David Avard Chipman Long

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David Avard Chipman Long

also known as David A.C. Long

5.0
Rating: 9.8

Licensed for 22 years

Speeding and traffic ticket Lawyer at Richmond, VA
Practice Areas: Speeding & Traffic Ticket, Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI

5600 Grove Ave., Richmond, VA

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About David

Biography

Aggressive, Experienced, and Honest. Call me for a free consultation.

Practice Areas

3

Practice Areas

Speeding and Traffic Ticket 34%

24 years

34%
Criminal Defense 33%

24 years

33%
DUI and DWI 33%

24 years

33%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 20 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

Awards

Client's Choice
Client's Choice
2021 2020 2019
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Licenses

Licensed in Virginia for 22 years

State: Virginia

Acquired: 2003

Active

No misconduct found

Location

David A.C. Long, Attorney at Law

5600 Grove Ave., Richmond, VA, 23226

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David Avard Chipman Long's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

5.0 /5.0

263 Client Reviews

Showing 16 - 20 of 36 reviews | General Knowledge

Posted by anonymous | July 23, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Speeding & Traffic Ticket

Knowledgeable and Responsive

My son received a reckless driving ticket and we found Mr. Long through a website search. He contacted us the same day and explained the process and several steps we could take to potentially help mitigate the charge. He was both friendly and knowledgeable and this made us feel comfortable proceedi...ng. Mr. Long was very familiar with how the judge typically handles matters and expressed confidence that he could help us achieve a favorable outcome. In addition, my son was away at college and unable to attend the hearing. Mr. Long took care of everything and the charge was reduced to non-moving violation. This resulted in only a small fine, which did not count towards points or increased insurance. Needless to say, we were very pleased with this outcome and would definitely recommend his services to others.

Posted by anonymous | May 25, 2017 | Criminal Defense

Rock Star Attorney Does it Again!

Initial call, I was very distraught. Facing a Reckle ss Driving charge under VA law re over 80 speeding charge. Felony with $2900.00 fine, 30 days in jail, insurance rate increase, never to be removed from my record. David calmly and methodically asked the questions that he used to build my case. He... specified the documents necessary to prepare my defense and proceeded to lay out the various scenarios and his view on what to expect. I was empowered with an understanding of what to expect. This young man knows his profession. I was confident that regardless of the outcome, it would be the best possible case for me. He exceeded my expectations! Case dismissed, court costs. David Long was the best investment I have made in a long time. I recommend him without reservation. Your outcome may be different but you can bet David obtained the best possible results under your circumstances ! Don't gamble with the outcome! Have David on your side.

Posted by anonymous | May 08, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Speeding & Traffic Ticket

Outstanding support

I found David through an internet search without any reference and after speaking with him on the phone, I decided to take him on to assist me with a Reckless Driving citation for doing 82 mph in a 70 mph zone. He quickly asked me for a few biographical items, my state driving record (which was cle...an), and a few other items to help build my case. In the end the reckless driving citation was reduced to a non-moving violation with no points and no notifications to my insurance company due to his expertise. He is a matter-of-fact, effective attorney - I could not have been more please with his help.

Posted by anonymous | February 20, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Speeding & Traffic Ticket

Absolutely recommend

I got a reckless driving in Goochland, and the speedometer found me going 87 in a 70 mph. There was an overturning of judges, and the new judge was found to have a cutoff around 85 because in Virginia, reckless is 80 or above. However, David Long got it reduced down to a speeding ticket, and I am for...ever grateful. He is very professional, no nonsense, and straight to the facts. I absolutely love that about him because other lawyers I consulted were either hazy/unsure on the situation or their ability to do anything in my situation, or they claimed my case was trivial while being under-informed about my situation. David Long told me exactly what could happen, previous cases' outcomes, and everything in between. He is very informative and I would highly recommend him.

Posted by anonymous | October 26, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Virginia reckless driving 82 in 65

I hired Mr. Long after surveying 10 lawyers in the Richmond area. I was impressed by his pedigree, professionalism, responsiveness and apparent knowledge of the judicial system. He achieved a dismissal on my case, which was the best case outcome. I would definitely recommend him.

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David Avard Chipman Long's Lawyer Endorsements

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Christopher Bradshaw

Speeding and traffic ticket lawyer | Mar 15

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"David Long is an excellent attorney, whose combination of skill, extensive preparation, and professionalism is rare in our industry. I would never hesitate to refer a relative or friend seeking the assistance of a criminal or traffic lawyer to David Long."

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Thomas Chaffe

Speeding and traffic ticket lawyer | Jul 21

Relationship: Co-worker

"I would recommend David Long to anybody charged with either a criminal or traffic offense in Virginia. Always the consummate professional, he is thorough, honest, and extremely skilled - an excellent attorney."

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Eliot Thompson

Criminal defense lawyer | Nov 17

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"You won't find a better lawyer to listen to you and to fight for you."

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John Weiland

Criminal defense lawyer | Jun 07

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Mr. Long is a well respected attorney in the area. I endorse him without reservation."

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Brenton Bohannon

Speeding and traffic ticket lawyer | May 03

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Personable and hard working. Very effective."

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Richard Mattox

Speeding and traffic ticket lawyer | Mar 18

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"David is a great attorney and always seems to get fantastic results for his clients. I would highly recommend David to any one in need of a traffic attorney."

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Mansi Shah

Criminal defense lawyer | Mar 02

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Dave will quickly figure out the most important issues in your case. He is smart, prepared and quick on his feet in court."

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Gregory Hough

DUI and DWI lawyer | Feb 08

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"David is a fantastic lawyer. I wouldn't hesitate to recommend him to handle any traffic, DUI or criminal matters."

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Daniel Leavitt

Speeding and traffic ticket lawyer | Jul 30

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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David Vyborny

Unknown lawyer | Jul 29

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Michael La Fratta

Unknown lawyer | Jul 24

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer without reservation."

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Eliot Thompson

DUI and DWI lawyer

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John Weiland

Speeding and traffic ticket lawyer

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Brenton Bohannon

Criminal defense lawyer

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Nicholas Braswell

Criminal defense lawyer

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David Galeski

Personal injury lawyer

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Richard Mattox

Speeding and traffic ticket lawyer

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John March

Criminal defense lawyer

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Mansi Shah

Criminal defense lawyer

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Paula Bernstein Hough

Speeding and traffic ticket lawyer

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Gregory Hough

Speeding and traffic ticket lawyer

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Daniel Leavitt

DUI and DWI lawyer

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David Vyborny

Criminal defense lawyer

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Michael La Fratta

Criminal defense lawyer

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Thomas Chaffe

Speeding and traffic ticket lawyer

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Christopher Bradshaw

Criminal defense lawyer

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Christopher Toepp

Personal injury lawyer

Experience

Rating:  9.8 (Superb)

Honors

2016

Clients Choice Award, AVVO

2016

Virginia's Legal Elite, Virginia Business Magazine

2015

Legal Elite, Virginia Business Magazine

2015

Clients Choice Award, AVVO

2014

Criminal Law Legal Elite, Virginia Business Magazine

Work Experience

2012 - Present

Partner, Meyer, Baldwin, Long, & Moore LLP

2003 - 2012

Deputy Public Defender, Office of the Public Defender

2001 - 2001

Intern, Loudoun County Commonwealth Attorney

2000 - 2000

Intern, Federal Court Judge Bruce Kaufman

Associations

2013 - Present

Virginia Department of Forensic Science

Vice Chair of the Board

2003 - Present

Richmond Criminal Bar

Attorney Member

2013 - 2015

Richmond Community Criminal Justice

Board Member

Sample of Legal Cases

Commonwealth v. Bott

Dismissed

Commonwealth v. Johnson

Commonwealth motion not to prosecute.

Commonwealth v. Puetz

Dismissed

Commonwealth v. Cornell

Reduced to speeding infraction.

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Education

2002

Washington and Lee University School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1994

College of William and Mary

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2015

University of Richmond Guest Speaker

Forensic Science in the Law

2011

VCU Police Training Police Testimony in Court

Languages

English

Activity

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