Sabina Thaler
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Practice Areas:
- Criminal Law
- Child Support
- Civil Rights
- Family Law
- Personal Injury
Biography
Sabina Thaler is a Virginia attorney who focuses on helping clients navigate difficult legal situations with clarity, strategy, and strong advocacy. She practices with Coates, Battle & Tyree, where her work centers on litigation and criminal defense, representing individuals facing a wide range of charges and legal disputes.
Ms. Thaler brings substantial courtroom and appellate experience to her practice. She has handled cases ranging from misdemeanors to serious felony matters, including complex and high-stakes cases. Her approach is practical and client-focused—she works closely with clients to understand their goals, explain their options in plain terms, and develop a clear path forward.
Previously, Ms. Thaler served as an appellate attorney with the Office of the Attorney General of Virginia, where she handled complex criminal appeals. This experience gives her a deep understanding of how cases are evaluated at every stage, allowing her to anticipate legal issues early and position cases for the strongest possible outcome.
Earlier in her career, Ms. Thaler served as a public defender in multiple Virginia jurisdictions, ultimately rising to Senior Assistant Public Defender in Chesterfield. She also has experience in civil litigation, including construction fraud and family law matters. This broad background allows her to approach each case with both legal precision and real-world perspective.
Ms. Thaler is committed to providing responsive, straightforward representation and to guiding clients through the legal process with professionalism and respect. Whether in negotiations, at trial, or on appeal, she is a dedicated advocate focused on achieving the best possible results for her clients.
Education
- Washington and Lee University School of Law, Lexington, Virginia
- J.D.
- Honors: Clinical Legal Education Award Winner
- Law Journal, Journal of Civil Rights and Social Justice, Editor in Chief
- Virginia Tech, Blacksburg, Virginia
- 2007
- Honors: magna cum laude
Bar Admission
- Virginia, 2011
- Maryland, 2012
- Florida, 2014
- District of Columbia, 2012
- U.S. Court of Appeals 4th Circuit
Honors
- Clinical Legal Education Award
Current Employment Positions
- Attorney
Languages
- English (Primary)
Professional Associations
- Metro Richmond Women's Bar Association, Present
- Chesterfield County Bar Association, Present
- Lewis F. Powell Inns of Court, Team Leader, Present
Past Positions
- Virginia Indigent Defense Commission, Office of the Public Defender, Senior Assistant Public Defender, 2015 to 2024
- Office of the Attorney General, Criminal Appeals, Assistant Attorney General III, 2024 to 2026
Fraternities and Sororities
- Kappa Delta
Litigation
- 100%

