$ 190-245 per hour
also known as Mary J. Garber, Mary McLaurin
Mary G. McLaurin earned her law degree from the University of Richmond School of Law, where she graduated cum laude. Mary focused her studies in law school in the area of family law, where she participated in the Jeanette Lipman Family Law Clinic, and received a Certificate of Concentration in Family Law. After graduation, she served as clerk to the Honorable Stephen R. McCullough of the Virginia Court of Appeals. Following her clerkship, Mary returned to her passion for family law, joining the respected family law firm, DeFazio Bal, P.C.
With an impressive background, she has established herself in the field of divorce law at DeFazio Bal. She is known not only for her ability to resolve cases, but for her tenacity in fighting for her clients.
Mary enjoys spending her free time giving back to those in the community. She has participated in the Chesterfield Bar’s Wills for Heroes program, and is an active member of the Richmond Junior League.
Mary is also a proud Tar Heel, hailing from Raleigh, North Carolina and having received her B.A. from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. But she is delighted to now call Richmond home.
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13 years
$ 190-245 per hour
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Acquired: 2012
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1 Park West Circle, Suite 201, Midlothian, VA, 23114
The Collonade Building, 4050 Innslake Drive, Suite 190, Glen Allen, VA, 23060
4 Client Reviews
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Posted by Jess | November 12, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Family
Highly recommend
Mary was the 3rd attorney to take on our case in family court, and we were very lucky to have her in the home stretch. Her key attention to details in reviewing documents was part of major successes throughout litigation. Her professionalism and extensive knowledge of the law was impressive. She t...
"Mary is a fastidious and zealous advocate for her clients. She is easy to work with and gets great results for her clients in and out of the courtroom."
"Mary is conscientious and compassionate. She is a fierce advocate for her clients but also flexible in reaching resolution outside the courtroom when appropriate."
"Mary has an intense work ethic and truly cares for her clients. She works to find effective solutions to myriad problems with creativity and compassion for all parties."
Divorce and separation lawyer
2014 - Present
Associate, DeFazio Bal
2012 - 2014
Judicial Law Clerk to Stephen J. McCullough, Virginia Court of Appeals
2005 - 2009
Associate, Campaign Connections
2018 - Present
Chesterfield County Bar AssociationTreasurer
2014 - Present
Junior League of RichmondAssistant Chair - Professional Exploration Program
2012 - Present
Metro Richmond Women's Bar AssociationMember
2012
JD - Juris Doctor
2005
BA - Bachelor of Arts