Charles Phillips Bowles IV
Family Attorney | Serving Warsaw, VA
Family & Criminal Defense
Biography
From protecting the public to protecting your future
From protecting the public to protecting your futureI spent more than a decade in law enforcement—culminating as Chief of Police—before founding Bowles Law Group, PLLC in Warsaw. That insider experience with investigations, evidence, and courtroom strategy now gives my clients a decisive edge in contested child custody, visitation, foster-care/dependency, and criminal defense matters throughout Eastern Virginia.
How I Help
How I HelpFocus Area & What You Can Expect
Focus Area & What You Can Expect- Custody, Visitation & Support (primary practice) - Child-centered negotiation first, relentless litigation when settlement fails. I’m equally comfortable in Juvenile & Domestic Relations and Circuit Courts.
- Child Dependency / CPS - Rapid response to DSS petitions, safety plans, and foster-care review hearings; clear guidance on meeting statutory timelines to reunite families.
- Criminal & Traffic Defense - We use police procedures insight to spot bad stops and weak warrants, as well as pragmatic plea-bargain advice or full jury-trial representation.
Why Clients Choose Me
Why Clients Choose Me- Law-enforcement insight, prosecutor’s perspective
- Straight talk + clear game plans—no jargon, just next steps
- Faith-grounded compassion (Micah 6:8) with fierce advocacy
- Bilingual service—hablo español fluidamente
- Flexible access—video, phone, secure client portal & e-signature
- Payment options that fit real budgets—retainers, payment plans, credit cards, and select limited-scope representation
- Complimentary 30-minute strategy call* for qualified matters
*Free consultation slots are limited each week; schedule early to reserve yours.
Recent Wins
Recent Wins- Secured sole legal & physical custody for a parent after multi-day trial
- Won visitation expansion for non-custodial father despite prior limited access
- Achieved dismissal of felony firearm charge for first-time defendant
**Results depend on the facts of each case; past success doesn’t guarantee future outcomes.
**Results depend on the facts of each case; past success doesn’t guarantee future outcomes.Let’s Talk
When your family, freedom, or both are on the line, you deserve counsel who knows the system from every angle. Call , message me right here on Avvo, or visit to book your free 30-minute consultation and start building your plan today.
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Charles Phillips Bowles IV
Family & Criminal Defense