I. David Horowitz

I. David Horowitz

also known as Dave Horowitz, Isidore David Horowitz

5.0
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 18 years

Divorce and separation Lawyer at Fairfax, VA
Practice Areas: Divorce & Separation, Child Custody, Child Support ... +2 more

10480 Armstrong Street, Fairfax, VA

About I.

Biography

Practice Areas

5

Practice Areas

Divorce and Separation 30%

Navigating the dissolution of a marriage can be delicate process; timing and tone can be important. Divorces can be fault-based, which usually involve a great deal of acrimony and litigation. Divorces can also be on no-fault grounds, which can be much less costly, but emotionally and financially. Mr. Horowitz takes great care to mitigate the costs and necessity for divorce litigation, but is ready to defend his clients' interests vigorously when needed.

19 years

30%
Child Custody 25%

Custody and visitation issues are the most stressful and high-cost types of Family Law litigation. And that is for good reason; the stakes are as high as they come. Mr. Horowitz is known for navigating high-conflict custody litigation with great care and sensitivity, but holds nothing back when it is time to fight for a child's best interest.

19 years

25%
Child Support 20%

Although the Virginia Child Support Guidelines provide a great deal of guidance, separated parents frequently have disagreements about how much each of them earn (or should earn), and the appropriate amount of expenses that should be incurred on behalf of the child. These are critical factors in determining child support, and convincing a Judge to deviate from the guidelines, and Mr. Horowitz leaves no stone unturned when preparing for such arguments.

19 years

20%
Marriage and Prenuptials 15%

Whenever a marriage, or any other Family Law issue, can be settled out of court, the parties almost always walk away better off than if they had to litigate. They save a great deal of money and heartache; but more to the point, the parties know best what a fair and just outcome should look like, and they avoid the uncertainly of leaving thing up to a Judge. Helping parties resolve their conflicts by agreement is one of the most satisfying aspects of Mr. Horowitz's practice of law.

19 years

15%
Alimony 10%

Virginia views marriage as a partnership; so even when one party earn's the vast majority of income during a marriage, the other party's contributions should not be discounted. Mr. Horowitz is proud to help secure financial stability for spouses who have having been supported for many years, and he is equally ready to ensure a supporting spouse is not taken advantage of by his or her former partner.

19 years

10%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Hourly Rates

$ 300-375 per hour


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Virginia for 18 years

State: Virginia

Acquired: 2007

Active

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Location

Law Office of David Horowitz, PLLC

10480 Armstrong Street, Fairfax, VA, 22030

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I. David Horowitz's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

2 Client Reviews

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Posted by Allen | October 19, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody

My personal MATLOCK!

My name is Allen and i do not normally give recommendations, whoever I will when someone stand far above all others. I FULLY RECOMMEND Dave Horowitz when seeking legal counsel. His amazing attention to detail paired with his passion for his clients needs is truly AMAZING. Dave represented me during a... very heated custody battle for my son. Now I have been through custody battles before, and as a Service member it is hard to find someone who can relate to your life style and be able to articulate it to the court. Dave took the time to actually get to know me and ask questions about my family, goals, and normal day to day service. From the start Dave made me feel like my case was his only priority, I was always discuss any concerns or questions with him about the case. He was quick to act on any issues that I brought up. when we entered into the court battle his manner in the court room was methodical and to the point. When he is talking about you or presenting your case he speaks like he truly knows you on a personal level, this left me feeling like I had my personal MATLOCK working for me. Due to his actions and attention to detail I was not only able to keep my family together but was able to get some of my legal fees paid for by the opposing counsels' client.

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I. David Horowitz's Lawyer Endorsements

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Charles Nucciarone

Child custody lawyer | Mar 23

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I recently had occasion to work with David for a mutual client. The client was facing significant criminal charges which then created a custody dispute. As the client’s custody attorney, David showed exemplary dedication to his client by advising me, the criminal attorney, of the ramifications of my representation and what that would mean for the client in the custody arena. David was helpful, collaborative, and dedicated to our clients’ ultimate success. He is a highly knowledgeable attorney in the area of family law and domestic relations, and he has my resounding endorsement."

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Sonya Powell

Divorce and separation lawyer | Dec 21

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer and would recommend him."

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Jeffrey Romanick

Divorce and separation lawyer | Dec 16

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"David is a savvy lawyer who fights hard for his clients. I have found David to be knowledgeable, ethical and trustworthy. I highly endorse him."

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Ashley Dean

Divorce and separation lawyer | Nov 02

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I know David to be a dedicated and gifted attorney that is always looking out for his clients best interests."

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Matthew Smith

Divorce and separation lawyer | Nov 01

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"Having been opposing counsel for several of Mr. Horowitz's cases, I wholeheartedly endorse him. He is a tenacious fighter for his clients while maintaining professionalism at all times. He also has a strong grasp of the law and its application to his cases. Furthermore, he seeks opportunities to find common ground and reach appropriate compromises whenever possible. Mr. Horowitz is an excellent advocate for his clients."

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Jeffrey Mangeno

Divorce and separation lawyer | Oct 28

Relationship: Co-worker

"Mr. Horowitz is a passionate, experienced and highly effective advocate for his clients. He will guide a case to settlement if the other side is reasonable, but knows when the time for negotiation is over. When a case demands a more aggressive approach, Mr. Horowitz will "pull out all the stops" to obtain the best possible outcome for his client. Virginia Family Law attorneys know to be well-prepared and on their game when they have to go up against him. I endorse Mr. Horowitz."

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Michael Smith

Divorce and separation lawyer | Oct 21

Relationship: Co-worker

"David is an outstanding attorney that I would trust with the most complex of legal matters. His attention to detail is fantastic and he is excellent at explaining complex legal issues to his clients in readily understandable terms. Any client that hires David to help with a family law case will be in excellent hands."

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Danielle Quinn

Divorce and separation lawyer | Oct 20

Relationship: Co-worker

"Mr. Horowitz is a well respected member of the bar. He is extremely thorough, passionate and hard working attorney who fights hard for his clients. I fully endorse Mr. Horowitz without reservation."

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Thomas Biggs

Divorce and separation lawyer | Oct 20

Relationship: Supervised lawyer

"I endorse this lawyer. David is smart, tough, and works hard for his clients."

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Jason Greaves

Divorce and separation lawyer | Oct 19

Relationship: Co-worker

"David is an excellent attorney and fights hard for his clients. Equally important in the field of divorce law, he counsels and focuses his clients on the well-being of their family. It is very easy for people going through a divorce or custody battle to lose perspective, and it is important that their lawyer does not."

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Christopher Malinowski

Family lawyer | Oct 17

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I've known David for many years, and he is a tireless advocate for his clients. He gives maximum effort trying to achieve his client's goals while maintaining the appropriate civility with the opposing attorney. I endorse David Horowitz."

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Nathan Olson

Divorce and separation lawyer | Oct 11

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. He is a tough, no-nonsense advocate but still willing to settle matters outside of court."

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Charles Nucciarone

Criminal defense lawyer

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John Bauserman

Family lawyer

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Sonya Powell

Family lawyer

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Jeffrey Romanick

Criminal defense lawyer

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Douglas Milman

Family lawyer

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Amanda Kimble

Divorce and separation lawyer

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Joshua Isaacs

Family lawyer

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Danielle Quinn

Divorce and separation lawyer

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Matthew Smith

Divorce and separation lawyer

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Adam Kronfeld

Family lawyer

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Ashley Dean

Business lawyer

Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2017

AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2016

Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

Work Experience

2016 - Present

Lead Domestic Relations Attorney, Dycio & Biggs

2015 - 2016

Principal, Hottell Family Law Group

2011 - 2015

Associate Attorney, Hottell Malinowski Group

2007 - 2011

Associate Attorney, Wexell Milman

Associations

2016 - Present

Autism Public Safety Advisory Council

Member

2015 - Present

FBA Continuing Legal Education (CLE) Committee

Member

2014 - Present

Virginia Trial Lawyers Association (VTLA)

Member

2007 - Present

Fairfax Bar Association (FBA)

Member

2007 - Present

Virginia State Bar (VSB)

Member

2014 - 2016

Public Safety Working Group on Autism

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

Koons v. Crane, 2021 Va. App. LEXIS 13

Affirmed.

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Education

2007

George Mason University School of Law

J.D.

1998

Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute

M.S.

1997

James Madison University

B.A.

Speaking Engagements

2017

Fairfax Bar Association, CLE Committee

Discovery Challenges

2010

Irving Middle School's Rule of Law Day

Rule of Law Presentation/Discussion

Publications

2016

Dycio & Biggs, P.C. Family Law Knowledgebase

2016

"Custody Agreements and Parenting Arrangements” chapter of VIRGINIA LAW FOUNDATION, NEGOTIATING AND DRAFTING MARITAL AGREEMENTS Co-Author

Languages

English

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