Peter C DePaolis

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Peter C DePaolis

5.0
Rating: 9.4

Licensed for 49 years

Car accident Lawyer at Fairfax, VA
Practice Areas: Car Accidents, Brain Injury, Medical Malpractice ... +8 more

10300 Eaton Pl Ste 200, Fairfax, VA

Virtual Consultation Available

About Peter

Biography

Order of the Coif. Law Clerk to the Hon. William E. Stewart, Jr., Associate Judge, Superior Court of the District of Columbia, 1976-1977. Assistant U.S. Attorney, Washington, D.C., 1977-1980.

Practice Areas

11

Practice Areas

Car Accident 25%

25%
Brain Injury 10%

10%
Medical Malpractice 10%

10%
Mesothelioma and Asbestos 10%

10%
Trucking Accident 10%

10%
Wrongful Death 10%

10%
Birth Injury 5%

5%
Defective and Dangerous Products 5%

5%
Motorcycle Accident 5%

5%
Personal Injury 5%

5%
Slip and Fall Accident 5%

5%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Contingency

30%-40%

Awards

Client's Choice
Client's Choice
2018
AV Preeminent Peer Review Rating

Licenses

Licensed in District of Columbia for 48 years

State: District of Columbia

Acquired: 1977

Good Standing

No misconduct found

Licensed in Virginia for 49 years

State: Virginia

Acquired: 1976

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Koonz McKenney Johnson & DePaolis LLP

10300 Eaton Pl Ste 200, Fairfax, VA, 22030-2239

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Koonz McKenney Johnson & DePaolis LLP

2001 Pennsylvania Avenue, N.W., Suite 530, Washington, DC, 20006-1850

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Peter C DePaolis's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

5.0 /5.0

19 Client Reviews

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Posted by Paul | November 29, 2016 | Hired Attorney

Satisfied Client

I would highly recommend Mr. DePaolis to all. Mr. DePaolis was very compassionate about his job and had his client's best interest in mind. Mr. DePaolis's staff was very helpful during the process and kept me informed of the status of my case. If I every needed help again I would call upon Mr. DePaol...is and his firm to assist me without any hesitation.

Posted by Dannice | September 30, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Personal Injury

In good hands

I highly recommend Mr. DePaolis as an injury attorney. Not only he was personable, but also compassionate. Also, Mr. DePaolis took the time to know my health progress through the process. His handling of my case demonstrated a sophisticated level of knowledge. I felt I was in good hands very soon aft...er I met him.

Posted by Krista | July 24, 2015 | Car Accidents

Excellent representation in personal injury case

Last year, I was hit by a drunk driver who was driving without a license and my car was totaled. Thankfully, my injuries were limited, but my medical bills exceeded what I expected and the trauma of being hit stayed with me. Even though my case was far more small than the types of cases Mr. DePaolis ...normally takes on, Mr. DePaolis took on my case graciously. He took away the stress of dealing with the insurance and medical companies so I could focus on my recovery. He was a tough negotiator with the insurance adjuster, and I happy with my settlement. Throughout the entire process, Mr. DePaolis and his staff were very helpful, responsive, and kind. I highly recommend him and his team.

Posted by Tina | May 07, 2015 | Slip and Fall Accident

Highly recommend

In 2011 I was involved in a slip and fall incident, that left me with a broken ankle, 3 surgeries, and permanent damage. At the first meeting with Mr DePaolis, he explained to me in no uncertain terms that slip and fall cases are a 50/50 shot, and by no means an open and shut case; but also agreed t...o take me on as a client. I instantly felt he was someone I could trust, and after knowing how long he had been practicing and how well he was respected, I figured "well he must feel I have a somewhat of a chance if he is taking me on". Little did I know that due to unforeseen circumstances it would take almost 4 years to settle my case, but in January of this year we finally were able to receive a settlement. Throughout my case I was made aware of every single thing that was going on as it was happening and I was always asked if I understood or had questions, and was never made to feel unintelligent if there was something I was not clear on. His staff that I worked personally with were always polite, courteous, and extremely helpful (especially, and in particular Judy Ali and Patty Gray). If I ever had a question they always responded to me in a timely manner, and I never felt I was ever put on the back burner. Mr DePaolis is very caring, intelligent, very easy to talk to, extremely trustworthy, and I would (and have) highly recommend him to anyone looking for a terrific lawyer. I pray I will never need an injury attorney again, but if I ever did, he would be the very first call I made.

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Peter C DePaolis's Lawyer Endorsements

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Richard Ruddy

Personal injury lawyer | Jun 14

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Daniel Brown

Personal injury lawyer | Apr 17

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I strongly endorse this lawyer. Peter is dedicated to obtaining the best results for his clients. He upholds the highest standards of ethics in our legal community and leads by example. He is a top-shelf litigator."

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Daniel Brown

Personal injury lawyer

Experience

Rating:  9.4 (Superb)

Honors

N/A

AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

Work Experience

1998 - Present

Senior Partner, Koonz McKenney Johnson & DePaolis LLP

1900 - Present

Member, Koonz McKenney Johnson & DePaolis LLP

1985 - 1998

Partner, Koonz McKenney Johnson & DePaolis LLP

1980 - 1985

Associate, Koonz, McKenney & Johnson

1977 - 1980

Assistant U.S. Attorney, U.S. Attorney's Office D.C.

1976 - 1977

Law Clerk, Superior Court Of The District Of Columbia

1971 - 1973

First Lieutenant, U S Army

Associations

1985 - Present

Fairfax Bar Association

Member

1985 - Present

Association of Trial Lawyers of America chapter

Member

1985 - Present

National Association of Assistant United States Attorneys

Member

1980 - Present

Virginia Trial Lawyers Association

Member

1980 - Present

Bar Association of the District of Columbia

Member

1978 - Present

District of Columbia Bar

Member

1976 - Present

Virginia State Bar

Member

2001 - 2002

Fairfax Bar Association

President

2000 - 2001

Fairfax Bar Association

President-Elect

1997 - 2000

Fairfax Bar Association

Treasurer

1996 - 2000

Fairfax Bar Association

Board of Directors

Education

1976

The George Washington University Law School

JD,

1971

Lafayette College

BA, History

Languages

English

Italian

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