Christopher Thomas Voltin

Christopher Thomas Voltin

also known as Chris Voltin

5.0
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 13 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Newport News, VA
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Drug Crime ... +4 more

732 Thimble Shoals Blvd., Suite 903, Newport News, VA

About Christopher

Biography

Practice Areas

7

Practice Areas

DUI and DWI 10%

13 years

10%
Drug Crime 10%

13 years

10%
Sex Crime 10%

13 years

10%
Violent Crime 10%

13 years

10%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Retainer

Sometimes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Virginia for 13 years

State: Virginia

Acquired: 2012

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Goff Voltin, PLLC

732 Thimble Shoals Blvd., Suite 903, Newport News, VA, 23606

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Christopher Thomas Voltin's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

5.0 /5.0

45 Client Reviews

Showing 21 - 25 of 45 reviews

Posted by Satified customer | May 25, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Speeding & Traffic Ticket

Knowledgable, professional lawyer!

Hired this lawyer for a failure to obey a traffic signal charge where the cop stated that I ran a red light in broad daylight under clear weather conditions. After hearing a short phone consultation, Mr. Voltin took my case. He showed up on time and well prepared the day of the court case. I was u...nsure if I was going to beat the case because the judge usually sides with the cop when its your word against the cops word. However, after a short presentation by Mr. Voltin, the case was dismissed. Mr. Voltin really impressed me with his approach to my case. I would recommend this lawyer to my closest family and friends.

Posted by anonymous | February 25, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Assault and Battery charge

Mr. Voltin was very knowledgeable and honest throughout the process. He got everything dismissed and met with me multiple times before the trial with patience and understanding. He gave me hope when there was stiff evidence against me and I cannot thank him enough for his representation through the ...trial.

Posted by anonymous | February 19, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Trustworthy, Caring, Supportive

Mr. Voltin was simply the best lawyer I could have ever hired. I was wrongfully accused of a charge for larceny, and he fought my case in court relentlessly. We won the case and I was found not guilty. He was patient, caring, and kind the entire process. As a mother I had everything to lose and he fo...ught for my family as if we were his own. I honestly could not have gotten through this process without Mr. Voltin as my lawyer. There are not enough nice things I could say about him and his office. They are very professional, confidential, and honest. The best choice you will ever make is hiring him as your lawyer. All of the staff are amazing caring individuals. From the moment you make the first phone call you won't regret calling him for help. He is passionate about his work and about each case he handles. He met with me in his office before my case and made sure to keep contact with me through the entire process. This lawyer is the absolute best! Being charged with larceny is very scary and with the help of Mr. Voltin I stayed strong and he defended my case with knowledge and determination. He even caught several lies told by the opposite party and presented them to the judge. Again there are not enough nice things I can say about Mr. Voltin. I would hire him again in a heartbeat.

Posted by Alicia | February 03, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Class 1 Misdemeanor (most common & most serious)

Great Attorney! My son had recently turned 18 and was charged with disorderly conduct. Short and simple, Attorney Voltin was able to negotiate that he only performed very minimal community service. Charge was dismissed and he did not have to pay court costs/fines.

Posted by anonymous | January 25, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Sex Crime

Excellent Defense Attorney

I was charged with solicitation of prostitution in Hampton, VA. The evidence against me was insurmountable, and I knew right from the day I was arrested I had no hope. Mr. Voltin convinced the state's attorney that I was a good person and the deal he got for me was amazing. I did not have to plead... guilty to a crime, and the charge will not appear on my permanent record. I went into this situation with absolutely no chance, and out of nowhere he saved me. I cannot put into words the level of gratitude I feel towards this man for the work he did for me. If you're on here reading reviews looking for good legal representation, this is the man you need to pick up the phone and call. Thanks again Mr. Voltin, you're a real life saver.

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Christopher Thomas Voltin's Lawyer Endorsements

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Rahul Aggarwal

Unknown lawyer | Feb 28

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"An excellent lawyer who treats clients with patience, care, understanding, and utmost professionalism - an even better person and I wholeheartedly recommend for future services."

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Scott Ehrenworth

Criminal defense lawyer | Sep 24

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. I had cases against Chris with him. They are battles. He does an awesome job and he fights very hard on behalf of his clients and gets them fantastic outcomes. If I got in trouble, I would hire Chris in a split second to protect my freedom. Awesome guy and an awesome lawyer!!!"

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Christopher Johnson

General practice lawyer | Jan 14

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Chris is a very intelligent and hard working person and attorney. I would not hesitate to recommend him as an attorney."

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Richard Collins

Unknown lawyer | Dec 31

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Michael Smith

Criminal defense lawyer | Dec 31

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Chris is an outstanding trial attorney. He is always thoroughly prepared in court and argues vigorously on behalf of his clients. I would highly recommend him to anyone needing a criminal defense or family law attorney."

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Gordon Klugh

Criminal defense lawyer | Dec 15

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Michael Gaten

Criminal defense lawyer | Dec 11

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Chris is a consummate professional. He fights hard for clients and gives his all in protecting their rights. I have had the pleasure of working cases against him when I was a prosecutor and also seeing him advocate from the defense side of the bar. That being said I know what Chris is about and that is not resting until he gets justice for his clients. Definitely a top notch attorney."

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Michael Hyman

Child custody lawyer | Dec 09

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Joshua Goff

Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 31

Relationship: Other

"Chris is a very diligent and well-prepared attorney. He is an extremely articulate and effective advocate for his clients. I highly recommend him."

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Thomas Cloud

Criminal defense lawyer | Jan 14

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Chris interned with the prosecutor's office that I worked for in Hampton while I was there. He is tenacious and represents his clients well."

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Michael Waddington

Criminal defense lawyer | Jun 05

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Christopher. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community."

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Noah Weisberg

Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 03

Relationship: Co-worker

"We hired Chris based upon a recommendation from a former Deputy in Hampton Commonwealth Attorney's office where he had served as an intern. He has now been in our office for well over a year and has developed into a formidable litigator who diligently does the work out of the Courtroom to obtain excellent results in the Courtroom. We are proud to have him on our team."

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Jonathan Edwards

Child custody lawyer | May 26

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Chris and I worked together in the Charleston. He is extremely smart and diligent with a great work ethic."

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Scott Ehrenworth

Criminal defense lawyer

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Michael Smith

Unknown lawyer

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Thomas Cloud

Unknown lawyer

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Michael Gaten

Unknown lawyer

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Gordon Klugh

Unknown lawyer

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Michael Hyman

Unknown lawyer

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Richard Collins

Criminal defense lawyer

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Joshua Goff

Criminal defense lawyer

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Amy Weisberg

Family lawyer

Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2021

Rising Stars, SuperLawyers

2020

Rising Stars, SuperLawyers

2016

Top 40 Under 40, National Trial Lawyers

2015

Clients' Choice, Avvo

Work Experience

2015 - Present

Partner, Goff Voltin, PLLC

2012 - 2015

Associate Attorney, Weisberg & Weisberg PLLC

2011 - 2011

Intern, South Carolina Public Defender

2011 - 2012

Intern, Hampton Commonwealth's Attorney's Office

2010 - 2010

Intern, South Carolina Family court

2010 - 2010

Intern, City of Charleston, SC Legal Department

Associations

2016 - Present

I'Anson-Hoffman American Inn of Court

Associate Member

2013 - Present

United States District Court for the Eastern District of Virginia

Member

2012 - Present

Virginia State Bar, Criminal Law Section

Member

2012 - Present

Virginia State Bar

Member

2012 - Present

Newport News Bar Association

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

Commonwealth v. Client

Dismissed

Commonwealth v. Client

Dismissed

Opposing Party v. Client

Protective Order Denied

Commonwealth v. Client

Dismissed

Commonwealth v. Client

Two charges were dismissed, one charge was reduced, and one charge was convicted

Commonwealth v. Client

Charge reduced

Opposing Party v. Client

Client won custody

Commonwealth v. Client

Dismissed

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Education

2012

College of William and Mary, Marshall-Wythe School of Law

Visiting Student

2012

Charleston School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

2008

Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University

BS - Bachelor of Science

Speaking Engagements

2016

Lecture at Wightman Cup Room

Criminal Justice System

Languages

English

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