Overall Rating
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This is an aggregated review score of Avvo and Lawyers.com reviews.
5.0 /5.0
9 Client Reviews
Ms. Corcoran is one of the few attorneys in the United States who holds both an advanced law degree (an LLM) in Litigation in addition to being certified by the State of Virginia to be Lead Counsel in Capital Murder cases. She has handled cases ranging from mass tort litigation (representing well over a 100+ at a time) to difficult and technical sexual crimes (i.e., child pornography). Ms. Corcoran exclusively handles clients criminally charged with serious crimes. She is a member of the National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers and the American Academy of Forensic Science, representing clients in both Federal and State Courts. She is also is willing to assist lawyers in other states and jurisdictions.
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Practice Areas
36 years
36 years
36 years
36 years
Free Consultation
$0 first 40 minutes
Always
State: Pennsylvania
Acquired: 2022
No misconduct found
State: Virginia
Acquired: 1990
No misconduct found
10132 West Broad Street, Glen Allen, VA, 23060
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Posted by Courtney | August 28, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
She puts you at ease.
Unfortunately I had 2 incidents within a 6 month period that I needed a lawyer for but fortunately I had Ms. Corcoran! For the first incident, a felony hit and run she reduced it to a misdemeanor and I was able to keep my license in addition to just being such a calming energy in the midst of what ...
I had a great client. Thank you! Debra Corcoran
Posted by anonymous | February 01, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
YOU NEED DEBRA
After my experience with a less-effective lawyer, I was advised to contact Debra Corcoran. After our free consultation I knew I had to have her represent me. In the consultation she took her time, asked questions I never would have thought of, provided insight and recommendations and gave her undivid...
Posted by anonymous | February 24, 2018
Top Rated Criminal Defense Attorney
Ms. Debra Desmore Corcoran esq. was able to take time out of her very busy schedule to consult with me on a matter that I was continuously hitting dead ends on for numerous days & it was exhausting and disappointing. Suddenly, almost like an Angel was kind enough to visit me, I was told information t...
Posted by anonymous | December 12, 2017
consult on statutory rape
Debra was very helpful and responded to my question in a timely manner. I was very pleased with th knowledge she possessed.
Posted by anonymous | January 13, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
Experienced, Honest, Dedicated, and Cares about Serving Others
Debra by her pedigree is extremely well educated not only in the law but the practice of defense. From the beginning she was a very good listener, direct about possible outcomes, challenges we may face, and opportunities to prove my innocence. As a professional she does not tell you what you want t...
"I endorse this lawyer. Attorney Corcoran gives a careful and considered response to each issue she addresses and her concern for clients and their well-being is obvious."
"Debra is a passionate and zealous advocate for her clients. She is principled and caring. A great lawyer to have on your side."
"If you find yourself facing allegations of rape or sexual assault, you need to hire Debra Corcoran. She is the go-to lawyer in central Virginia for these offenses, with experience and training practically no other lawyer has. She has an excellent reputation and is widely respected, with numerous favorable outcomes. Furthermore, if you retain Debra Corcoran, you will not be just another client. The individualized attention she personally gives your cases is unparalleled."
Criminal defense lawyer
2024
AV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2017
10 Best for Client Satisfaction, American Institute of Criminal Law Attorneys
2017
Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers
2017
Top Contributor, Avvo
2016
Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers
2015
Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers
2014
Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers
1990 - Present
Attorney, The Law Office of Debra D. Corcoran
2022 - Present
Pennsylvania Bar AssociationMember
2014 - Present
American Academy of Forensic SciencesMember
2014 - Present
The National Trial LawyersTop 100 Trial Lawyers
2010 - Present
Richmond Criminal Bar AssociationMember
2006 - Present
Virginia Association of Criminal Defense LawyersMember
2006 - Present
National Association of Criminal Defense LawyersNACDL
1995 - Present
American Civil Liberties UnionMember
1992 - Present
U.S. District Court, Western District of VirginiaAdmitted to Practice
1991 - Present
U.S. District Court, Eastern District of VirginiaAdmitted to Practice
1990 - Present
Virginia State Bar AssociationMember
1990 - Present
Fourth Circuit, U.S. District Court, Western District of VirginiaAdmitted to Practice
Go to Ms. Corcoran's web-site
2022
Certification (Cannabis)
2004
Masters Of Law - LLM
1989
Juris Doctorate - JD
1986
BA - Bachelor of Arts
English
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