Attorney Bio
Abigail Hockett is a litigation attorney in the Newport News office of Melone Hatley, P.C., where she is a dedicated advocate with over a decade of experience representing families across Virginia. Her practice focuses on family law, estate planning, and immigration matters, often at the intersection of these critical legal areas. Abigail is passionate about helping clients protect what matters most to them, whether that means resolving divorce, custody, or other complex family law matters, preparing highly customized estate plans, or guiding families through family-based immigration petitions or Special Immigrant Juvenile Status (SUS) proceedings.
Throughout her career, Abigail has practiced in courts across Hampton Roads, including Juvenile and Domestic Relations District Courts, General District Courts, and Circuit Courts. Throughout her career, she has advocated for clients in family court, defended parental interests in SUS cases, and helped families remain together through complex custody-linked immigration proceedings. She has also supervised legal teams, led community education initiatives, and frequently speaks on immigration topics relevant to family law practitioners.
Abigail’s analytical strengths and compassionate advocacy have earned her a reputation as a trusted guide for families navigating some of the most critical and personal legal challenges facing them.
Education
- Regent University School of Law, J.D., Concentration in International Law
- Regent University, M.B.A., Human Resources Management
- Christopher Newport University, B.S., Business Administration – Finance
Memberships
- Virginia State Bar
- American Immigration Lawyers Association (AILA)
