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Brett B. Thompson
Principal, ESQ.

Brett B. Thompson focuses his practice on residential and commercial real estate, refinancing, corporate law, business law, creditor’s rights and civilian litigation.

A native of Chesapeake, Virginia, he is a 1993 graduate of Western Branch High School in Chesapeake, where he was an All-American wrestler.  Brett resides in Virginia Beach with his wife, Tiffany, daughter, Briana, and sons, Brock and Brody. When not focusing on his family, profession or civic organizations, Brett enjoys teaching a martial art called Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu as an instructor at Linxx Academy of Martial Arts. He started training in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu in 1997 and he received his Black Belt from world renowned Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Professor Pedro Sauer in 2005. 

Brett created a real estate agent safety and self defense class to address the rising criminal activity perpetrated against real estate agents.  He offers the class quarterly free of charge.

Bar Admissions

  • Commonwealth of Virginia, 2001
  • U.S. Bankruptcy Court, Eastern Virginia, 2003
  • State of North Carolina, 2023

Education

  • Virginia Military Institute – B.A., 1998
  • Regent University – J.D., 2001

Awards & Recognition

  • “Top 40 Under 40 Business Professionals in Hampton Roads”
    Inside Business Magazine, 2009
  • Affiliate of the Year 2017
    Hampton Roads Realtors Association
  • Wrestling Scholarship
    Virginia Military Institute

Professional & Civic Associations

  • Member and Past President, Norfolk Sunrise Rotary Club
  • The Gathering at Scott Memorial United Methodist Church
  • Board of Directors, United Way of South Hampton Roads
  • Norfolk Sertoma Club
  • Hampton Roads Chamber of Commerce LEAD HAMPTON ROADS Program
  • Hampton Roads Association for Commercial Real Estate
  • Tidewater Mortgage Bankers Association
  • Hampton Roads Realtors Association Affiliate
  • Board of Directors, TowneBank Leadership Alliance

Thompson Law Group Transactional Division

Jillian M. Murphy, Esq.

Real Estate Attorney Team Lead

Jillian's Bio

A native of Hackettstown, New Jersey, Jillian’s journey into the legal field was 
shaped by her many years as a three-sport athlete and team captain, where she learned the value of hard work and leadership. These lessons in perseverance and discipline continue to drive her approach to legal practice today. Jillian embarked on her academic journey at Hood College in Frederick, Maryland where she pursued her undergraduate studies in law and society. Building on her undergraduate education, Jillian went on to graduate from Regent University School of Law, where she excelled academically and distinguished herself as a rising legal talent.
Jillian’s relationship with Thompson Law Group began during her first year of law
school when she joined the firm as an intern. Recognized for her exceptional work ethic and commitment to excellence, she quickly rose through the ranks and now serves as a trusted attorney for the firm.
Licensed to practice law in Virginia and Maryland, Jillian focuses on residential
and commercial real estate closings as well as estate planning. Her clients
appreciate her meticulous attention to detail, proactive approach, and unwavering dedication to their needs.
Outside of the office, Jillian finds joy in spending time with her Husband, Sean and her adorable cat Nigel. An Avid runner and fitness enthusiast, she enjoys staying active in her free time.
With a passion for serving her clients and a reputation for delivering exceptional results, Jillian Murphy is the trusted advocate you can rely on for all of your real estate and estate planning needs.

Austin Streeter, Esq.

Associate Attorney

Austin's Bio

Austin is a native of Warrenton, Virginia, where he grew up on a farm learning the value of hard work and discipline at an early age. Shortly after graduating from Fauquier High School, he enlisted in the United States Navy where he served our Country as an Explosive Ordnance Disposal Chief Petty Officer from 2006 to 2018. While serving in the Navy, Austin took undergraduate courses at Regent University and graduated with a B.S. in business in 2017.

Austin is a 2020 graduate of Regent University School of Law where he served as a senior editor on the Regent University Law Review and the secretary for the Business Law Society. Austin’s practice focuses residential and commercial real estate transactions, corporate law, estate planning, and landlord/tenant litigation.

He brings a unique perspective to his real estate clients as he is also a licensed real estate agent and investor. Austin currently resides in Chesapeake, Virginia with his wife and three beautiful children.

K. Sloan Lambert, Esq.

Associate Attorney

Sloan's Bio

K. Sloan Lambert is a proud Mechanicsville, Virginia native who moved to Hampton Roads in 2020 to attend Regent University School of Law. During her time at Regent, Sloan excelled both academically and in leadership roles, solidifying her passion for people through legal action. As Chairwoman (and now Coach) of the Trial Advocacy Board, she earned national recognition, including titles as a National Trial Advocacy Champion and Best Advocate at prestigious competitions. She also received the Virginia Trial Lawyers Association Advocacy Award and the Book Award for the highest grade in her Trial Practice course. Additionally, Sloan served as Managing and Public Relations Editor for the Journal of Global Justice and Public Policy, organizing thought-provoking symposiums addressing critical legal and global issues.

Licensed in Virginia and Maryland, Sloan is an Associate Attorney at Thompson Law Group, PLLC. Her practice focuses on real estate transactions, estate planning, and LLC formation, where she is dedicated to helping her clients navigate complex legal matters with clarity and confidence.

Sloan’s dedication to excellence began with her undergraduate studies at Virginia Tech, where she earned a Bachelor of Arts in Multimedia Journalism with minors in Psychology and Leadership and Social Change. While at Virginia Tech, she co-founded the university’s chapter of the International Justice Mission, directed its premier female a cappella group, “Soulstice,” and earned the Presidential Volunteer Service Award for completing over 250 hours of community service.

Outside of her legal career, Sloan is a first-degree black belt in Tae Kwon Do, reflecting her passion for self-protection and personal empowerment. She enjoys spending time with her husband, Kalub, and their golden retriever, Londyn, as well as reading novels, attending church, enjoying fashion trends, and connecting with friends and family.

Sloan combines professionalism, dedication, and a client-focused approach in her work, striving to make a positive impact in both her career and community.

Pam Sawyer

Vice President, Paralegal

Melanie Smith

Operations Manager, Paralegal

Analyn Baggett

Paralegal

Isabelle Scheible

Executive Assistant Paralegal

Isabelle's Bio

Isabelle Scheible is a dedicated professional with nearly four years of experience in the industry. She began her career as a receptionist and quickly advanced to the role of processor, showcasing her strong work ethic and commitment to personal and professional growth.

Born and raised in the Ocean Lakes area of Virginia Beach, VA, Isabelle has a deep connection to the water, which fuels her passion for sailing. She is an avid sailor and is capable of navigating a 35ft sailboat. Outside of work, she enjoys a variety of activities, including hiking, reading—averaging 60 books a year—and traveling. Isabelle has visited Italy several times and enjoys exploring new places whenever possible.

A proud dog owner, Isabelle, shares her life with three dogs and cherishes time spent with her family especially her three sisters.

Her dynamic range of interests and experiences has shaped Isabelle into a versatile and well-rounded professional.

Christy Mitchell

Paralegal

Colleen Hill

Post Closing

Laura Toreno

Post Closing

Tyia Maness

Client Care Coordinator

Ace Marie Abellana

Client Relations Executive

Patricia Johnson

Receptionist


Thompson Law Group Legal Action Division

Jeff S. Howell, Jr., Esq. 

Prior to joining the Thompson Law Group, Jeff founded and ran a successful law practice in Virginia Beach which catered to local family owned businesses, builders, tradesmen, and real estate professionals. Jeff’s family founded, owned, and operated small businesses for several generations: including farms, mills, lumber yards, and most recently construction companies. With those values as a foundation, Jeff began his practice in the same way as many of his clients: by spending his life savings to outfit a small one-room office in his home. From that humble beginning, Jeff went on to grow an experienced and dedicated team of professionals tirelessly advocating for clients across Hampton Roads. 

Kelli Kelly

Litigation Paralegal

Taylor Frontera, Esq.

Civil Litigation Attorney

Courtney Bucko


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