David William Mettler

David William Mettler

3.7
Rating: 6.9

Licensed for 34 years

Chapter 7 bankruptcy Lawyer at Virginia Beach, VA
Practice Areas: Chapter 7 Bankruptcy, Divorce & Separation, Chapter 13 Bankruptcy ... +5 more

115 S Lynnhaven Rd, Virginia Beach, VA

About David

Practice Areas

8

Practice Areas

Chapter 7 Bankruptcy 26%

33 years | 3 cases

26%
Divorce and Separation 18%

13 years | 1,000 cases

18%
Chapter 13 Bankruptcy 17%

13 years | 1,100 cases

17%
Family 15%

13 years | 300 cases

15%
Debt Collection 10%

13 years | 1,000 cases

10%

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Licenses

Licensed in Virginia for 34 years

State: Virginia

Acquired: 1991

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Location

The Dickerson & Smith Law Group

115 S Lynnhaven Rd, Virginia Beach, VA, 23452-7422

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David William Mettler's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

3.7 /5.0

3 Client Reviews

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Posted by Christina | May 25, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody

Highly recommended

I came to Mr. Mettler with my child custody case. As a client of his and single mother of 2 small children, I highly recommend him. All good attorneys are very busy but he always came through as needed. Not only is he well knowledgeable about the law, he was always compassionate and empathetic to my ...situation. I never felt that Mr. Mettler was “out to take my money”. In fact I feel the opposite. Throughout my case I feel Mr. Mettler did everything he could to keep my case as cost effective as possible. Not to mention his awesome paralegal Tammy! All my calls with questions were answered promptly. I was always kept informed with any proceedings in my case. I am very pleased with the outcome of my case and will recommend him to anyone I know needing a good attorney to represent them in such an important matter as mine.

Posted by anonymous | May 09, 2014 | Divorce & Separation

Find counsel elsewhere

I would strongly suggest that anyone going thru a divorce to seek counsel ANYWHERE else than hiring David Mettler as your attorney. After over a year and close to ten thousand dollars later, no progress has been made. He is consistently at least 45 minutes late to every appointment as well as unable... to ever call you at all when you've made a phone conference. He will and continued to go around your wishes to extend a case just to bill you more and rack up your legal fees. He is extremely arrogant for someone who clearly knows minimal in divorce cases. Do yourself a service and hire any other attorney other than David Mettler.

David Mettler

Replied last May 09, 2014

Clients have responsibilities to heed the sound advice of the attorney they entrust their case to. When a client continually fails to do so the desired outcome of the case is jeopardized. Initial goals as set by the client were met here. Unfortunately the client's continued poor judgment and reliance on his girlfriend's "advice" made the case unmanageable by the attorney and his staff causing the attorney to withdraw from the case and decline the client's $5,000 second retainer offer. Based on the tone of the post (and many of its inaccuracies) it appears the client is bitter the legal representation ended, but on rare occasion an attorney may need to withdraw from a case (and refuse offered monies) if the attorney cannot continue to best serve the interests of the client.

Posted by A client in Virginia Beach | November 06, 2013 | Lawsuits & Disputes

Highly recommended, with full confidence...

When forced to face a difficult challenge, having the right attorney by one's side is critical, especially when what's at stake is of utmost importance. We do have a choice to "shop around" or interview at least 2 or 3 distinct professionals so we can make an informed decision for ourselves, and in t...his process for me, Mr. David Mettler stood out right away. The big difference: he took the time to listen, was honest and proficient, able to correctly assess what I was truly up against and enlist my options. He then probed my opponent's strengths, investigated the issue thoroughly, and planned the best course of action from the outset. The result: A speedy conclusion with a settlement having a cumulative value in the 6 (almost 7) figures, totally exceeding my expectations. It was clear who to hire for subsequent cases I needed expert guidance for, and have since referred close friends and business clients to Mr. Mettler. I've heard favorable outcome for their specific cases as well. With his integrity and track record of success, I can confidently say: David Mettler truly sets the bar.

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Experience

Rating:  6.9 (Good)

Work Experience

2002 - Present

Attorney, Dickerson & Smith Law Group

Associations

Tidewater Bankruptcy Bar Association

2006 - 2010

Virginia JD&R Court Liason Committee

Sample of Legal Cases

Creditor's Right- Garnishment Exemption - Interest Payments

My client (Defendant) prevailed and the Plaintiff was ordered to pay the Defendant the remaining balance of $12,223.40

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Education

1990

University of Mississippi School of Law

JD

1986

University of Virginia

B.A.

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