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Bettina Charisse Altizer

Bettina Charisse Altizer

Altizer Law, P.C.
  • Insurance Claims, Medical Malpractice, Nursing Home Abuse ...
  • Ohio, Virginia
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Biography

Roanoke, Virginia, Personal Injury Lawyer: Ms. Bettina C. Altizer (Partner) was born in Uniontown, Pennsylvania. At the ripe age of three, she decided that she wanted to be a lawyer and that desire never wavered. Bettina moved to the Roanoke Valley with her family in 1973 and graduated with high distinction from the University of Virginia in 1985 with a B.A. in American Government. Bettina graduated from the University of Virginia School of Law in 1988. began practicing with her father, Jack Altizer, in 1991 and they formed the Roanoke injury firm of Altizer & Altizer in Roanoke, VA. They practice exclusively in personal injury, with a special emphasis on medical malpractice, auto accidents, and nursing home neglect. When her father retired, Bettina continued on the tradition and formed Altizer Law, P.C. She continues to concentrate her practice in personal injury law representing those her need her the most -- the people who have been injured as a result of the wrongful conduct of another.

Practice Areas
Insurance Claims
Bad Faith Insurance, Business Insurance, Disability Insurance, Health Insurance, Life Insurance, Motor Vehicle Insurance, Property Insurance
Medical Malpractice
Birth Injury, Medical Misdiagnosis, Pharmacy Errors, Surgical Errors
Nursing Home Abuse
Personal Injury
Animal & Dog Bites, Brain Injury, Car Accidents, Construction Accidents, Motorcycle Accidents, Premises Liability, Truck Accidents, Wrongful Death
Products Liability
Drugs & Medical Devices, Motor Vehicle Defects, Toxic Torts
Divorce
Collaborative Law, Contested Divorce, Military Divorce, Property Division, Same Sex Divorce, Spousal Support & Alimony, Uncontested Divorce
DUI & DWI
Landlord Tenant
Evictions, Housing Discrimination, Landlord Rights, Rent Control, Tenants' Rights
Family Law
Adoption, Child Custody, Child Support, Father's Rights, Guardianship & Conservatorship, Paternity, Prenups & Marital Agreements, Restraining Orders, Same Sex Family Law
Additional Practice Area
  • Car Accidents
Fees
  • Free Consultation
  • Contingent Fees
Jurisdictions Admitted to Practice
Ohio
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Virginia
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Languages
  • English: Spoken, Written
  • Spanish: Written
Professional Experience
President
Altizer Law, P.C.
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Bettina began her own practice last year when her father and law partner retired. She excited to have a new look with the same great service and care of her clients. Bettina and Altizer Law, P.C., is committed to be Your Shield of Protection and Your Sword for Justice -- a mighty combination of caring and a fighting attitude with the skills and smarts to back it up.
Partner
Altizer & Altizer
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I began my legal career with Altizer & Altizer with a general practice of law. I practiced in the areas of personal injury, criminal law, family law, bankrupcty, and worker's compensation. In the last ten years, I have practiced exclusively in the area of personal injury law and medical malpractice for the plaintiff.
Law Clerk
Law Clerk for the Honorable Samuel Wilson, Western District of Virginia
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I had the distinct honor and privilege of being Judge Wilson's first law clerk when he began his judicial tenure. I am eternally grateful for that opportunity and experience.
Associate
Baker & Hostetler
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I practiced with this large law firm in the areas of insurance defense work and litgation.
Education
University of Virginia School of Law
J.D.
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University of Virginia
B.A. | American Government, History
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Honors: High Distinction
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Professional Associations
Ohio State Bar
Member
Current
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Roanoke Bar Association
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Professional Women Resources
Member
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Activities: I am proud to be one of the founding members of this wonderful group of professional women.
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Virginia State Bar
Member
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Websites & Blogs
Website
Website
Website
Altizer Law
Contact & Map
Altizer Law, P.C.
324 Washington Ave SW
Roanoke, VA 24016
Telephone: (540) 345-2000