$ 285-535 per hour
Darren Marshall Hart
About Darren
Biography
Hart provides law and law-related solutions to businesses and individuals. provide Espanol and Bahasa Malaysia translation services with appointment. I believe in building lasting relationships with our clients and still believe the practice of law is a profession and calling.
For business, I amyour outside general counsel, only a telephone call away. Ido believe in "have law license, will travel" and are delighted to come to your place of business to discuss your concerns and to observe your business.
For individuals, I amyour confidant to whom you can share the tough issues.
Whether litigation, mediation, or otherwise, I bring effective advocacy, creative problem solving, and effective strategies to craft a solution that works for you, my clients. I measure our success by the goals and results reached for you.
At the end of any given day, I am only as successful as my clients. I want you, my current and prospective clients, to be highly successful.
Practice Areas
4
Practice Areas
Business
55%
32 years
Family
25%
30 years
Medical Malpractice
12%
32 years
Construction and Development
8%
32 years
Fees and Rates
Cost
Hourly Rates
Contingency
28%-45%
Retainer
Sometimes
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Licensed in Virginia for 31 years
State: Virginia
Acquired: 1994
No misconduct found
Licensed in Illinois for 32 years
State: Illinois
Acquired: 1993
No misconduct found
Location
Hart & Assoc., P.C.
5806 Grove Ave, Richmond, VA, 23226
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Darren Marshall Hart's Reviews
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Practice Areas
What Clients Mention
Advocacy (14)
Case Results (13)
Recommendation (12)
Professionalism (9)
General Knowledge (8)
Trustworthiness (8)
Practice Area Knowledge (7)
Character & Conduct (6)
Responsiveness (6)
Communication Style (5)
Compassion (3)
Cost of Services (2)
Free Consultations (2)
Payment Plans (1)
Punctuality (1)
Staff & Support (1)
Showing 1 - 5 of 7 reviews | Practice Area Knowledge
Posted by Jeremy | November 25, 2014 | Corporate & Incorporation
Excellent. Knowledgeable. Diligent.
Highly recommended! Darren helped us get our church up and running, he was extremely knowledgeable about setting up articles of incorporation, bylaws and the many forms that are required in the process. His insight was crucial in helping us set everything up with excellence from the beginning. Darren...
Posted by Sergio | October 13, 2014 | Criminal Defense
4 Criminal cases
I have been a client of Mr.Harts for the past 15 years. He has always been helpful in all of the cases that he has represented me in. I recently had 4 charges in a criminal case and all 4 charges were no prossed. He is also helping me with a custody dispute. He also been prompt and accurate in all my...
Posted by Teresa | September 15, 2014 | Divorce & Separation
Excellent attorney - Compassionate and caring
Darren handled my divorce case. He was timely, upfront and responsive to my needs. Darren and his staff were available via phone and email and by appointment in the office. They kept me informed on processes and answered all my questions fully. Darren and his assistant Jack worked diligently on my b...
Posted by David | May 27, 2014 | Contracts & Agreements
Darren Marshall Hart - Overall performance
Darren has assisted my family business in a contract as well as represented my son in a civil matter. His attention to both situations was above and beyond what many lawyers would do, from working with us on payments to insuring the highest quality council that was both effective and timely.
Posted by anonymous | January 16, 2014 | Lawsuits & Disputes
Technical Expert
Mr. Darren Hart was very knowledgeable and took his time to research similar cases to use as reference. He was very approachable and easy to contact. He responded quickly to any questions I had. He was very helpful in preparation for the case which was a unique case. He was patient with me on travel ...
Darren Marshall Hart's Lawyer Endorsements
"I endorse this lawyer. Hardworking dedicated and talented."
"I endorse Darren. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community."
"I know Darren well and his work is top notch and unassailable. He is one of the hardest working people I have ever met. I highly recommend him for any legal issue."
"Top-notch attorney. Highly respected in the legal community."
"I first met Mr. Hart when we opposed each other on a construction matter. I gained a very high level of respect for him. Since that time he and I have worked together on a number of complex matters in which his expertise and prowess in Court was essential to our successes. I consider him a lawyer's lawyer and I would recommend to anyone to retain him as you will want him in your corner."
"Though I am endorsing Mr. Hart in this specific area based upon my personal experience with him, I have found all of his answers on this site to be well thought out and thorough. I had the advantage (or disadvantage) of being opposing counsel on a case two or three years ago. He is very knowledgeable and a strong advocate for his clients."
"Darren is a fantastic attorney. He is aggressive but exceedingly ethical, and takes his clients' goals and objectives to heart. Having worked with Darren for several years, I can wholeheartedly endorse him."
"I endorse this lawyer. Attorney Hart is an outstanding attorney with an exceptional repuation as one of the top Business attonrey's in his state. He is a strong and zealous advocate for his clients and a credit to the legal profession. I highly recommend his legal services."
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Experience
Honors
2015
Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2014
AVVO Top Contributor Business 2011-14, AVVO.com
2014
Client's Choice Award Business 2011-14, AVVO.com
1992
2nd Place Midwestern Region; 3rd Best Memorial, Jessup International Moot Court Competition -
1991
2nd Place Western Region (1991), Jessup International Moot Court Competition
N/A
2nd Place, ABA Negotiations Competition - DePaul University College of Law
Work Experience
2004 - Present
Owner, Hart & Assoc., P.C.
2001 - 2004
Owner/Partner, Collins & Hart, P.C.
2000 - 2001
Owner, Law Offices of Darren Marshall Hart
1994 - 2000
Junior Partner, Rosman & Hart
Associations
2018 - Present
Australian Rules FootballReferee
2015 - Present
Chesterfield County Bar AssociationMember
2012 - 2013
Provide A Ride.OrgDirector, Vice Chair, Board of Directors
2010 - 2011
South Richmond Rotary ClubDirector
2008 - 2015
USSF - Central Virginia Soccer Referee AssociationReferee - Grade 7
2000 - 2001
Chesterfield County Chamber of CommerceChair, Board of Directors (1st)
Sample of Legal Cases
Smith v. Ray, 781 F.3d 95 (4th Cir. 2015) Smith v. Ray, 781 F.3d 95, 95 (4th Cir. 2015)
Amanda Smith, my client, prevailed and is going to trial on her matter
Smith v. Ray, 781 F.3d 95 (4th Cir. 2015)
Amanda Smith, my client, prevailed and is going to trial on her matter
Smith v. Ray, 855 F. Supp. 2d 569 (E.D. Va. 2012)
Summary Judgment denied as to qualified immunity for police officer and case allowed to go forward for excessive force and assault and battery
Smith v. Ray, 409 Fed. Appx. 641, 648 (4th Cir 2011).
Reversed Summary Judgment on Abuse of Discretion and Remand
Mann v. Dailey Roofing and Construction Company, Inc. et al., 08 WC UNP 2276124 (2008)
Secured an Award on Appeal to the Virginia Worker's Compensation Commission
Parrish v. Affordable Dentures Chesterfield Cty Case No. CL06-14, appl den Hedges v. Parrish, 08 Va. S. Ct. UNP 071664 (2008)
Jury Verdict and Win on Appeal to Supreme Court of Virginia
Woodruff v. Greene, 98 Vap UNP 0114982 (1998) Woodruff v. Greene, 98 Vap UNP 0114982 (1998)
Reversed in Part for Abuse of Discretion regarding Sanctions, Affirmed in Part, and Remanded for Imposition of Sanctions
Education
1993
DePaul University College of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
1987
Colorado State University
Bachelors of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2006
Attorney speaker for Juvenile Licensing Program, County of Henrico April 2006
Traffic Laws of the Commonwealth of Virginia
Publications
2010
Richmond Biz Sense.com
A meaty lawsuit? (article regarding matter filed on behalf of IP client)
2006
Minnesota Journal of Global Trade
The Joy of Access to the Zone of Inhibition: Republic of Argentina v. Weltover, Inc. and the Commercial Activity Exception under the Foreign Sovereign Immunities Act of 1976 (acknowledgement)
Languages
English
Malay
Spanish
German
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Answers
Q&A
Is it illegal for an affidavit regarding child custody case,to be filled out by anyone other than the mother or father?
26 Dec 2018
Q&A
Withdraw Show of Cause
30 Jan 2015
Q&A
Can I write my husband's check, ( checking account cash advance credit card) to pay a divorce attorney? Acct is only his name
26 Dec 2014