and received numerous awards for his legal excellence and service to the people of California. He is known for his commitment to helping others and his strategic approach to personal injury litigation.