Christopher Thomas Voltin
also known as Chris Voltin
About Christopher
Biography
Chris is a partner and co-founder of Goff Voltin, PLLC. Chris primarily focuses his practice on criminal law, traffic law, and family law, and he has personally handled hundreds of cases since becoming a licensed attorney in 2012. Prior to starting Goff Voltin, PLLC, Chris worked as an associate attorney for three years at a law firm in Newport News.
Chris is a Hampton Roads native and graduate of Nansemond-Suffolk Academy. He completed his undergraduate degree at Virginia Tech and earned his Juris Doctor with honors after attending the Charleston School of Law and the William and Mary School of Law. During his matriculation, Chris received numerous honors to include serving on the Virginia Tech Honor Council, the Charleston School of Law Trial Advocacy Board, membership in the Phi Delta Phi Legal Fraternity, the Student Trial Lawyers Association, and competing in the Texas Young Lawyers Association Mock Trial Competition. In addition, Chris also interned for the Honorable Gerald C. Smoak, Jr., in South Carolina Family Court.
Chris resides in Williamsburg, Virginia, with his wife and their dog.
Practice Areas
7
Practice Areas
13 years
13 years
13 years
13 years
Fees and Rates
Cost
Sometimes
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Licensed in Virginia for 13 years
State: Virginia
Acquired: 2012
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
45 Client Reviews
Showing 1 - 5 of 13 reviews | Practice Area Knowledge
Posted by anonymous | November 19, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
The Attorney Who Gave Me Hope (Case Dismissed, Anxiety Lifted)!!
Words can’t capture the relief and gratitude I feel. As a first-time offender facing two misdemeanor charges—unwanted calls and trespassing—my anxiety was overwhelming. I didn’t know where to turn, had no recommendations, and felt completely lost. After calming myself down, I started researching. Wha...
Posted by Laurie | September 20, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Domestic Violence
Protective order
Chris represented a family member on a protective order case. He is very professional and knowledgeable. Words can not express the gratitude that we have for Chris! Thank you so much for everything that you did for us! Highly recommend Chris Voltin!
Posted by anonymous | July 12, 2019 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI
Tough love "adjudicated"
i went to chris with a case that was an uphill battle in york county va. I was facing a dwi and a dwi refusal. This almost certainly meant i would at least be without a license for a year even if i beat the dwi. After several good discussions that were hard to swallow initially. He then decide t...
Posted by anonymous | August 15, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
Excellent Attorney
Mr. Voltin is an excellent attorney. I went to him with a felony charge and was sure i would be convicted. He gave me advice about my case and didn’t sugarcoat anything just to make me feel better. He fought very hard for me and I’ll always be grateful for the results. Great guy and great attorney. H...
Posted by Grace | April 02, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
Reckless Driving - Dismissed!
Mr. Voltin did a wonderful job for our son who was charged with reckless driving. Due to his expertise, the case was dismissed. Well worth the cost. He and his paralegal were always available to answer our questions!
Christopher Thomas Voltin's Lawyer Endorsements
"An excellent lawyer who treats clients with patience, care, understanding, and utmost professionalism - an even better person and I wholeheartedly recommend for future services."
"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!!!"
"Chris is a very intelligent and hard working person and attorney. I would not hesitate to recommend him as an attorney."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"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."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"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."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"Chris is a very diligent and well-prepared attorney. He is an extremely articulate and effective advocate for his clients. I highly recommend him."
"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."
"I endorse Christopher. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community."
"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."
"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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Experience
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 CourtAssociate Member
2013 - Present
United States District Court for the Eastern District of VirginiaMember
2012 - Present
Virginia State Bar, Criminal Law SectionMember
2012 - Present
Virginia State BarMember
2012 - Present
Newport News Bar AssociationMember
Sample of Legal Cases
Dismissed
Dismissed
Protective Order Denied
Dismissed
Two charges were dismissed, one charge was reduced, and one charge was convicted
Charge reduced
Client won custody
Dismissed
Education
2012
Visiting Student
2012
JD - Juris Doctor
2008
BS - Bachelor of Science
Speaking Engagements
2016
Criminal Justice System
Languages
English