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About Debra
Biography
Don't be taken by your spouse. Former tax attorney, let me find the hidden assets.
Attorney Chafin's background lends itself to complex divorce litigation involving the division of business. Ms. Chafin also has extensive experience in contested custody litigation, contested divorce litgation involving alimony, and contested paternity matters.
Family law attorney and former tax attorney. Let me help you find those hidden assets.
Practice Areas
5
Practice Areas
Child Custody
20%
30 years
Child Support
20%
30 years
Divorce and Separation
20%
30 years
Domestic Violence
20%
30 years
Fees and Rates
Awards
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Licenses
Licensed in West Virginia for 34 years
State: West Virginia
Acquired: 1991
No misconduct found
Licensed in Pennsylvania for 42 years
State: Pennsylvania
Acquired: 1984
No misconduct found
Location
Debra V. Chafin's Reviews
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Advocacy (37)
Recommendation (28)
Case Results (27)
Practice Area Knowledge (26)
Professionalism (19)
Responsiveness (13)
Staff & Support (13)
Communication Style (11)
Compassion (11)
Character & Conduct (9)
General Knowledge (9)
Trustworthiness (4)
Cost of Services (3)
Punctuality (2)
Free Consultations (1)
Showing 11 - 15 of 19 reviews | Professionalism
Posted by Kristie | September 05, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
Highly recommend!
Debra will 100% work for you. She helped me with my divorce and was very efficient during the entire process. I would highly recommend her for any family law needs you may have. She is very experienced with QDRO as well. You want Debra on your side!
Posted by Tami | July 12, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
Reccommended by a Genteman on the other side
Debra was recommended to me by a Gentlemen whose wife had hired Debra when she divorced him. After my 37-year husband had presented me with divorce papers, this Gentleman told me I needed the best, and Debra was all that and more! She has uncovered things in her research that had not been previo...
Posted by Ken | October 21, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
Very Professional and Caring
I ended a 21 year marriage and had a child, the divorce was extremely difficult and very emotional. Debra was able to assist me in everyway possible and keep me in focus during this whole event. She was extremely professional and very caring, I highly recommend her.
Posted by Kevin | February 13, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
First Class Legal Representation
At one of the lowest points in my life Debra and her team took a lot of the anxiety away with their knowledge and compassion. I needed a legal team that was dedicated to me and my issues. I got that with Debra Chafin. She is the best in the business. I was able to settle my divorce of 25 yea...
Posted by Elizabeth | May 16, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
Divorce
Debra did an excellent job with my divorce. She is very creative in helping both parties save on taxes. She is very caring and listens to what you have to say. I highly recommend her.
Debra V. Chafin's Lawyer Endorsements
"I endorse this lawyer."
Larry Chafin
Family lawyer
Experience
Honors
2018
Distinguished, Martindale-Hubbell
2017
Distinguished, Martindale-Hubbell
Work Experience
1995 - Present
Owner, The Law Office of Debra V. Chafin, PLLC
Associations
2014 - Present
American Bar AssociationMember
1995 - Present
Harrison County Bar AssociationMember
1991 - Present
West Virginia State BarMember
2003 - 2006
Harrison County Bar AssociationBoard of Directors
Education
1984
Ohio Northern University - Claude W. Pettit College of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
1981
College of Wooster
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
1983
The Annual American Bar Association Conference
The Farmers Tax Guide
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Answers
Q&A
Can i get Contempt of court from exhubby for not allowing visitation when our divorce decree says as agreed upon
28 Sep 2017
Q&A
How long does it take to get a divorce and/or legally separated in the state of West Virginia?
27 Sep 2017
Q&A
Can I still file for a QDRO on my ex-husbands retirement after 30 years?
29 Sep 2017