Dana Lauren Tapper

Dana Lauren Tapper

4.9
Rating: 1.0

Licensed for 12 years

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This lawyer was disciplined by a state licensing authority in 2019
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Licenses

Licensed in District of Columbia for 11 years

State: District of Columbia

Acquired: 2015

Disbarred

Lawyer disciplined by state licensing authority in 2019

Licensed in Virginia for 12 years

State: Virginia

Acquired: 2013

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Lawyer disciplined by state licensing authority in 2018

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Dana Lauren Tapper's Reviews

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4.9 /5.0

29 Client Reviews

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Posted by Rathana | April 12, 2017 | Hired Attorney

Excellent lawyer

Miss Dana saved my daughter's life . I don't have no word to express my gratitude to her. She's a wonderful human being and a great lawyer . She went beyond her time to help us .what made me to think miss Dana is a excellent lawyer because she takes time to listen to us and find a solution to help ...us and anyway she can . She works with her heart . I can't thank her enough .I hope my review 'll help you to ease your worry . .

Posted by anonymous | April 05, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Juvenile

Wonderful

Dana was very responsive and helpful, and also clearly sharp and knowledgeable as well. She seems to truly care about her clients. I would highly recommend her for anyone dealing with a juvenile case. If you are, like me, reading reviews on this site because your kid has unexpectedly gotten into tro...uble and you have no clue what to do, give her a chance. She's pretty incredible.

Posted by Sonny | March 09, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

No Short Review Title Could Ever Describe All The Amazing Things She is. There is no one better, I'd bet the farm on it.

First, Ms. Tapper was instrumental in saving and restoring my life. I have thought long and hard on what I would say to those in need of a lawyer because I know from my own experiences that it means you're burdened with events in your life. That's why this review is so important, it's for you, not Ms.... Tapper. After almost a week of contemplating this post, still the first thing I can say is "Wow". What a POWERHOUSE - of intelligence, skill, compassion, passion, experience, love; I mean the kind that really, deep down to their soul, good people extend to others, fight; the ferocious never quit fight, the world champion first round knock out kind of fight, perseverance, persistence, out of the box thinking, in the box thinking and so much more - Ms. Tapper is. I had a double felony case and despite what actually happened the night in question, the prosecutor had video evidence of only the last few seconds of a fight and none of the fights leading up to, the assaults by the "victim" and his relentless desire for a fight. It didn't look good for me by way of the evidence. But thanks to Ms. Tapper the truth was exposed and now I am moving forward in my life putting this behind me. Which is exactly where you want to be, which is exactly why you'll hire Ms. Tapper. What you have to know is not only was she an absolute vital member of the defense, but is such a caring and compassionate person, she alleviated all the angst and fear I had leading up to trial. She is calming, she speaks intelligently to you but not over your head, she vests herself into her cases putting her clients before herself. Ms. Tapper is so sharp, so smart, so brilliant, so knowledgeable of the law, case law, procedures, and processess that you'd be a damn fool to not hire her based on that alone. She is going places, not because she works to serve her self but because she selflessly works for others, because its who she is, it's her core value system. You can read that on her from the moment you meet her. Rarely, if ever, would you find someone with all these attributes you'd want in your defense lawyer and they still retain that "heart of gold" that so many others have stated she has. Go on, read her reviews. Every one is ecstatic she came into their lives, and they should be! They were in a moment of crisis so who better to have on your side? She serves your legal needs and attends to the human needs of processing and compartmentalizing what's going on, while helping you prepare yourself and family. So let's do a pro's and cons. Cons: She's young. Really, that's all you got? She's young? That is one of her pro's! She is young and hungry, she has the energy required to handle your life's crisis. She is so bright, so crisp, so switched on, you'd think she's had 4 life times experience in her career. This is proven by the law firms and lawyers that are absolute institutions and dynasties in Virginia Courtrooms who have aligned themselves with Ms. Tapper because they see what all of Ms. Tapper's clients have seen in her. Birds of a feather, greatness aligns with greatness. Honestly 4000 characters isn't enough space to tell you all the reasons you should hire Ms. Tapper because in preparing to write this testimony I saw the many testimonies that have been shared that align exactly with what I am telling you. Then I came across her accolades, and how she was serving our nations youth. Ms. Tapper is amazing and she is unlike most other people in this world. She does what she says, says what she means, and acts selflessly. She's better than you, she's better than me, but she'll never acknowledge it. She stays humble. Honestly, I am sorry you're reading this because it means you're in need and hurting. I'm also glad you're reading this because it means you need to. What you do next is crucial and life changing, make the right decision, Hire Ms. Tapper, then when its all over, tell everyone else in need how amazing your experience was.

Posted by Christopher | February 16, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Toughest lawyer out there

I was charged with multiple charges..got screwed over by two other lawyers. I was referred to her because I heard she was a fighter. That she was! Countless times the prosecutor and the judge were trying to seek a lesser charge, but she wasn't letting me leave that room with any kind of record! The... risk was high but she took it anyways and fought through it . I sat back in my chair and watched her fight for me to the judge and the prosecutor. She is no kidding one of the best people I've ever met my life and she won't let you down she'll beat the odds and get u out of that court room! (She was also on the Ellen show!!)

Posted by anonymous | February 05, 2017 | Hired Attorney

Review

My initial conversation yielded immediate trust. She spoke with my son and for the very first time he left feeling assured that everything would be handled. She immediately made me feel at ease.

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Dana Lauren Tapper's Lawyer Endorsements

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Andrew Cornick

Family lawyer | Aug 10

Relationship: Supervised lawyer

"Dana puts her heart and soul into every case she has, and she treats her clients like family. Not a week goes by that I am not stopped by a another lawyer, bailiff, or court employee, and told what an excellent job she does. I'm proud to have her with this firm."

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Margaret Davis

Criminal defense lawyer | Apr 12

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Brilliant lawyer and full of compassion. One of the best."

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Essic Hairston

Juvenile law lawyer | Aug 18

Relationship: Supervised lawyer

"I endorse this lawyer. Dana is a very passionate and qualified lawyer/advocate in matters related to juveniles. I highly recommend and endorse her for juvenile law."

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Thaddeus Furlong

Criminal defense lawyer | Aug 06

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer without reservation. She gives each case her personal, focused attention and goes the extra mile to maximize case outcomes to benefit her clients. Sharp, successful and a straight shooter she is a good choice for criminal defense."

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Dennis Whelan

Litigation lawyer

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Christopher Reyes

Criminal defense lawyer

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Thaddeus Furlong

Criminal defense lawyer

Experience

Rating:  1.0 (Extreme Caution)

Professional misconduct

This lawyer was disciplined by a state licensing authority in 2019.

Reciprocal - Disbarment issued in DC, 2019

updated on 02/16/2022

This means that the attorney's misconduct in another state, or jurisdiction, also violated the rules for practicing law in District of Columbia Bar.

Suspension issued in DC, 2018

updated on 07/27/2022

Suspension means an attorney lost his or her license to practice law for a period of time. The attorney typically returns to practicing law when the suspension expires.

Consent To Revocation issued in VA, 2018

updated on 02/16/2022

This means the attorney resigned in order to avoid having his or her license revoked by the State Bar. A license "Revocation" is the most serious penalty for a lawyer.

Honors

2015

Clients' Choice Award, Avvo

2013

Pro Bono Certificate of Recognition, University of Virginia School of Law

2012

Claire Corcoran Award, University of Virginia School of Law

2010

Honor Society Member, Phi Beta Kappa

2008

James B. Angell Scholar, University of Michigan

2007

William J. Branstrom Freshman Prize, University of Michigan

Work Experience

2018 - 2018

Attorney, Charles C. Cosby, Jr., PC

2016 - 2018

Attorney, Tapper Law, PLLC

2015 - 2016

Associate, Spencer, Meyer, Koch & Cornick, PLC

2014 - 2015

Assistant Public Defender, Office Of The Public Defender

2013 - 2014

Staff Attorney, Virginia Legal Aid Society

2012 - 2013

Child Advocacy Clinic, University of Virginia School of Law

2012 - 2012

Law Clerk, Public Defender Service For The District Of Columbia

2011 - 2012

Legal Intern, Charlottesville-Albemarle Public Defenders Office

2008 - 2009

Capital Trial Assistance Unit, Illinois Office of the State Appellate Defender

Associations

2012 - Present

Virginia Law Public Service Mentoring Program

Co-Founder

2014 - 2018

U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Virginia

Admitted to Practice

2014 - 2018

U.S. District Court, Western District of Virginia

Admitted to Practice

2014 - 2018

U.S. Court of Appeals, Fourth Circuit

Admitted to Practice

2014 - 2014

Danville Bar Association

Law Day Chair

2014 - 2018

Virginia State Bar, Criminal Law Section

Member

2013 - 2014

Virginia CARES

Board Member

2013 - 2014

Task Force to Improve the Quality & Availability of Support Services in Danville & Pittsylvania County

Board Member

2013 - 2018

Virginia State Bar

Member

2012 - 2013

UVA Law Public Interest Law Association

Membership Director

Education

2013

University of Virginia School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

2010

University of Michigan, Ann Arbor

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2016

Gayle Middle School Mock Trial

2014

Law Day Law Day

Publications

Languages

English

Activity

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