Shirley Chim

Shirley Chim

5.0
Rating: 9.5

Licensed for 13 years

Divorce and separation Lawyer at Fairfax, VA
Practice Areas: Divorce & Separation, Family, Child Custody ... +5 more

3975 Fair Ridge Dr., Suite T25S-I, Fairfax, VA

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Licenses

Licensed in Virginia for 13 years

State: Virginia

Acquired: 2012

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Location

Safi, Duran, and Chim PLLC

3975 Fair Ridge Dr., Suite T25S-I, Fairfax, VA, 22033

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Shirley Chim's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

56 Client Reviews

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Posted by anonymous | March 20, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody

Shirley Chim is wonderful

Hire Mrs Shirley Chim for a child custody case against my aunt and my son's father. She responds back to call and emails very quickly, very compassionate. I had a hard time finding a lawyer for this complex case, but she came in and saved the day.

Posted by Fatima | February 27, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Uncontested Divorce

Uncontested Divorce

I had the pleasure of working with Miss Chim from Safi, Duran, and Chim LLC for my uncontested divorce, and I highly recommend her. Despite my narcissistic and controlling ex-husband trying to handle everything on his own, I knew I needed professional support. Miss Chim was decisive, thorough, and en...sured my rights were protected throughout the process, even when faced with challenges. My 'small win' was simply taking the step to file for divorce, and Miss Chim played a crucial role in making that happen. I now wish I had followed her initial suggestion to pursue a contested divorce, but I always felt confident she would fight for me. If you need a lawyer who is clear, direct, and will stand firm on your behalf, I highly recommend Miss Chim and her team.

Posted by Mary | January 30, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

A Safe Harbor in the Storm of Divorce

Going through a divorce is incredibly difficult, especially when you don’t have anyone nearby for support. Shirley was the safe harbor I needed—guiding me through the process and helping me move forward with my new reality. She ensured I had all the information I needed and advocated for me when I... didn’t know how. I highly recommend Shirley Chim.

Posted by Rachel | October 31, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Shirley Chim is an amazing lawyer, highly recomend!

Shirley Chim is amazing! She helped me with my divorce and a lengthy alimony situation. She has aided me in legal matters for almost 5 years. She is very helpful, caring, and professional, and always explains everything in a way I can understand. She has always looked out for me and after my best int...erests. I cannot thank her enough. I would highly recomend her to anyone going through divorce or family issues. She really cares about her clients and helping them in the best posible way.

Posted by Shawn | October 24, 2024 | Family

Excellent Resource

Shirley Chim has consistently provided exceptional advice to me in domestic relations cases, specifically in prosecuting and defending protective orders. Her knowledge and enthusiasm is second to none.

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Shirley Chim's Lawyer Endorsements

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Tara Keller

Family lawyer | Feb 18

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Great attorney in and outside of the courtroom! Mrs. Chim has a keen awareness of key issues surrounding family law matters, divorce, child custody/visitation, and child support matters. She takes an aggressive, yet practical approach towards solving and litigating these issues. She cares about the clients and getting results - again, a great attorney."

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Shannon Johnson

Family lawyer | Oct 29

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Ms. Chim works very hard for her client's, she listens well and helps them develop effective strategies to move forward in the case. Ms. Chim is a highly skilled family law attorney. She is highly skilled in litigation and negotiation. I could not recommend her more highly. She receives my highest possible endorsement."

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Corrie Sirkin

Family lawyer | May 12

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"Shirley is a knowledgeable, capable, and professional. She puts her client's needs first."

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Alisa Chunephisal

Divorce and separation lawyer | May 12

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"Shirley is aggressive, professional and thoughtful in her representation. I endorse her for any family law, protective order or divorce and separation matter."

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Priti Khanna

Divorce and separation lawyer | Jun 03

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Shirley is an incredible advocate for her clients. I have worked with her on various cases and see her dedication first hand. She is skilled and knowledgeable and aggressive yet compassionate, a quality that is hard to find in family law attorneys."

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Matthew Davis

Family lawyer | May 20

Relationship: Co-worker

"I have personally seen the passion and diligence attorney Chim has put into her cases. She is a hard working and approachable attorney. I endorse this lawyer."

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Anna Bristle

Family lawyer | Mar 06

Relationship: Supervised lawyer

"Shirley is very passionate about her clients and works hard for great outcomes."

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Experience

Rating:  9.5 (Superb)

Honors

2022

Rising Stars, Super Lawyers 2022

2021

Nationally Ranked Top 10 Under 40, National Academy of Family Law Attorneys

Associations

2019 - Present

Virginia Trial Lawyers Association

Member

2018 - Present

Fairfax County Bar Association

Member

2012 - Present

Virginia State Bar

Member

Education

2011

Catholic University of America, Columbus School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

2006

American University

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Languages

English

Cantonese

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