Top Rated Richmond City County, VA Child Custody Lawyers

In Richmond City County, Virginia, there are 50 child custody lawyers available with 385+ reviews, ratings and specialties. Best‑reviewed attorneys appear first. Cities within the county are listed below for a more focused search.

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Richmond City County Has 50 Child Custody Attorneys with 385 Reviews

Richmond City County Child Custody Attorney

Child Custody Lawyer Licensed for 15 years

Practice Areas: Child Custody, Divorce & Separation, Family and more

Bio: Erica Giovanni Baez focuses her practice on family law. Erica understands the exceptionally difficult emotional, spiritual, and financial challenges often presented by divorce and other domestic relations matters. Her vast litigation experience gu...

Rating: 6.8

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Richmond City County Child Custody Attorney

Child Custody Lawyer Licensed for 12 years

Practice Areas: Child Custody, Divorce & Separation, Child Support and more

Bio: Rebecca L. Zimmerman is the Owner of the Law Office of Rebecca L. Zimmerman, PLLC, a family law and domestic relations law practice in Richmond, Virginia. Ms. Zimmerman exclusively practices family law and has been representing and advising client...

Rating: 8.8

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Child Custody Lawyers in Richmond City County, VA

Child custody lawyers represent parents in establishing physical and legal custody arrangements, parenting time, and visitation schedules. They advocate for the child’s best interests, draft parenting plans, negotiate agreements or mediate disputes, and present evidence in family court. When circumstances change, these attorneys seek modifications or enforcement of custody orders.

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Child Custody

Child custody lawyers represent parents in establishing physical and legal custody arrangements, parenting time, and visitation schedules. They advocate for the child’s best interests, draft parenting plans, negotiate agreements or mediate disputes, and present evidence in family court. When circumstances change, these attorneys seek modifications or enforcement of custody orders.

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Richmond City County Child Custody Attorney

Child Custody Lawyer Licensed for 21 years

Practice Areas: Child Custody, Divorce & Separation, Child Support and more

Bio: Nupur Bal is a Shareholder at Bowen Ten Long & Bal, P.C. She concentrates her practice in family law and divorce including child and spousal support, asset distribution, premarital and postnuptial agreements, and Qualified Domestic Relations Order...

Rating: 10

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Richmond City County Child Custody Attorney

Child Custody Lawyer Licensed for 21 years

Practice Areas: Child Custody, Divorce & Separation

Bio: As Vice-President and shareholder of Barnes & Diehl, P.C. I focus my practice on all areas of family law. I am a former forensic and clinical psychologist for the Central Intelligence Agency, the Federal Correctional Institution in Butner, North C...

Rating: 10

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Richmond City County Child Custody Attorney

Child Custody Lawyer Licensed for 12 years

Practice Areas: Child Custody, Divorce & Separation, Criminal Defense and more

Bio: Jesse Baez is a highly experienced trial lawyer offering a strong track record of courtroom success. Jesse practices in the areas of family law, criminal law, and personal injury. Jesse understands the difficult challenges and stressors when faced...

Rating: 8.0

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Richmond City County Child Custody Attorney

Child Custody Lawyer Licensed for 21 years

Practice Areas: Child Custody, Divorce & Separation, Alimony and more

Bio: My practice is limited to family law matters, including divorce, equitable distribution, qualified domestic relations orders, custody, visitation, child support, spousal support, and protective orders.

Rating: 10

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Richmond City County Child Custody Attorney

Child Custody Lawyer Licensed for 15 years

Practice Areas: Child Custody, Family, Bankruptcy & Debt and more

Bio: Syreeta Bailey Stewart, Esq. is an active member of her professional community focused on providing excellent client service. A proud “double-Spider,” Ms. Stewart graduated with cum laude honors from the University of Richmond’s T.C. Williams Scho...

Rating: 7.8

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Richmond City County Child Custody Attorney

Child Custody Lawyer Licensed for 12 years

Practice Areas: Child Custody, Family, Child Support and more

Bio: Charles D. Hatley, Esq. is the Chief Executive Officer of Melone Hatley P.C., where he combines visionary leadership with entrepreneurial drive to shape the firm’s growth, strategy, and culture. Recognized for building high-performing teams and fo...

Rating: 9.0

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Richmond City County Child Custody Attorney

Child Custody Lawyer Licensed for 16 years

Practice Areas: Child Custody, Personal Injury, Criminal Defense and more

Bio: It's an honor and a privilege to be a member of the Virginia State Bar, and I awake thankful everyday that I'm a lawyer with the opportunity to help people in need. Whether you've received a speeding ticket, you've been charged with a serious felo...

Rating: 7.1

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Richmond City County Child Custody Attorney

Child Custody Lawyer Licensed for 11 years

Practice Areas: Child Custody, Divorce & Separation, Child Support and more

Bio: I was born in Alexandria, Virginia and my family moved to Richmond when I was 8 months old. I attended St. Catherine's School for 13 years and studied history and romance languages at Sweet Briar College. Between college and law school, I worked a...

Rating: 8.4

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Richmond City County Child Custody Attorney

Child Custody Lawyer Licensed for 30 years

Practice Areas: Child Custody, Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI and more

Review: "I highly recommend Bender Elliot; when I first contacted Mr. Elliot he listened to my entire situation and offered advice before any mention of a payment. My case was affected by both Covid and a change in the laws surrounding my case between cour..."

Rating: 8.3

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Richmond City County Child Custody Attorney

Child Custody Lawyer Licensed for 25 years

Practice Areas: Child Custody, Family, Business and more

Bio: I spent most of the last 16 years as a partner in one of the largest law firms in the country. I worked on everything from small commercial disputes to multi-national transactions and have appeared in courts or other tribunals in more than 20 stat...

Rating: 7.8

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Richmond City County Child Custody Attorney

Child Custody Lawyer Licensed for 16 years

Practice Areas: Child Custody, Family, Alimony and more

Review: "No one ever expects to need a family law attorney but if you do, I highly recommend Dawn South. Dawn South is truly in a league of her own. Words cannot express the depth of gratitude and respect I have for her. Dawn South’s knowledge of family la..."

Rating: 7.4

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Richmond City County Child Custody Attorney

Child Custody Lawyer Licensed for 17 years

Practice Areas: Child Custody, Divorce & Separation, Alimony and more

Bio: Anne Roddy grew up in California and she received her undergraduate degree in Political Science and Public Law from the University of California, San Diego. After college, Anne moved to Richmond, Virginia and attended the University of Richmond, T...

Rating: 8.7

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Richmond City County Child Custody Attorney

Child Custody Lawyer Licensed for 24 years

Practice Areas: Child Custody, General Practice, Divorce & Separation

Bio: I personally handle all aspects of my clients’ cases from the initial consultation to trial. I take great pride in the personal attention I am able to give to each client and I am never too busy to answer your calls. I understand how important you...

Rating: 6.5

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Richmond City County Child Custody Attorney

Child Custody Lawyer Licensed for 30 years

Practice Areas: Child Custody, Criminal Defense, Divorce & Separation and more

Review: "I highly recommend attorney Barbara Earp. She represented my family in two separate cases, and in both situations she was extremely professional, responsive, and attentive. Barbara consistently took the time to explain everything clearly, making s..."

Rating: 7.2

Call for a FREE consultation(804) 626-5161

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Richmond City County Child Custody Attorney

Child Custody Lawyer Licensed for 7 years

Practice Areas: Child Custody, Divorce & Separation, Family

Bio: Emily Messer is an attorney practicing exclusively family law. Her practice covers every type of family law matter in Virginia, including separation, divorce, custody, visitation, and support cases. Originally from New Jersey, Ms. Messer graduated...

Rating: 8.1

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Richmond City County Child Custody Attorney

Child Custody Lawyer Licensed for 31 years

Practice Areas: Child Custody, Education, Family and more

Review: "I hired Mrs. Hart to represent me for a custody case, and she went above and beyond with the court process. She has been my lawyer for the last 2 years for various custody issues, and always advises me in the right direction. She is smart, trust w..."

Rating: 7.6

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Richmond City County Child Custody Attorney

Child Custody Lawyer Licensed for 9 years

Practice Areas: Child Custody, Family, Speeding & Traffic Ticket and more

Bio: Chris Leslie studied at the University of Leeds, and University of Nottingham before earning his J.D. from the University of Richmond in 2016. Chris' career has focused on family law, assisting clients involving any combination of divorce, custody...

Rating: 6.5

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Richmond City County Child Custody Attorney

Child Custody Lawyer Licensed for 24 years

Practice Areas: Child Custody, Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI and more

Bio: I'm an aggressive criminal defense and domestic relations attorney. I have handled every type of criminal and traffic case from Speeding, DUI, and Driving Suspended to Murder and Rape. I understand how important your rights are and will do everyth...

Rating: 10

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