Yolanda Beasley
When your family is changing, the uncertainty can feel overwhelming. Divorce, custody disputes, support issues, and protective order matters can affect your children, your finances, your home, and your future.
Quick Facts
Bar Admissions & Education
· Virginia Supreme Court & State Bar Admission (2019)
· Syracuse University College of Law – J.D. (2017)
· University of Virginia – B.A. (2011)
· State Certified Guardian ad Litem for Children (GAL)
Experience
· Experienced Family Law Attorney
· Experienced Trial Attorney
· Experienced Guardian ad Litem (GAL)
· Hampton Roads Court Experience
· Custody, Divorce, and Support Litigation Experience
Awards & Associations
· Family Law Top Lawyers of Coastal Virginia, Coastal Virginia Magazine
· Rising Star Award, Super Lawyers
· Top 40 under 40, National Black Lawyers
· T2 Fitness Foundation, Board Member
· Distinguished Award Honoree for public service as a youth and social justice advocate, the Norfolk Public Library and African American Community Creative Series as an AACCS
· Virginia Bar Association
· South Hampton Roads Bar Association, Executive Committee
Contact Information
· Invictus Law 1240 Perimeter Parkway, Ste. 404 Virginia Beach, VA 23454
· Office: 757-337-2727
About Yolanda Beasley
Yolanda Beasley is the senior family law attorney at Invictus Law in Virginia Beach. She represents clients throughout Hampton Roads in divorce, child custody, visitation, support, protective order, separation agreement, modification, and enforcement matters.
Yolanda Beasley helps clients navigate family law matters with compassion, clarity, and steady advocacy. She understands that clients are not just dealing with a legal case—they are dealing with one of the most personal and stressful seasons of their lives.
At Invictus Law, Yolanda works to help clients restore order, understand their options, and move forward with confidence.
Yolanda understands that family law is not just about court filings and legal arguments. These cases often involve a client’s children, finances, home, peace of mind, and future. She helps clients understand the process, prepare for the road ahead, and make decisions with confidence.
As a Certified Guardian ad Litem, Yolanda also has experience advocating for the best interests of children in contested matters. Her experience provides additional perspective into how courts evaluate custody and visitation issues and reinforces her thoughtful, child-focused approach in family law cases.
Her approach reflects the mission of Invictus Law: restoring order when legal challenges create chaos.
Practice
Focus
Yolanda Beasley is the senior family attorney at Invictus Law and focuses her practice exclusively on family law matters, including:
What Clients Value About Yolanda Beasley
Clients consistently value:
· Compassionate and practical guidance Strategic preparation
· Focus on family law
· Guardian ad Litem experience
· Clear communication
· Trial-ready advocacy
· Responsiveness and professionalism
· Calm leadership during stressful situations
· Honest and practical advice
Jurisdictions & Proceedings
Ms. Beasley practices in the following local courts:
· Virginia Beach Courts
· Norfolk Courts
· Chesapeake Courts
· Portsmouth Courts
· Suffolk Courts
· Newport News Courts
· Hampton Courts
Why Clients Hire Yolanda Beasley
Focused Exclusively on Family Law Matters
Family law requires a different approach than many other areas of legal practice. These cases often involve deeply personal issues affecting children, parenting relationships, financial stability, and a client’s future long after the case is over. For that reason, Yolanda has chosen to focus her practice entirely on family law matters rather than dividing her attention across multiple areas of law.
By concentrating exclusively on divorce, custody, visitation, support, protective order, separation agreement, and other domestic relations matters, Yolanda brings focused experience and insight to the challenges families face in Virginia courts. Her practice is centered on helping clients navigate difficult transitions with compassion, preparation, and practical guidance designed to protect what matters most.
Guardian ad Litem Experience
As a Certified Guardian ad Litem (GAL), Yolanda has experience representing the best interests of children involved in legal proceedings. That experience provides valuable insight into how courts evaluate custody, visitation, parenting arrangements, and the factors affecting a child’s well-being.
Her GAL background helps her approach custody and visitation matters with both legal strategy and a strong understanding of the issues that impact children and families during litigation.
Compassionate Advocacy
Family law matters require more than legal knowledge. They require patience, preparation, responsiveness, and the ability to guide clients through emotionally difficult situations while remaining focused on practical outcomes.
Yolanda takes the time to listen, explain the process, and help clients understand what comes next. Her goal is to reduce confusion, provide practical guidance, and ensure clients feel prepared instead of overwhelmed.
Strategic Trial-Ready Representation
Every case is approached with preparation, attention to detail, and strategic focus. Whether resolving a matter through negotiation or litigation, Yolanda prepares every case with the understanding that being prepared creates leverage and protects clients throughout the process.
Clear and Responsive Communication
Family law disputes often create uncertainty and stress for entire families. Clients deserve honest guidance, responsive communication, and a legal team committed to keeping them informed throughout the process. At Invictus Law, responsiveness and preparation are core principles of representation.
Reviews & Results
Our Attorneys
Eric Leckie
Founding Attorney. Marine Corps JAG. Former Prosecutor.
Founder of Invictus Law and a former United States Marine Corps Judge Advocate with over 23 years of trial experience in federal criminal defense, military law, and security clearance matters.
Shemeka Hankins
Former Prosecutor, Decorated Trial Attorney & Fearless Criminal Defense Lawyer
Partner. Former Prosecutor with the Virginia Beach and Norfolk Commonwealth Attorney's Office, recognized as a Super Lawyers Rising Star and Virginia State Bar Local Bar Leader of the Year.
Yolanda Beasley
Family Law and Trial Attorney. Certified Guardian ad Litem.
Virginia Beach native and certified Guardian ad Litem recognized as a Super Lawyers Rising Star (2023, 2024) and National Black Lawyers Top 40 Under 40.
Frequently Asked Questions
What family law matters does Yolanda Beasley handle?
Yolanda represents clients in divorce, custody and visitation disputes, child support matters, spousal support cases, protective orders, separation agreements, and other family law matters throughout Hampton Roads.
Does Yolanda Beasley handle contested custody cases?
Yes. Yolanda represents parents involved in contested custody and visitation disputes and works to protect both parental rights and the best interests of the child.
Can Yolanda Beasley help with protective orders?
Yes. Yolanda represents individuals seeking protective orders as well as those defending against protective order allegations in family law proceedings.
What should I do if I am considering divorce?
Speaking with an attorney early can help you understand your rights, obligations, and options before major decisions are made. Early preparation often helps clients avoid costly mistakes and reduce unnecessary stress.
Will my case go to court?
Some family law matters can be resolved through negotiation or agreement, while others require litigation. Yolanda prepares every case thoroughly and works to pursue the strongest possible outcome based on the facts and circumstances involved.
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