$ 300-300 per hour
Ben Carafiol dedicates his practice to making a difference in someone's life. He has represented clients throughout Northern Virginia for the past twelve years. Former clients and other attorneys alike remark on his steady counsel and expansive knowledge. Ben has litigated, mediated, or settled every type of family law matter in Virginia. Those efforts have earned him a Superb rating from Avvo and a perfect 10.0 from Justia. He is also recognized as a Super Lawyers Rising Star, and has been every year since 2016.
Born in St. Louis, Ben attended The College of William & Mary, where he graduated cum laude. He carried this dedication to Wake Forest University, where he earned his law degree. While there, he was part of Law Review and a teaching assistant for the Legal Research and Writing class. After completing his law degree in 2008, Ben returned to Virginia and began to practice law. He soon began focusing on family law in the Fredericksburg area, where he has represented thousands of clients. He is a member of the Virginia Bar Association, the American Bar Association, and the Fredericksburg Area Bar Association.
Ben specializes in military divorce and the unique issues they present. He has represented both sides in military family law matters, mastering its statutes, rules, and regulations. That experience lets him see all the angles in these complex and intricate cases. This allows Ben to make a difference for the many people in Northern Virginia who are – or are married to – active or retired service members.
Beyond family law, Ben also helps individuals and couples in estate planning. He works with them to learn their goals and the reasons behind those goals.
With three young daughters, Ben spends his after-hours time with family. He and his wife, a high school English teacher, met while at William & Mary, and married in Wren Chapel the summer he graduated from law school. They live in the Fredericksburg area, and catch a FredNats game whenever possible.
$ 300-300 per hour
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910 Littlepage Street, Ste A, Fredericksburg, VA, 22401
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Posted by Monica | November 09, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
Thank You!
My experience with Mr. Carafiol was superb. He settled my worries immediately. He answered my questions thoroughly and gave me the confidence needed to go through with a divorce. He acted quickly and his paralegal, Ms. Lloyd, was always right there and very responsive. I would most certainly retain h...
Posted by Jose | September 29, 2015 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
J. Aviles
Ben is a really pacient lawyer and endured with me the 3 years difficult divorce process. Also, when I was overseas Ben was able to reach me for any update and the response for my concerns was quick compare to the difference of time zone. Thank to Ben finally my divorce ended with great results.
Posted by KK | September 25, 2015
happy client!
If you are seeking the best law firm service, don't hesitate to contact Mr. Benjamin Carafiol because he is the best one out there who truly cares about their clients' interest. From first telephone consultation to the end, I was very impressed with each and every consultation I had with him and his ...
Posted by CD | March 30, 2015 | Divorce & Separation
Excellent attorney services
Mr. Carafiol represented me through my divorce. He was knowledgeable and very accessible. This is a difficult and stressful transition so I was glad to have Mr. Carafiol walked me step by step through this whole legal process. I would recommend him to anybody in a similar situation.
Posted by Linda | May 23, 2012 | Divorce & Separation
Excellent lawyer to work with!
Mr. Carafiol is excellent to work with. He handled both a modification to my separation agreement and my name change. He kept me very informed and made the process go smoothly and quickly. I feel confident in his legal knowledge and trust him completely. I have already recommended him to several fri...
"Ben Carafiol is a dedicated advocate for his clients. He has great attention to detail as well as a vast knowledge of the law. When I am unable to take a case, I do not hesitate to recommend Mr. Carafiol. He works hard for his clients."
"I highly endorse Mr. Carafiol. He is a knowledgeable and experienced family law attorney, especially in the area of military divorce. Mr. Carafiol is a dedicated attorney who will fight to obtain the best possible results for his clients. I recommend him to anyone seeking counsel in Northern Virginia for family law matters."
"Attorney Caraflol's publications and answers to questions on this website illustrate his in-depth knowledge of Family Law and the ability to provide excellent service to clients in Northern Virginia."
"I wholeheartedly endorse Mr. Carafiol. His family law knowledge is expansive, particularly when dealing with the intricacies of military divorces. Ben's warm demeanor coupled with his passion for his clients makes him an outstanding and effective advocate in and out of the courtroom."
"Mr. Carafiol is a well respected family law attorney.He is knowledgeable in all areas of family law making him a highly effective advocate for his client."
"Ben is a dedicated and outstanding professional. His book smarts give him the edge on his competition, and his street smarts help him use the law to his clients' advantage, whether through zealous representation in court or wise and steady counsel in the course of a settlement negotiation. No wonder he has achieved so much during his years of practice."
"Mr. Carfiol is a dedicated and compassionate advocate. His years of experience and professional reputation lead me to recommend him as an advocate for those in the midst of custody or divorce matters."
"Ben is extremely knowledgeable, personable and eager to help. His depth of knowledge, coupled with his calm demeanor, make him a great choice for anyone going through a divorce or custody matter. Ben receives my highest endorsement."
"Ben Carafiol is a conscientious and dedicated attorney. He advocates passionately on behalf of his clients while maintaining respect with his adversaries on the opposing side. I absolutely endorse him."
"I endorse this lawyer. Ben is a highly experienced attorney with a solid knowledge of family law. He works hard for his clients and has a successful track record to prove it. I would recommend Ben to anyone who needs representation in a family law matter."
"I do not personally know Benjamin but I have read many of his answers to questions on Avvo.com and he provides solid "advice" and accurate answers to just about every question I have reviewed."
"A highly skilled and knowledgeable attorney, it is without hesitation that I endorse this lawyer. If you are in the process of separation or divorce, Mr. Carafiol will go the extra mile to ensure that you fully understand the process and obtain the best result possible."
"Having worked with Ben as both opposing counsel and as a co-worker, I can heartily endorse him as a professional and dedicated advocate for his clients in family law matters."
"I endorse this lawyer. Any time I am looking for some insight or feedback on a complex family law issue, I turn to Ben. He is knowledgeable and skilled in his practice, and clients would be lucky to have him as their attorney."
"Attorney Ben Carafiol is a skilled advocate in the area of family law. He is also a prolific writer for the Livesay & Myers, P.C. blog, writing pieces that are both informative and entertaining. Mr. Carafiol has a warm personality that translates into the genuine care he has for his clients. I highly endorse Mr. Carafiol."
"Ben is an exceptional attorney. He has a way of bringing balance, foresight, and stability to difficult situations. He also has a depth of understanding of family law that is second to none, particularly in the realm of military divorce."
"Ben Carafiol is a rising star among military divorce lawyers in the Stafford and Fredericksburg area. I endorse him wholeheartedly to anyone in search of an energetic, knowledgeable attorney for a separation or divorce case, particularly one involving issues of military or government retirement."
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2021
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2020
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2019
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2018
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2017
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2016
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2016
Top 10 Family Law Attorneys Under 40 In Virginia, National Academy Of Family Law Attorneys, 2016
2004
Graduated Cum Laude, College of William & Mary
2020 - Present
Member, The Law Office of Benjamin H. Carafiol, PLC
2019 - 2020
Senior Associate, Nichols Zauzig, PC
2012 - 2019
Senior Associate, Livesay & Myers, P.C.
2009 - 2012
Associate, Livesay & Myers, P.C.
2009 - 2009
Associate Attorney, The Law Offices of Robert Weed
2019 - Present
Prince William County Bar AssociationMember
2018 - Present
Virginia Trial Lawyers AssociationMember
2017 - Present
Fredericksburg Area Bar AssociationMember
2010 - Present
United States Court of Appeals, Fourth CircuitAdmitted to Practice
2009 - Present
Northern Virginia Bankruptcy Bar AssociationMember
2009 - Present
U.S. Bankruptcy Court, Eastern District of VirginiaAdmitted to Practice
2008 - Present
Virginia Bar AssociationMember
2008 - Present
American Bar AssociationMember
Indefinite Spousal Support to Client
2008
J.D.
2004
BA - Bachelor of Arts
2013
Virginia Family Law
2014
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2012
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English
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