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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.
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State: West Virginia
Acquired: 1991
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State: Pennsylvania
Acquired: 1984
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63 Client Reviews
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Posted by anonymous | October 23, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
The Attorney Who Gave Me Hope and Helped Secure My Child's Safety
My divorce/custody was complex and, tragically, spanned over 1.5 years. After consulting with other lawyers who told me my desired outcome was impossible, Deb was the only professional who listened, had handled similar cases of emotional abuse and she offered a realistic path to hope of safety and we...
Posted by Chris | February 03, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
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 Whitney | August 17, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
Experienced Lawyer
I have used Debra for two cases; an appeal and a divorce. She is very thorough, knowledgeable, and straight to the point. She will fight for you in a strong professional manner. You can tell she has had many years of experience, and she understands the laws and how things work within the court system...
Posted by Brionna | May 05, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
Excellent Family Law Attorney
Our divorce was very lengthy due to multiple complex issues. Only a well trained, experienced, knowledge attorney could have handled this case. Long hours were devoted to me and my family for a desirable outcome. With the case that was presented to them and how it continued to unfold over the years, ...
Posted by Mark | November 25, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
Wonder Woman Divorce Attorney
From the first meeting till the final settlement totally timely, engaged and proactive. Knew her stuff. Coming out from the death of my spouse of 40 years, I didn't follow sage advise on healing and grieving. Found a person on line thirteen months after my wife passed we married. It was pretty mu...
Family lawyer
2018
Distinguished, Martindale-Hubbell
2017
Distinguished, Martindale-Hubbell
1995 - Present
Owner, The Law Office of Debra V. Chafin, PLLC
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
1984
JD - Juris Doctor
1981
BA - Bachelor of Arts
1983
The Farmers Tax Guide
English
Legal Answers
Can i get Contempt of court from exhubby for not allowing visitation when our divorce decree says as agreed upon
28 Sep 2017
How long does it take to get a divorce and/or legally separated in the state of West Virginia?
27 Sep 2017
Can I still file for a QDRO on my ex-husbands retirement after 30 years?
29 Sep 2017