Bettina Charisse Altizer

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.

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

• Car Accidents

• Free Consultation
• Contingent Fees

Ohio

Since 1988

Virginia

Since 1990

President

Altizer Law, P.C.

2012 - Current

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

1991 - Current

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

1990 - 1991

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

1988 - 1990

I practiced with this large law firm in the areas of insurance defense work and litgation.

University of Virginia School of Law

J.D.

1985 - 1988

University of Virginia

B.A. | American Government, History

1981 - 1985

Honors: High Distinction

Ohio State Bar

Member

Current

Roanoke Bar Association

2012 - Current

Professional Women Resources

Member

1994 - Current

Activities: I am proud to be one of the founding members of this wonderful group of professional women.

Virginia State Bar

Member

1990 - Current