About Us

Ron Smith has practiced law in VA since 1983. He has tried thousands of cases in the past 40 years, and is known as one of the premier criminal defense attorneys on the peninsula. Ron was born and raised in Hampton Roads. He is the former President of The Hampton Bar Association and a partner in the firm of Maust & Smith before starting his own firm. He has been mentor to dozens of criminal defense attorneys in the Commonwealth, and is a talented litigator for crimes of all kinds.

I have complete confidence in every lawyer in this law firm. This is a talented and motivated group of lawyers. I am proud to be a part of it.

Nick Hobbs is a former prosecutor for the city of Newport News and a lifelong resident of Hampton. He graduated from Bethel High School, attended Virginia Tech and ODU, and has a law degree from Regent School of Law. Nick has litigated countless bench and jury trials in criminal and traffic Court, and enjoys holding the Commonwealth to the highest level of against individuals charged with a criminal offense. In addition to his state criminal and traffic law background, Nick also practices extensively in the United States District Court for the 4th Circuit and is an experienced federal criminal defense attorney. Nick is a well-respected member of the community, serves as a substitute judge across the region, and clients rely on him for excellent results on their cases at all levels.

Emily Munn grew up in North Carolina, attended Wake Forest University for undergraduate and law school, and has been practicing law in the Commonwealth since 2001. She has raised her family in Hampton Roads, while dedicating her spare time as president of the Norfolk CASA board of directors for more than 10 years. She also serves on the Federal Bar Assocation board of directors, and has been recognized as a Top 40 Under 40, a member of the Legal Elite, and a Woman of Distinction in the Virginia State Bar. Emily has dedicated her legal career to serving citizens charged with crimes in both state and federal courts, from minor misdemeanors to the most serious felonies. She also handles child custody, divorce, and child support cases. Judges and clients rely on Emily to try cases in all courts with knowledge, zeal, and the highest level of expertise.