About Us

Our Charlottesville Team at Norton Health Law

Our team at Norton Health Law is led by Founding Attorney Beth Norton, a dedicated legal professional with a unique background in healthcare as a former cardiac nurse.  Through that experience, she developed a deep understanding of how moments in crisis can impact individuals and families.

Her combined legal and clinical experience provides a well-rounded perspective that continues to shape the firm’s approach to long-term care planning, elder law, estate planning, and estate administration. She approaches each client’s situation with a broader perspective, a strong sense of advocacy, and a focus on helping clients plan ahead to avoid or lessen the impact of such crises.

Our philosophy is grounded in the belief that a healthy future requires thoughtful, proactive legal planning. Life’s transitions, whether preparing for aging, protecting assets, or managing a loved one’s estate, can be complex and emotional. We are committed to helping individuals and families navigate these moments with clarity, compassion, and confidence.

Before founding the firm, Beth represented the corporate side of healthcare at several prestigious Virginia law firms. Over time, she recognized that her experience could make the greatest impact by working directly with individuals and their families. Today, she leads Norton Health Law with a focus on protecting clients through careful planning and personalized legal guidance, helping to foster overall wellness, financial health, and long-term peace of mind.

Our team at Norton Health Law includes:

• Beth Norton, Founding Attorney, a personable yet fierce advocate ready to fight for her clients; she was raised in Virginia and has worked in the state for much of her life, earning her law degree from the University of Virginia School of Law
• Roseanne M. Yowell, Business and Case Manager, leaning on her 25 years of experience developing strong client relationships and providing a comprehensive approach to financial and life care management to an aging population.
• Laura Ross, Client Relations Specialist and Director of Recruiting, leveraging her 30 years’ experience in business development to create lasting relationships that reflect the legal team’s mission to advocate for health and peace of mind
• Grace Chatham, Administrative Assistant, whose organizational talents create assurance that clients’ matters are treated with utmost care and confidentiality
• Haley Adams, Paralegal and Legal Administrative Assistant, whose attention to detail and ability to take on challenging projects ensure clients’ expectations will be met.
• India Whiting, Intake Specialist and Legal Administrative Assistant, whose background in patient care coordination ensures our clients’ matters are handled with the utmost care and sensitivity—understanding many of our clients are reaching out to a law firm for the first time.

With extensive experience and a background that includes work within the corporate side of healthcare, we bring valuable insight into the systems and challenges our clients may face. This perspective allows us to anticipate complexities, provide thoughtful guidance, and develop strategies that protect our clients’ interests at every stage of life.

We apply this approach across our core practice areas, which include:

• Estate planning
• Probate
• Elder law

Regardless of your stage of life or unique circumstances, Norton Health Law is committed to guiding and protecting you as you plan for the future. Whether you are preparing long-term care for yourself or a loved one, navigating the complexities of aging, managing a loved one’s estate, supporting a family member with special needs, or taking the first steps in planning, we have the knowledge, compassion, and commitment to advocacy to serve you every step of the way.

 Call us (434) 978-3100 or contacting us online.