Jace Madison Padden

Jace Madison Padden

4.7
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 20 years

Family Lawyer at Chesterfield, VA
Practice Areas: Family, Child Custody, Child Support ... +2 more

9401 Courthouse Rd, Suite A, Chesterfield, VA

About Jace

Biography

Practice Areas

Fees and Rates

Cost

Hourly Rates

$ 495-495 per hour


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Virginia for 20 years

State: Virginia

Acquired: 2006

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Location

Friedman Law Firm, P.C.

9401 Courthouse Rd, Suite A, Chesterfield, VA, 23832

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Jace Madison Padden's Reviews

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4.7 /5.0

12 Client Reviews

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Posted by anonymous | May 19, 2015

Very Helpful!

A friend referred me to Jace after finding my relationship in a compromising situation. He listened to my concerns and gave me wonderful legal advise. Jace calmed my nerves and made me feel extremely comfortable during my appointment. I walked away knowing I could make an informed decision. I wou...ld highly recommend Mr. Padden.

Posted by Tammara | May 05, 2015 | Divorce & Separation

The best!

I was fortunate enough to stumble upon Jace at the beginning of what turned into a very long and painful divorce and custody situation. In a nutshell, Jace proved himself to be the very best combination of skilled, intelligent lawyer...and thoroughly kind and compassionate person. He was quick on h...is feet in the courtroom and thoughtfully guided me through at times when I could barely see straight on my own. I of course have never hoped to have to use his services again, but when I do need a family lawyer, I will always want him by my side.

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Jace Madison Padden's Lawyer Endorsements

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Mary McLaurin

Divorce and separation lawyer | Jul 24

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have worked with Jace, and found he is extremely dedicated to achieving a good result for his clients. Jace listens to his clients and works tirelessly to achieve their objectives. He has great experience in the courtroom and at the negotiating table, and has devoted his practice to the specialty of family law."

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Matthew Mikula

Divorce and separation lawyer | Apr 26

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have known Jace for many years and he knows the law as well as anyone. I think what sets him above most other lawyers overall is his ability to make his clients feel valued and properly represented."

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Benjamin Tyree

Divorce and separation lawyer | Feb 21

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Noel Brooks

Family lawyer | Jun 07

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Kimberly Skiba-Rokosky

Family lawyer | May 06

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Jace is a great lawyer. He has a good command of the law, is easy to work with, and is committed to resolving his cases in the most dignified manner possible for his clients while still achieving their objectives."

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David Defazio

Family lawyer | May 05

Relationship: Co-worker

"I endorse this lawyer. Jace is a great advocate for his clients."

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Geneva Perry

Family lawyer | May 05

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I've known Jace since 2006 when we clerked together, and more recently have had a case, a contested adult guardianship, on which we are co-counsel. Throughout that time and in our current case, I've found Jace to be both diligent in his research and preparation and sensitive to the fact the letter of the law ultimately affects people: his clients. Jace's technical skill and personal warmth make him particularly well-suited to family law."

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Andrei Kublan

Family lawyer | Aug 09

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Shane Jimison

Family lawyer | Jul 16

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"Jace is a solid family law attorney who is an effective advocate for his clients while enjoying the respect from his colleagues and judges."

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Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2025

Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers

2024

Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers

Work Experience

2015 - 2020

Attorney, DeFazio Bal PC

2011 - 2015

Attorney, Rudy Coyner, Attorneys at Law

2007 - 2011

Attorney, Owen & Owens PLC

2006 - 2007

Judicial Law Clerk, 12th Judicial Circuit of Virginia

Associations

2017 - Present

The Bar Association of the City of Richmond

Member

2017 - Present

Henrico

Member

2008 - Present

Metro Richmond Family Law Bar Association

Member

2007 - Present

Chesterfield County Bar Association

Member

2015 - 2018

Virginia Collaborative Professionals

Member

2014 - 2023

Families Forward (formerly Prevent Child Abuse Virginia)

Board Member

2011 - 2014

Collaborative Professionals of Richmond

Co-President

2011 - 2019

International Academy of Collaborative Professionals

Member

2010 - 2012

Chesterfield CASA

Former Board Member

Education

2006

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

JD - Juris Doctor

1998

University of Virginia

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2019

Advanced Family Law Seminar

Death and Divorce

2016

Annual Meeting

Everyday Legal Matters: Wills, Medical Directives, Powers of Attorney

2016

Advanced Family Law Seminar

Death and Divorce

2015

GALs, Mediation and the Court

GALs, Mediation and the Court

2015

Call Federal Credit Union Annual Meeting Workshop

Wills, Trusts, Powers of Attorney, Advanced Medical Directives

2011

CLE

Electronic Evidence

2010

CLE

Electronic Evidence in Family Law Litigation

Languages

English

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