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Debra V. Chafin

4.9
63 reviews
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

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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%

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Platinum Client Champion
Distinguished Peer Review Rating

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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
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Debra V. Chafin's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.9 /5.0

63 Client Reviews

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Practice Areas
Divorce & Separation (33) Child Custody (19) Family (10) Lawsuits & Disputes (7) Domestic Violence (3) Litigation (3) Alimony (2) Appeals (2) Adoption (1) Business (1) Child Support (1) Tax (1)
What Clients Mention
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)

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Posted by Debbie | September 23, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Divorce/Contempt

I would highly recommend Debra Chafin. She, along with her staff, were very professional and thorough. She addressed all the issues and answered my many questions. She was well prepared for the hearing, which eased my mind tremendously. A hearing is not something a person wants to go through in t...heir life but with Debra, she made the process less stressful. I would definitely recommend her as a lawyer for anyone in need of a lawyer.

Posted by Shantelle | July 31, 2020 | Hired Attorney

Recommended

Her and her team are excellent. They worked hard to get things taken care of as quickly and efficiently as possible. She worked hard to get what I deserved and answered all my crazy questions.

Posted by Donny | March 19, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Business

THIS IS THE ONE!

Debra Chafin is the best Attorney I’ve ever hired. She is dedicated and always prepared. Debra does her research thoroughly. If you are looking for the best attorney this is the one to hire. She has always taken care of my business in the most professional manner and has never disappointed me.

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 Bobby | May 21, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody

Excellent and caring

Debra represented me in a recent custody dispute. She is very efficient and caring and will always work for you to win your case.

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Debra V. Chafin's Lawyer Endorsements

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Family lawyer | May 18

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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

3

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
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