Laura Blair Butler

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Laura Blair Butler

4.8
11 reviews
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Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 30 years

Divorce and separation Lawyer at Charlottesville, VA
Practice Areas: Divorce & Separation, Child Custody, Family

307 West Rio Road, Charlottesville, VA

About Laura

Biography

If It's Going To Be a Fight, Call Attorney Laura Blair Butler Today!

Practice Areas

3

Practice Areas

Divorce and Separation 40%

Contested divorce | Separation agreements | No-fault divorce | Equitable distribution | Parenting time | Child custody and support | Parenting modifications and visitation | Call now for a consultation.

31 years

40%
Child Custody 30%

Ms. Butler is married with one daughter. She is dedicated to the practice of family law and ensuring that her clients receive the best representation possible. She knows exactly how to aggressively help you with your custody case.

31 years

30%
Family 30%

Ms. Butler has practiced exclusively in family law since 1997, although she often jokes that her practice started at the age of three when her parents divorced. Laura has a unique understanding of what her clients are experiencing.

31 years

30%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Hourly Rates

$ 240-300 per hour


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

Awards

Silver Client Champion

Licenses

Licensed in Virginia for 21 years

State: Virginia

Acquired: 2004

Active

No misconduct found

Licensed in North Carolina for 30 years

State: North Carolina

Acquired: 1995

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Tucker Griffin Barnes P.C.

307 West Rio Road, Charlottesville, VA, 22901-1311

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Tucker Griffin Barnes P.C.

265 Turkeysag Trail, Suite 111 Lake Monticello Jefferson Centre, Palmyra,, VA, 22963

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Tucker Griffin Barnes P.C. Attorneys At Law

9 South Augusta Street, Suite A, Staunton, VA, 22401

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Online Presence

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Laura Blair Butler's Reviews

Posted by Sara | December 18, 2023 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Very impressed and thankful

Laura Blair Butler provided me with invaluable counsel throughout my divorce. She is no-nonsense, professional, and skilled. My divorce was fairly uncomplicated but she gave me a tremendous amount of confidence during a stressful time. I recommend her whole-heartedly.

Posted by Dana | March 13, 2020 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Efficient, no nonsense lawyer.

When I first consulted Ms. Butler I was in a very vulnerable place being newly separated from my husband. She gave me sound advice and waited to take my case until I was ready. Once hired, this woman took her job seriously and got things done for me. Her paralegal is equally no nonsense and worked as... diligently as Ms. Butler. I strongly recommend this powerhouse team for any woman or man facing divorce. They will get the job done for you.

Posted by Kayla | May 5, 2019 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Outstanding Attorney

Laura Butler, who represented me during my separation, means it when she says nothing less than perfect is her standard. If you are looking for a professional, detail-oriented attorney to give you straight advice and make sure your interests are fully protected, Laura is the one. She got me to an ...agreement that I am certain will save me tens of thousands of dollars over its span. I also found her a just plain, enjoyable person with whom to work, with all of the same above, applying to her supporting paralegal, Sandra Gallaudet!

Posted by Anonymous | April 24, 2012

"I like to be perfect."

Five words: "I like to be perfect." These are words you want and need your attorney to say, and they are a direct quote from Laura Blair Butler of Tucker Griffin Barnes. She represents me in my very contentious and scary separation/divorce case. I hired her after my first attorney refused to return m...y calls for ten days. Laura has always been incredibly professional, punctual, and responsive. I have the utmost trust in her and respect for her; I have never questioned her ethics. My children feel welcome and enjoy playing in the toy/library area in the lobby of the firm. In addition, it is abundantly clear to me that Laura Butler maintains great respect for the judge and good working relationships with other family law attorneys in Charlottesville. I have recommended Laura to many other individuals. She is NOT a hand holder, but she is brutally honest, knows the law inside and out, has an amazing work ethic, and is very creative in her problem solving. She will research anything and everything to reach the best conclusions. I need empathy and compassion, and I seek solace from my friends, family, and other professionals. I have been very frightened in my case, for myself and our children, and have been to the police and the women's shelter on numerous occasions. I even had a local, very well-respected mediator warn me about going to court against my ex and his attorney who has a huge reputation ("he is the best.") Nevertheless, I trusted my instincts and I trusted Laura, and I am very glad I did. I believe that Laura does not push for litigation unless it is truly necessary, however. She warns me against actions that would be more money than they are worth and does not endeavor to rack up my invoices. She communicates as necessary, but does not send wordy emails, long messages, or spend unnecessary time with me. All in all, I feel she really has my back. I cannot recommend her strongly enough, and cannot imagine having another attorney. I am extremely fortunate to have met her and to have her represent me.

Posted by obese.not | November 26, 2010

Recommendation

In every professional dealing I have had with Laura Butler, I have found her to be exceptionally knowledgeable and well-prepared. Her knowledge of the law has been thorough in each of our dealings. In addition, she has consistently been able to see my situation and her counsel has been to the poi...nt and helpful for me specifically. She has earned my trust in her judgement. I find her to be pragmatic and an effective communicator - able to grasp the situation and to communicate clearly the counsel, advice, and/or solutions that are best each situation. I have profited from her good judgement.

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Laura Blair Butler's Lawyer Endorsements

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John Kitzmann

Divorce and separation lawyer | Nov 22

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Laura Butler is a knowlegeable, agressive, skillful advocate for her clients. I would highly recommend her to anyone seeking a family law attorney."

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Tracey Hopper

Family lawyer | Jan 28

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Laura Butler is well-versed in the law and is an excellent advocate for her clients. Laura also is reasonable and has a mature perspective."

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John Kitzmann

Family lawyer

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Tracey Hopper

Family lawyer

Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2025

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2024

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2023

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2022

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2021

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2020

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2019

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2018

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2017

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2013

Best Law Firm, C'ville Weekly

2013

Best Law Firm, Daily Progress

2012

Best Law Firm, Daily Progress

2012

Best Law Firm, C'ville Weekly

2012

Best Family Law Firm, CharlottesvilleFamily Magazine

2011

Best Law Firm, C'ville

2011

Best Law Firm, Daily Progress

2011

Best Family Law Firm, Albemarle Family Magazine

2010

Best Family Law Firm, Albemarle Family Magazine

2009

Favorite Law Firm, Daily Progress

2009

Favorite Law Firm, C-ville

Work Experience

2005 - Present

Partner, Tucker Griffin Barnes P.C. Attorneys At Law

2000 - 2004

Associate, Conrad Trosch & Kemmy, PA

Associations

2015 - Present

Virginia Trial Lawyers Association

Board Member

2009 - Present

Virginia Trial Lawyers

Family Law CLE Committee

2006 - Present

Virginia Trial Lawyers Association

CLE Committee

Virginia State Bar

Member

North Carolina Bar Association

Member

2011 - 2012

Virginia Trial Lawyers Association, Family Law Section

Chair

2010 - 2011

Virginia Trial Lawyers Association

Vice Chair Family Law Committee

2009 - 2010

Virginia Trial Lawyers Association

Family Law Legislative Liaison

Education

1995

Washington and Lee University School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1992

Davidson College

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2013

CLE

Preparing Equitable Distribution Forms and Final Order

2012

VTLA Convention

Know When to Hold 'Em, Know When to Fold 'Em-- Knowing When to File Suit

2012

CABA CLE

Discovery Uses and Abuses

2011

VTLA Paralegal Conference

Demonstrative Evidence

2010

VTLA Family Law CLE

All That Glitters Is Not Gold-- Divorce in the Golden Years

Publications

2011

There's a Case for That... VTLA Family Law CLE Considering the Factors

Languages

English

Activity

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