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 1 - 3 of 3 reviews | Sex Crime

Posted by anonymous | August 11, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Sex Crime

Excellent Attorney for Sensitive Issues

I retained Mr. Voltin as an attorney for a very sensitive criminal matter. This matter involved being charged with indecent exposure. Upon meeting with Mr. Voltin and stating my case, he made me feel at ease that he could address the matter directly. Mr Votlin made himself available for numerous c...onsultations as I presented my case for innocence. He friendly, yet personable demeanor put me at ease. I am not a person of high, risk so when offered a guilty plea by the defense, I seriously considered taking it. However, based on my testimony to him and my insistence that I was innocent. He put my mind at ease and we argued the case. Mr. Voltin displayed great confidence, knowledge of the law, and a presence that gave me confidence that we would prevail. In the ed the case was dismissed. I would highly recommend Mr. Voltin for any matter that involves case law or criminal defense. His thorough research on my matter led to the dispensing of justice. In addition, the staff at Mr. Votin's office displayed great professionalism and offer any help that I needed. Indeed, with out his help. I would not be where I am today.

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.

Posted by anonymous | October 26, 2015 | Hired Attorney | Sex Crime

Representation for Felony Charges

Christopher Voltin represented me during 2013, 14 and 15, with both pre-charge and trial defense services. My initial issue was a complaint of assault; the grand jury handed down indictments for Misd. Sexual Battery and Felony Abduction. If convicted I faced 20 years to life in prison and a $100,00...0 fine. Mr Voltin’s immediate response was to place a wall between me and all investigating agencies involved, thereby preventing me from getting caught up in an interview and inadvertently hurting my case. This was a very effective tactic and alleviated the need for any contact with authorities. He then laid out a strategy for discrediting the plaintiff, using documented facts and misleading and false statements she made to investigators. A key piece of this approach was the use of a private investigator; his P.I. was able to interview the plaintiff (and her adult children) for almost an hour, all recorded, during which they contradicted several previous statements and the general nature of their complaint. It was a brilliant move on Mr Voltin’s part and his investigator demonstrated a keen ability for gleaning facts from uncooperative party. Had my case gone to trial, this audio recording was, while not a silver bullet, very damaging to the prosecution’s case. At the end of the day Mr Voltin procured a misdemeanor plea deal with no jail time served. And yet he completely respected my decision to decline it. He and the staff of Weisberg & Weisberg never wavered in the belief of my innocence. Upon declining of the plea deal the prosecution dropped the charges. I believe that decision was taken, in part, due to the talents and track record of the lawyers at W&W, Chris Voltin included. He has my utmost respect and I recommend him to anyone facing similar circumstances.

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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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