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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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5
Licenses
Licensed in West Virginia for 34 years
State: West Virginia
Acquired: 1991
No misconduct found
Licensed in Pennsylvania for 41 years
State: Pennsylvania
Acquired: 1984
No misconduct found
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Debra V. Chafin's Reviews
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Recommendation (28)
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Showing 1 - 3 of 3 reviews | Litigation
Posted by Chris | February 03, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Litigation
Changed the trajectory of my life
You know she's good when other lawyers recommend her. Mrs. Chafin is the consummate professional but with an edge that compounds her firm's decades of experience. As a man who was resigned to settling for a song, Mrs. Chafin and staff helped me to recognize my worth as a human, and fought literally...
Posted by Frieda | September 14, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Litigation
Professional
From the consultation through The trial process Debra was professional and personable guiding us every step through the process and looking out for our best interest to protect us and our case. We really felt Debra and her office were pulling for us through all of it.
Posted by Tammy | October 23, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Litigation
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...
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