Dana Lauren Tapper

Dana Lauren Tapper

4.9
Rating: 1.0

Licensed for 12 years

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Reason: Not Practicing
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

Avvo Review Score

4.9 /5.0

29 Client Reviews

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Showing 1 - 4 of 4 reviews | Trustworthiness

Posted by anonymous | June 26, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Complete Let Down

Dana spoke with me two total times on the phone, the conversation was more about her social life and herself. She continued to reassured me my charges would be dropped, I had nothing to worry about. I meet her for the first time the day of court and she THEN explains there is nothing she can do, I ha...ve to plead guilty or go before a Grand Jury. She was all talk and a complete let down. She lied! Put me on the spot right before I was going into court! She is more worried about her jail visits and her life, she obviously cared nothing about mine.... Horrible Lawyer!

Posted by Jackie | May 17, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Fantastic lawyer

Me and my boyfriend hired Dana cause we heard she was a good lawyer and she will fight for her clients. My boyfriend was facing years for charges that he had gotten and the other lawyer he had was not trying to help him. Dana faught for him in every possible way she could. She really does care about ...her clients she's not there just to make money and tell u wat u want to hear. I would definitely recommend her for any case that u need a lawyer for, she's kind and her heart is in the right place.

Posted by Chris | September 30, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Dana Tapper, the BEST lawyer with a heart of gold!

I have been working with attorneys as a paralegal for over a decade now. I have met all types of attorneys; good, bad, and mediocre. So, I know from both my professional and personal experience, that Dana Tapper is truly an OUTSTANDING attorney, and definitely the BEST that I have ever met! Dana i...s that one sincerely rare attorney that really cares about you and your case! That’s not just lip-service from her; she is absolutely authentic, genuine, and full of passion to represent her clients. She became an attorney because she actually wants to use her law degree to help people, and give back to society. She will treat you like family, and handle your case like her own life depended on it. She shows up every day, and gives 100% of herself both professionally and personally, and as a result, she makes everyone in her profession look good to the world! Indeed, she will always put others first long before she even thinks about herself. She profoundly has her heart in helping people, and not only that, she has the superb and impeccable knowledge, skill, talent, and experience to handle any case. There are attorneys out there who care, but are bad at being attorneys. There are others that are good at being attorneys, but don’t care. The rest are in the middle and just do enough to get by. This is what makes Dana an amazing attorney and the best out there: she is unbelievably self-less and undeniably deeply cares from the bottom of her heart, AND also has the great professional abilities as an exceptional attorney to back up her passion! She is the complete package. She has helped me in two legal matters now, both with completely successful outcomes. The last case that she handled for me recently concluded, and was a serious criminal matter. From the moment I first contacted her she handled everything, and followed through on all of her promises. She not only took care of my case, she made sure that my family and I were alright, and continues to be involved and follow-up after my case was concluded, even though she doesn’t have to. I thought that my case was unwinnable, but she found a way to defend me and get me an outcome that was much better than I could have ever expected. I will forever be grateful to her. In watching her work, I could witness first hand her skill, professionalism, and passion shine through, as she worked tirelessly at all hours, including weekends, to represent me and take care of me. She left no stone unturned trying to find a solution to my case, and guided me every step of the way. Despite the fact that I could go to jail if I lost my case, I really felt at ease and completely safe with her by my side. I trusted her with my life and my future, and would do so again in a heartbeat. This is not something I say lightly, as I trust very few people in my life, and even fewer attorneys. So believe me, to give this endorsement means that I unreservedly have faith in and believe in Dana! So, from the bottom of my heart, THANK YOU again Dana! I greatly appreciate you and everything that you have done more than you know. It means the world to me! Dana Tapper now has her own practice in Richmond, VA, which is named Tapper Law, PLLC. If you need representation for any criminal, divorce, family, traffic, or other legal matter, find her and contact her immediately. You will not regret it.

Posted by Tina | January 19, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

You want this lawyer in your corner

My husband and I live in Arizona but my husband had charges outstanding in Virginia. After hiring Dana, my husband turned himself in. This was a very complicated mess and he was facing many years in prison. Dana was amazing as she worked relentlessly on his case. Against all odds, she got my husb...and home on Christmas Eve and we have begun putting this nightmare behind our family. She moved mountains and all the while she kept me informed and did what she said she would do. In an over-crowded system where you tend to get forgotten, Dana can help you. She really cares about her clients as she is the one who will stay awake at night finding solutions to her client's issues. Hard to find, so if you need a fighter, this is your attorney. We are so very thankful that she was recommended to us. Hire her!

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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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Christopher Reyes

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Thaddeus Furlong

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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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