After having negative experiences with other attorneys in the Richmond area, we hired DeFazio Bal…read moreto take over our case in family court. Mary McLaurin went above and beyond to make sure we got a favorable outcome. Her key attention to details in reviewing documents was part of major successes throughout litigation. Her professionalism and extensive knowledge of the law was impressive. She took the time to go through every outcome and scenario possible in our case explaining all of the pros/cons along the way. Most importantly, as her clients, we felt heard and understood about our endgame throughout settlement negotiations. She fought for us every step of the way and in the end we couldn't be more satisfied with the result. Highly recommend Mary and the Defazio Bal Firm. Nupur and Dottie were instrumental in our case as well.

I hired David DeFazio in 2015 to help me with my divorce. I happened to be out of the state at the…read moretime. He proved to be the worst attorney I could possibly have hired. He wouldn't respond to emails or telephone calls. It seemed that every time we did talk, he had no idea what our last correspondence was. He was discourteous and unprofessional. I feel that the guidance that I needed from him was non-existent and that I ended up giving much more up to my ex-wife than I had to. If anyone ever asks me about him, I'll be more than happy to share my terrible experience with them. If I could give zero stars here, I would. I'm having to re-start my life in much more of a deficit position than I would if he had done his job.

I never thought I would offer to pay an attorney for a free consultation but in this instance I…read moredid. (My offer to pay was denied as I was reminded it was a free consultation.) However, Attorney Andrea Shaia Bade went over and above during my free consultation at her firm. She was thorough, timely, and professional in reviewing my landlord tenant issue which was complicated for me. She simplified the issues at hand so I could clearly determine my next step. What I found unique from other law firms was the honest opinion provided with absolutely no pressure to engage their services after my free consultation. I would highly recommend this firm for your legal needs.

Mr. Shaia is a jewel because he is an excellent attorney with a heart. He was very open with me…read morethat he could not speak for what I do as a bookkeeper but he could address my engagement letter as a legal document. He was very thorough in his explanation on what he was doing or suggesting for my protection which was comforting. And he could have charged me much more but he stuck to our original verbal agreement. A man of integrity, for sure.

Attorney Dorothy M. Eure handled my divorce with professionalism, patience, honesty, and care from…read morestart to finish. Divorce is never easy, but she helped me get through a very difficult season with clear guidance, steady communication, and real knowledge of the process. What stood out to me most was her personality. She is delightful, charmingly funny, and has a way of making a stressful situation feel lighter while still remaining completely professional. She loves to smile and laugh, and her conversations feel like turning lemons into lemonade. She was also honest about the price and upfront costs. There were no hidden fees, no surprises, and everything was explained clearly. I appreciated that she was direct, respectful, and made sure I understood what was happening at each step. I am truly thankful for Attorney Eure's help and would recommend Dorothy M. Eure to anyone who needs a knowledgeable, dependable, and compassionate divorce attorney. Thank you, Attorney Eure, for helping me through this chapter of my life.

I was referred to this office by a coworker that had used her services…read more When I contacted Attorney Eure, she provided me with the information that I needed to get my divorce started. She was able to answer my questions satisfactorily. I retained Attorney Eure and went through the process without any issues. If you and your spouse agree to an uncontested divorce, I recommend Attorney Eure.

Richard Locke is the best lawyer in Virginia. He helped me win custody of my son back after a judge…read morewrongfully took it away. He's a shark in the courtroom and worth every penny. HIGHLY RECOMMEND!!

My wife and I worked with Colleen Quinn and her paralegal Charli (CharSalle) on my daughter's…read moreinternational re-adoption. We are in Fairfax, VA and they were happy to work with us even though we weren't local to them. Everything was done by email and mail. They answered all of our questions in a timely manner and were very knowledgeable about the process. We worked almost entirely with Charli after the initial emails and phone calls and she was great to work with. They filed all of our paperwork with our court, everything went smoothly, and we received our Final Order. Charli has always kept us in the loop about the process and sent us updates. We mailed original documents back and forth without any issue. Their legal fee was very competitive and better than most attorneys in our own area. We are very pleased with their work and assistance in getting our adoption finalized. I wouldn't hesitate to recommend them to anyone. Thank you!

After having negative experiences with other attorneys in the Richmond area, we hired DeFazio Bal…read moreto take over our case in family court. Mary McLaurin went above and beyond to make sure we got a favorable outcome. Her key attention to details in reviewing documents was part of major successes throughout litigation. Her professionalism and extensive knowledge of the law was impressive. She took the time to go through every outcome and scenario possible in our case explaining all of the pros/cons along the way. Most importantly, as her clients, we felt heard and understood about our endgame throughout settlement negotiations. She fought for us every step of the way and in the end we couldn't be more satisfied with the result. Highly recommend Mary and the Defazio Bal Firm. Nupur and Dottie were instrumental in our case as well.

Jennifer Wilkie was an absolute angel during one of the hardest times in my life. As a School…read moreCounselor in alternative education, I spend my days guiding and helping others through their challenges, so when Jennifer (aka Jenny) offered her help to me, my heart melted. You never know how or when a blessing from God will appear -- and she truly was one. As someone who deeply supports all public servants, especially those working in education, she felt it was her duty to help those who shape our daily lives and the future generations to come. Her kindness, patience, and calm guidance brought me peace when I needed it most. I'll forever be grateful for her compassion and the light she brought into such a difficult time.

I hired Shields Law Firm to represent me regarding custody of my child. The experience and care…read morethat Bill and Jennifer brought was very comforting. I am grateful that I had that with me going into such a difficult experience.

He is NOT a criminal defense attorney! Lack of communication…read moreuntil it's time to walk into court Never signed a retainer He couldn't produce any proof of the work he did on the case He refunded my money due to his lack of representation He had other clients personal information out and visible Doesn't ensure that you understand what's going on We only met with him once for him to suggest taking a plea

Very very, outstanding out come on my case, very good, Office staff the staff that makes you feel…read moreright at home, I highly recommend them.

M. Vanzile represents. No nonsense. No drama. Excellent attorney. My soon to be ex wife is not in a…read moreposition to screw me. M. Houyong is a true professional. He knows the judicial system, and everything and everyone throughout Richmond. Barnes and Deihle are not cheap, but their expertise and experience pays off in spades. I have spent at least $20k over the past 2 years in a knock-down drag- out divorce, and have not gone to jail, gone bankrupt, or had to pay my wife for anything. Divorce sucks... But, B&D will take you to the other side without losing anything you're not willing to forsake. Best family law firm in central VA.

My sister passed away and her husband decided to take their only child together away from our…read morefamily for two years. We needed a top notch law firm to represent our family law case. We knew this was going to be a tough case and our chances of winning was not good at all. Parents have more rights than aunts, grandparents etc.. Just because you are a grandmother or aunt is not good enough in the eye's of the court. You have to prove a lot in court and it is not easy at all. We started at ground zero and we were devastated. We searched for a law firm that could represent this special type of case that we were up against. We researched and contacted Barnes & Diehl in Chesterfield VA. We were represented by Mr. John Karanian who put together a magnificent case. He worked diligently and as a result...We won!!! Mr. Karanian is outstanding as an individual. Mr. Karanian is very professional, works very hard for his clients, keeps clients updated, and he never disappointed us. We now have visitation and it would not have been possible without Mr. Karanian. If you feel like you are up against the odds, we can assure you that there is hope at Barnes & Diehl with John Karanian.