Debra V. Chafin

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Debra V. Chafin

4.9
Rating: 8.1

Licensed for 41 years

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

314 S 2nd St, Clarksburg, WV

About Debra

Biography

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

20%
Child Support 20%

30 years

20%
Divorce and Separation 20%

30 years

20%
Domestic Violence 20%

30 years

20%
Family 20%

Divorce, Adoption, Custody, Guardianship, Child Support, Abuse & Neglect, Domestic Violence, and Paternity.

30 years

20%

Fees and Rates

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Awards

Client's Choice
Client's Choice
2025 2024 2023
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+ 5
Platinum Client Champion
Distinguished Peer Review Rating

Licenses

Licensed in West Virginia for 34 years

State: West Virginia

Acquired: 1991

Active

No misconduct found

Licensed in Pennsylvania for 41 years

State: Pennsylvania

Acquired: 1984

Inactive

No misconduct found

Location

Law Office of Debra V. Chafin, P.L.L.C.

314 S 2nd St, Clarksburg, WV, 26301-3716

debrachafin.com

Debra V. Chafin's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.9 /5.0

63 Client Reviews

Showing 21 - 25 of 26 reviews | Practice Area Knowledge

Posted by John | November 18, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Satisfied

Debra and staff are great!! From initial meeting to the end, Debra has no nonsense approach that was just what I needed to get me through my divorce case. The entire staff, all of which I came to know by first name, were professional and compassionate with a day to day consistency that is simply not ...found much in todays business climate. Debra has a unique candor and that is the real shining star. I just cannot say enough good about her and them except Thanks and God Bless

Posted by Isaac | June 25, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody

Vauluable Ally

Debra is a valuable ally in any divorce or custody case. I hired her to help get changes made in my custody agreement and she was able to achieve all I had asked for without ever entering a court room. I highly recommend her.

Posted by Tammy | October 23, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Family

Excellent Lawyer

Debra has represented me in Family Court, and I could not have asked for a better lawyer. She is very knowledgeable in her field. She confidently presents and disputes the case before the judge. She wants only the best for her clients, and she has the ability to achieve great success in courtroom.... I would highly recommend her to be your lawyer. If I ever need a lawyer again, she will be the one I choose.

Posted by anonymous | March 29, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Client

Debra represented me in my recent divorce after 27 years of marriage. She was not only extremely knowledgeable by supportive of me during a very difficult time in my life. Her staff are also very knowledgeable and supportive.

Posted by Lonnie | March 28, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

28 years married - divorce/custody

I was married for 28 years when I went through my divorce. Debra Chafin done an amazing job for me through this ordeal. Debra's overall experience gives her the upper hand and control in the courtroom. Her wisdom, knowledge and strength in law is untouchable for most. Her years of handling case after... case proves her ability to fight hard for her clients. Debra is down to earth and dedicates her time to listen one on one when needed. I was married for 28 years and didn't pay Alimony spousal support. Later, I was taken back to court over custody where Debra once again plowed straight through the chaos with no issues. I am happy and living a new life, thanks to Debra Chafin. Highly recommended!!!

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Debra V. Chafin's Lawyer Endorsements

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Larry Chafin

Family lawyer | May 18

Relationship: Worked together on matter

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Experience

Rating:  8.1 (Excellent)

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 Association

Member

1995 - Present

Harrison County Bar Association

Member

1991 - Present

West Virginia State Bar

Member

2003 - 2006

Harrison County Bar Association

Board 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

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