Dale Truitt Berrett

I first had contact with Dale in June 2020, at the urging of our marriage counselor, and right away her demeaner was aggressive, and very concise. My wife and I were on different ends of the spectrum with regards to custody. Dale drove fron Virginia Beach to Accomack Virginia to agrresively fight a c...ontinuance that opposing council wanted. We knew it was a ploy to stave off a Guardian Ad litem......dale fought hard and won, also she made sure the court forced wife to return two of the children back to Virginia, as they were being kept in Mass, which was denying me reasonable access to the children. Reasonable access was ordered by the Judge. Then she got a Guardian Ad litem to view both living situations right away, and made sure he had a report ready even before the pre-trial that was set for the next day. well....as the hour approached, Dale and opposing council met somewhere to hammer out aqn agreement. Council and my wife were panicking after knowing what the Guardian Ad litem was going to pretty much say. I got a very generous offer from my wife. Now I understand why she is a bit pricey...And why they call her the Barracuda. She is still my atty. And she makes you feel as if you are her only client. Very dedicated and highly intelligent. I am going to keep her on until the end. WOW! doesn't even begin to descibe how well she does her job.

Dale Truitt Berrett is an outstanding Attorney. She makes you feel like your case is her only case. Nothing gets by her either. She genuinely cares about her clients and what is best for their children. She is authentic, and supportive. I could always count on her to be available when I needed... and to put 110% into my case. She is honest, reliable, and caring. She has a remarkable understanding of the Virginia’s Judicial system and will do everything she can to assist you in acquiring the desired results that fall within the law. I sought her help with a very short deadline to trial, she met the deadline with full preparedness and went above and beyond to go over every detail. We obtained the desired outcome. I would HIGHLY recommend her for all of your family court needs.

After dealing with several attorneys in the Hampton Roads area I found Attorney Dale Berrett, who represented me in a complicated divorce case. Not only was she thorough, she did a great job of dealing with my wife’s attorney. Dale’s staff was fully committed to my case and responded within minute...s or at most 24hrs depending on the complexity of my question. The attention to detail and service makes you feel you are their only client. After my spouse brought a protective order with a false allegation and causing me to not see my daughter for over 60 days, Dale’s expertise not only got the protective order dismissed, she negotiated overnight visitations and shared custody in a highly contested case. Above all she is a genuinely great human being who cares for her clients. If you are looking for a very smart and compassionate family attorney who knows her stuff, look no further. Highly recommended for anyone who wants a fighting chance!

After getting completely blindsided in court without proper representation, I knew some changes had to be made before returning to court again or face bankruptcy. Word of my ridiculous ruling spread, and soon several people suggested I call Dale Berrett and speak with her. After my consultation with... her I knew my future was in better hands. I was never told what I wanted to hear, just realistic facts to expect and prepare for. My case had lots of moving parts with property, spousal support, retirement, taxes, etc. Mrs Berrett and staff were able to prepare and file all the necessary documents both to the court and opposing counsel immediately. I was kept in the loop of what and when papers needed to be filed the whole time. Our day in court arrived and Mrs Berrett was obviously well prepared. I was amazed how quickly she was able to bring my case to a very favorable close. Without her experience and fast acting staff to expedite things in all manors this outcome would not be possible.

Ms Berrett and her staff absolutely saved my life during a custody dispute. I couldn't think straight as I was in a violent relationship. Ms. Berrett. handled everything so my daughter and I could focus on healing. I continue to use her for all legal issues regarding my ex. Dale is prompt, courteous,... and personable.