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C. Patrick Tench
Founder & Principal Attorney
Born and raised in Newport News, Patrick is a dedicated legal professional with extensive experience in civil and criminal litigation, insurance, business, real estate and corporate law. He has built a reputation for providing insightful legal guidance and strategic counsel to a diverse range of clients. Patrick’s career spans almost two decades, during which he has held significant roles including Associate General Counsel at a large international company, where he led nationwide liability claims and litigation teams, For years prior to that role, he was as a partner at Jones, Blechman, Woltz & Kelly, P.C., and Chairman of the firm’s Litigation Group, specializing in plaintiff and defense litigation throughout Virginia courts.
Patrick’s expertise encompasses a broad spectrum of legal areas, including personal injury, motor vehicle and trucking accidents, wills/trusts/estate litigation, general civil and commercial litigation and liability, criminal defense, employment and labor issues, landlord and tenant, real estate, business and contractual matters. Patrick’s approach combines professionalism and aggressive representation with a friendly demeanor, making him a trusted advisor to clients and colleagues alike.
Patrick holds a Juris Doctor degree from the University of Richmond and a Bachelor of Arts in History from Randolph-Macon College. Patrick is licensed to practice law in Virginia and the U.S. District Courts of the Eastern District of Virginia.
Outside of his legal practice, he is passionate about animal welfare, enjoys reading, and follows sports such as the NFL (Pittsburgh Steelers) and EPL (Newcastle United). Patrick lives in Newport News with his wife, stepdaughter and pack of rescue animals.
Licenses & Admissions
Virginia State Bar (2007)
U.S. District Court, Eastern District Virginia
U.S. Bankruptcy Court, Eastern District Virginia
Degrees
Juris Doctor, Cum Laude– University of Richmond (2007)
Bachelor of Arts (Honors)- Randolph Macon College (2004)
Community Affiliations
Board of Directors, Peninsula SPCA (2015-2025)
Board of Directors, Newport News Police Foundation
Articles
https://www.vanguardlawmag.com/case-studies/c-patrick-tench-ferguson-enterprises
Trusted Advocacy Across Multiple Legal Disciplines
Tench Law, PLLC offers personalized legal guidance rooted in nearly two decades of experience. Our commitment to integrity, client-focused service, and thorough representation drives every case we handle, ensuring tailored solutions that meet the unique needs of individuals and businesses throughout Virginia.