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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
2025 2024 2023
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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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Showing 1 - 1 of 1 review | Business
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.
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