Elizabeth Davanzo Ireland

Elizabeth Davanzo Ireland

4.0
Rating: 6.8

Licensed for 31 years

Divorce and separation Lawyer at Chesapeake, VA
Practice Areas: Divorce & Separation, Child Custody, Criminal Defense ... +2 more

1228 Progressive Drive, Suite 102, Chesapeake, VA

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Licenses

Licensed in Virginia for 31 years

State: Virginia

Acquired: 1994

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Jankell & Ireland, P.C.

1228 Progressive Drive, Suite 102, Chesapeake, VA, 23320

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Elizabeth Davanzo Ireland's Reviews

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4.0 /5.0

8 Client Reviews

Posted by Marcus | February 24, 2021 | Consulted Attorney

This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.

She called it down the middle!!

I moved to the area to be closer to my kids. I was getting the runaround from a bitter BM about my visits with my kids. We got to court and the judge and Ms.Ireland got me seeing my kids every other week 50/50 is what I asked for and is what she saw fit to suggest. My kids mother came into court with... lies on top of lies and she saw right through that. My kids mother for years had abused my children mentally. Now they see what family and love is really all about. I thank Ms Ireland for that. I would definitely recommend her. She also set me straight on what I was doing wrong in the situation and I appreciate that also. It’s making me a better father!!

Posted by Brittany | February 24, 2021 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Great JUDGE of character

From my first interaction with Ms. Elizabeth Ireland, I knew she truly had the children’s best interests at heart and she wasn’t going to allow any lies. My husband had been trying to resolve a custody issue directly with the other “parent”, but to no avail, because he refused to have the type of rel...ationship she wanted, the “mother“ illegally removed the kids from the state. Years later when she brought them back, the kids didn’t even have coats and clean clothes, and had been unnecessarily homeless for months! From the first custody hearing to the final determination, Ms. Ireland maintained an exceptional level of professionalism. We always ensured that when the kids spoke with Ms. Ireland, we went out of the room to make sure they could speak freely. Prior to the custody being settled, the kids were being neglected and forced to care for their able-bodied “mother“ and worry about adult issues, instead of getting the opportunity to be children. The “mother“ even lied and told the children that their father had abused her and her other children. Our son was even in legal trouble due to the lack of supervision and guidance at their “mother’s”. Since the custody matter has been resolved, the children are thriving, their needs and wants are being met, and they are happy and seem at peace. Ms. Ireland was extremely intuitive and very caring when it came to making the right decisions for the children. Between she and the judge, they both recognized the “mother’s” dishonesty and deception and ensured it was fair, all my husband had been expecting from the beginning. I truly can’t thank her enough for what she has done for our family and children. She saved them, honestly and we’ll be forever grateful!

Posted by anonymous | February 21, 2021 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Custody

I found Mrs. Ireland to be untrustworthy. My children were waterboarded by the man she defended. Her job was to make sure the kids were in a safe place and to only look out for the kids best interest. I proved that this abuse took place I proved that we were traumatized to the point we left the area ...this man lived in, due to this man. The kids even asked her to get them out of this situation not 1 time did she attempt to do her job with care. She refused to locate documents that proved he was a child abuser and told the judge they did not exist. I personally had to do a request pay for it and because she was and seemed to be embarrassed when I did all the work she was supposed to bring up to the judge. She said his past and current verbal abuse and his proven refusal to follow the judges orders is not a problem. It was as if the Foiya requests i showed her was not even there. I am the only parent doing any parenting so he does not have to keep up with school, doesnt have to take the kids to school. The kids missed 2 windows to start in-person learning because of this this attorney told the judge they had not started school yet. Other kids were in school but because dad doesnt think he should take them to school the children are suffering. This Lawyer is not worth your time even if its free. Laziness put my kids in a bad place and this lawyer no longer has to care about it. I would hope that race and city had nothing to do with her inability to help the kids. She told the judge to send it to a different city. SMH

Posted by anonymous | July 24, 2018 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Worth It All

Ms. Ireland was my attorney for my child custody case. I found her through my work union website and I have to say I am glad she was listed. I had a horrible attorney the first time I went to court and Ms. Ireland came in after hearing my story and took me on as a client. If you want someone who is g...oing to sugarcoat things and tell you what you want to hear, find a different person. Ms. Ireland gave it to me straight and I did not make it easy on her (or myself). She was able to help me out and she is worth it. I would recommend her to any one who needs an attorney. Ms. Ireland represents her clients fully while listening and offering advice. I'm glad I had Ms. Ireland.

Posted by anonymous | September 10, 2015 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Don't Go Anywhere Else!

Mrs. Ireland is not only extremely competent in what she does and getting her clients the best they deserve, she also is extremely realistic with you and has an amazing staff. She lets you know from the best scenario to the worst scenario that could potentially happen, of course fighting for the bes...t. She got us the absolutely best results that she originally told us she would do for us from day one and we wouldn't go anywhere else. If you want someone to fight for you, have your back and also give you the straight facts, this is where to go.

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Katherine Currin

Criminal defense lawyer | Apr 07

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"I recently had an opportunity to work closely with Ms. Ireland on a criminal matter. Although I have known and respected her for years, my recent experience was confirmation of her expertise in the field of criminal defense."

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Experience

Rating:  6.8 (Good)

Work Experience

2004 - Present

Managing Partner, Jankell and Ireland, PC

2002 - 2004

Attorney, Tarter, Ireland and Winn, P C

Associations

1995 - Present

Chesapeake Bar Association

Education

1993

Regent University School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1990

University of North Carolina

BS - Bachelor of Science

Speaking Engagements

N/A

Tidewater Women's Show

Family Law Issues for Women

Languages

English

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