David Gregory Defazio

David Gregory Defazio

5.0
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 27 years

Family Lawyer at Chesterfield, VA
Practice Areas: Family, Divorce & Separation, Child Custody ... +2 more

9401 Courthouse Rd, Chesterfield, VA

About David

Biography

Practice Areas

5

Practice Areas

Child Custody 20%

28 years

20%
Child Support 20%

28 years

20%
Family 20%

28 years

20%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Hourly Rates

$ 435-435 per hour


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Virginia for 27 years

State: Virginia

Acquired: 1998

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Friedman Law Firm

9401 Courthouse Rd, Chesterfield, VA, 23832

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David Gregory Defazio's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

5.0 /5.0

3 Client Reviews

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Posted by Peter | September 17, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Willing to go the extra bit

I had a rather difficult case where David represented me. He worked to gather up the facts, discussed with me the steps and potential outcomes of either a trial or plea, and determined the best path of action. With the information, we decided to go to trial since I had sufficient evidence to prov...e my innocence. So he prepared me for trial so I understood what to expect. David was prepared for the case. He was excellent during the trial and was willing to push to the line (without crossing it) in court. With his skill in the courtroom and prep beforehand, I was found not guilty. I would recommend David for criminal cases because of his prep work and tenacity in and outside of the courtroom.

Posted by Becki | July 12, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Thorough, Responsive and Professional

David represented me with the utmost in professionalism in a very contentious divorce. David was diligent, honest and incredibly responsive to my many concerns and questions both through email and phone calls. Not only did David represent my interests thoroughly, he did so with a remarkable level of ...compassion. David navigated through dealing with someone who was unreasonable at best ultimately achieving a fair settlement despite every sign indicating we would have to go to trial. Had we gone to trial, I can confidently attest to David's preparedness. I am truly grateful for all David did in getting me through a most difficult time in my life. I would recommend him without hesitation regardless of the complexities involved.

Posted by anonymous | February 11, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Family

Highly Recommend the Defazio Law Firm

David and his team are outstanding. I initially picked them after researching firms on the internet so in some ways it was luck that I stumbled upon his firm. Our initial meeting was sympathetic but also very open and honest. David listened to the facts and told me exactly how he felt things would... come out, in the end. Although my situation was long and involved, in the end things came out exactly as he first thought they would. Throughout my situation a number of unexpected anomalies came up that are not common or typical in a family law case. David was fully prepared to handle all of those situations. He knew exactly what to do; exactly who to talk to and exactly the right advice to give me. In my opinion, when going through the emotions of a family issue, such as divorce and child custody, it is critical to have an attorney who can provide the right advice in a no nonsense manner. You have to be able to trust that attorney because your emotions will push you to want to do things that are not in your best interest. David engenders that trust and his advice is spot on. David has a strong team working for him. They are responsive, even after hours and on weekends. They are competent, friendly and helpful. I would highly recommend David and his team to anyone needing legal help.

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David Gregory Defazio's Lawyer Endorsements

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Michael Waddington

Family lawyer | Jun 03

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

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

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Standish Alexander

Unknown lawyer | Nov 26

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Richard Friedman

Family lawyer | Aug 10

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. I have known Mr. Defazio for approximately ten years. Mr. Defazio does an excellent job representing his clients in family law matters."

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Gerald Lutkenhaus

Family lawyer | Aug 09

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. He is an outstanding family law attorney in the Richmond community."

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Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2020

Super Lawyer, Virginia Super Lawyers

2019

Super Lawyer, Virginia Super Lawyers

2019

Litigator of the Year, American Institute of Trial Lawyers

2019

Lawyer of Distinction, Lawyers of Distinction

2018

Super Lawyer, Virginia Super Lawyers

2017

Super Lawyer, Virginia Super Lawyers

2016

Super Lawyer, Virginia Super Lawyers

2015

Super Lawyer, Virginia Super Lawyers

2014

Super Lawyer, Virginia Super Lawyers

2013

Super Lawyer, Virginia Super Lawyers

2012

Rising Star, Super Lawyers Magazine

2012

Leader in the Law, Virginia Lawyers Weekly

2011

Rising Star, Super Lawyers Magazine

2010

Rising Star, Super Lawyers Magazine

2009

Rising Star, Super Lawyers Magazine

2008

Rising Star, Super Lawyers Magazine

Work Experience

2020 - Present

Attorney, Friedman Law Firm

2013 - 2020

Managing Partner, DeFazio Bal PC

Associations

2012 - Present

Chesterfield County Bar Association

Immediate Past President

2008 - Present

Richmond Bar Association

Member

2006 - Present

Metro Richmond Family Law Bar Association

Member

2011 - 2012

Chesterfield County Bar Association

President

2010 - 2011

Chesterfield County Bar Association

President-Elect

2008 - 2010

Chesterfield County Bar Association

Vice President

2007 - 2008

Chesterfield County Bar Association

Program Director

Education

1998

University of Richmond, The T. C. Williams School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1995

Hampden-Sydney College

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2017

Complex Assets in Divorce

Family Law Ethics

2013

Child Cusotdy Proceedures

Child Custody Evaluations and GALs

2012

Advanced Family Law Paralegal Seminar

Spousal Support

2012

Advanced Family Law

Update on the Law

2011

Richmond VTLA

Protective Orders and Gun Rights

2011

Divorce Law Guide from A to Z

Divorce Resolution

Publications

2009

Richmond Bench Bar CLE Relocation of Children in Virginia

Languages

English

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