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Gerald Richard Curran

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Rating: 8.5

Licensed for 35 years

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Licensed in Virginia for 34 years

State: Virginia

Acquired: 1991

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Licensed in Pennsylvania for 35 years

State: Pennsylvania

Acquired: 1990

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Gerald Richard Curran's Reviews

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4.3 /5.0

6 Client Reviews

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Posted by Octavian | December 19, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody

Best lawyer for family law and child custody

In the hardest time of my life, I've got lucky to be represented in the court of Fairfax VA by the best lawyers ever ! This is Gerald Curran, Carl “CJ” Schoenherr, Melissa Rose, Delshawn Y. Ray. They worked together as a team to save my Daughter. My Daughter was in dangerous to be taken away from me ...by my ex wife parents (my ex had mental problems), they hired secretly one of the best lawyers in the area to make sure they will win. The opposite counsel was David Clerk, smart lawyer but was not nice of him to listening my ex and apply in the court for sole custody of my 3 years old daughter. I was really impressed by the team Work of Gerry Curran and on time help for me, i was prepared for deposition and i was prepared for the court by them. Its hard to imagine my situation of our daughter custody without Gerry s representation. 2018 th year was a really hard year for me and i guess for lawyers was too, but we did it! and we won !!! I've got the primary physical custody of my little girl. If Gerry Curran will tell you he is an expensive lawyer , don't listening him, he deserves more money for what he do, and he is doing honestly and professionally. Its rare to find a professional lawyer and with big Soul! That's him Gerry Curran and CJ. Usually lawyers don't have emotional attachment to the client, in order to be professional and be neutral, but Gerry will listening you and understand you! Many facts are really hard to proof in the court without records but in my case Gerry Curran with Carl Schoenherr founded a way to proof and save my daughter. In the court i was impressed by the team work of Gerald Curran with Carl Schoenherr (CJ), time of speech was limited, i didn't get a chance to speak even, Carl Schoenherr was making sure Gerry Curran will speak all we have to speak in front of the judge, making quickly notice in case he miss something. For people who don't know what is to go in the court without a lawyer i will advice never go without a lawyer, otherwise the judge won't ask you even your name, you will automatically lose the case even if you are right in the same case. And hiring an experienced lawyer like Gerald Curran and Carl Schoenherr is mandatory in order to win or too keep the case under legal control and representation in the court. I will highly recommend Curran Moher Weis, in special Gerald Curran With Carl Schoenherr. Thank you a lot for saving my daughter's life and my life! God bless you for what you do ! keep doing because the healthy family and happy kids are the most important reason for our life! and don't let mean people to get the power over the little kids teaching them bad thinks as a normal thinks. Now im a single dad but a very happy single dad that i saved my child from a mental disordered mom and her mean step father and mean mom.

Posted by anonymous | September 08, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Superior Litigator, Creative Negotiator

I highly recommend Gerald "Jerry" Curran and his staff for complex litigation needs. Jerry was able to synthesize a tremendous amount of information regarding custody issues and equitable distribution and get me the most positive outcome. i appreciated his creativity in trying to get to settlement ...on some tough issues but also his frankness in keeping my expectation in check on issues that needed to be resolved through the litigation process. I couldn't have asked for more effective counsel at trial. I credit Mr. Curran and his team with providing me with a negotiated custody order that was tailored to the unique situation in my family. And while I hoped to avoid trial, the outcome was better than any counteroffer my ex-spouse presented me with. If you have a complex case or are involved in a high conflict divorce, Mr. Curran is the attorney you want to hire here in Northern Virginia. I would not hesitate to recommend him for any family matters. In fact, I already have.

Posted by anonymous | April 28, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Very Poor Divorce Financial settlement

I hired Mr. Curran and his law firm recently for my divorce . I am sorry I did. The financial settlement Mr. Curran negotiated was very poor. I do not recommend Mr. Curran for complex financial settlements.

Posted by anonymous | October 11, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Outstanding Guidance, Judgment, and Advocacy

Jerry represented me in a four-year long divorce and spousal support proceeding. After attempts to negotiate and mediate a resolution, the matter required a four-day trial in the Fairfax Circuit Court. At all times, Jerry gave clear, rock solid advice; demonstrated sound judgment at pivotal points ...in the matter; and was a fantastic advocate in court who had the respect of the judge. He was accessible to me throughout the process, answered all of my questions, and helped me make good decisions. I was hoping to achieve a fair result, and thanks to Jerry and his trial team, we did. Jerry is the complete package -- expert knowledge of the law, an seasoned understanding of the tendencies of opposing counsel and the court, a realistic strategic vision, an understanding of what the client needs in order to participate effectively in the process, and excellent trial advocacy skills. This was an emotional and difficult process, and I am thankful I had Jerry by my side to guide me through it.

Posted by anonymous | July 13, 2014 | Divorce & Separation

Conscientious, Strategic, Knowledgeable

Mr. Curran was my divorce lawyer who negotiated the best Custody Agreement and Property Settlement Agreement for my minor child and me. I interviewed 5 lawyers prior to hiring Mr. Curran. I worked with one of the lawyers for 2 months before transferring to Mr. Curran’s practice. Mr. Curran possesses ...outstanding insight and communications skills. He always considered any concern I raised, made an effort to gain full understanding of the core of the concerns and addressed them to my satisfaction. During critical proceedings, Mr. Curran made himself available to answer questions and advise me well outside of regular workday hours. Throughout my divorce proceedings, Mr. Curran was diligent about keeping my child's best interest first and advising me accordingly. Throughout my high conflict divorce ordeal, I've felt that Mr. Curran provided me with the highest level of protection and advice. I felt that Mr. Curran had my back on all legal matters and I continue to have that confidence in him on handling post-settlement matters. I recommend Mr. Curran's service to anyone looking for a lawyer who is conscientious, strategic, delivers for his clients, and is extremely knowledgeable on family law.

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Experience

Rating:  8.5 (Excellent)

Honors

2015

Best Lawyer, Best Lawyers in America

2015

Super Lawyer, Virginia Super Lawyers

2014

Best Lawyer, Best Lawyers in America

2014

Super Lawyer, Virginia Super Lawyers

2013

Best Lawyer, Best Lawyers in America

2013

Super Lawyer, Virginia Super Lawyers

2012

Best Lawyer, Best Lawyers in America

2012

Super Lawyer, Virginia Super Lawyers

2011

Best Lawyer, Best Lawyers in America

2011

Super Lawyer, Virginia Super Lawyers

2010

Super Lawyer, Virginia Super Lawyers

2010

Best Lawyer, Best Lawyers in America

2009

Best Lawyer, Best Lawyers in America

2008

Best Lawyer, Best Lawyers in America

2007

Best Lawyer, Best Lawyers in America

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AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

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Top Lawyers, Northern Virginia Magazine

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