About David

David DeFazio brings extensive experience in complex divorce litigation and family law matters. His strategic approach and attention to detail have earned him a reputation as a skilled negotiator and litigator.

Education

University of Richmond School of Law

Juris Doctor

Class of 1998

Hampden-Sydney College

Economics and Philosophy

Class of 1995

United States Army Military Police School

Military Police Training

Attended Ft. McClellan, Alabama

Bar Admissions

Supreme Court of Virginia

Court of Appeals of Virginia

Federal District Court, Eastern Division

All Virginia Trial Courts

Professional Experience

Senior Attorney

Friedman Law Firm, P.C.

2020 – Present

Managing Attorney

DeFazio Bal, P.C.

2013 – 2020

Attorney

Barnes & Diehl, P.C.

2006 – 2012

Attorney

Counsel Press LLC

2003 – 2006

Attorney

Friedman Legal Group

2002 – 2003

Attorney

Rod Sager and Associates

2001 – 2002

Attorney

Jenkins Block and Associates

1999 – 2001

Attorney

Collins & DeFazio PLLC

1998 – 1999

Awards, Recognitions, & Achievements

Selected to Super Lawyers (2013-2025)Rising Stars Super Lawyers (2008-2012)Legal Elite in Virginia Business (2020-2024)Lawyers of Distinction Family and Divorce Law (2019)American Institute of Trial Attorneys Family Law Litigator of the Year (2019)

Memberships

Chesterfield County Bar, Past President

Richmond Bar Association

Metro Richmond Family Bar

Practice Areas

Complex DivorceHigh-Asset DivorceBusiness ValuationChild CustodyDivorceSpousal SupportProtective OrdersOrder ModificationEquitable DistributionSeparation AgreementsCriminal DefenseMediationSupport MattersNo Fault DivorceAppeals

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