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Debra Desmore Corcoran
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Debra Desmore Corcoran

4.7
24 reviews

10132 West Broad Street, Glen Allen, VA 23060

Criminal Defense, Title IX Defense, Armed Robbery and 25 more

About Debra Desmore Corcoran

Ms. Corcoran is one of the few attorneys in the United States who holds both an advanced law degree (an LLM) in Litigation in addition to being certified by the State of Virginia to be Lead Counsel in Capital Murder cases.  She has handled cases ranging from mass tort litigation (representing well over a 100+ at a time) to difficult and technical sexual crimes (i.e., child pornography).  Ms. Corcoran exclusively handles clients criminally charged with serious crimes.  She is a member of the National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers and the American Academy of Forensic Science, representing clients in both Federal and State Courts.  She is also is willing to assist lawyers in other states and jurisdictions.

 

Debra Desmore Corcoran (Glen Allen, Virginia)

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Debra is a kickbutt lawyer 5 stars isnt enough for her . she is a dedicated fighter for her clients when most lawyers work day is done she keeps going . she is very organized super smart a fighter and she keeps in contact with her clients . if i ever need a kick butt lawyer debra will be the one i will hire again and again i have never had or seen a lawer work like debra , i thank god he has led us to meet without this lady i dont know where we would be ..if you need a kick butt lawyer and a fighter debra is the person to hire

 
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Areas of Law

  • Criminal Law 2
    • Drug Crimes
    • Sex Crimes
  • Domestic Violence
  • Other 25
    • Criminal Defense
    • Title IX Defense
    • Armed Robbery
    • Arson
    • Assault & Battery
    • Attempted Murder
    • Burglary
    • Sex Crime
    • Carjacking
    • Federal Crime
    • Violent Crime
    • Extortion
    • Felony Charges
    • Child Abuse
    • Forgery
    • Fraud
    • Hate Crimes
    • Hit & Run
    • Kidnapping
    • Murder
    • Manslaughter
    • Fugitive and Indictment Legal Assistance
    • SORNA Civil Commitment Cases
    • Theft Crimes
    • Pain Management or Addiction Treatment Doctor Defense

Practice Details

  • Languages
    English
  • Payment Information
    Payment & Cost Features
    Free initial consultation
    Fixed hourly rates
    Fixed fees available
    Accepted Credit Cards
    Other
  • Firm Information
    Position
    Founder
    Firm Name
    Law Office of Debra D. Corcoran
    Firm Onwership
    Minority Owned

Experience

  • Bar Admission & Memberships
    Admissions
    1990, Virginia
    U.S. District Court, Eastern and Western Districts of Virginia
    U.S. Court of Appeals, Fourth Circuit
    U.S. Court of Appeals, Second Circuit
    2022, Pennsylvania
    Memberships
    Virginia State Bar
    Virginia Trial Lawyers Association
    Association of Trial Lawyers of America (Member, Sections on: Criminal Law, Litigation, Personal Injury, Legal Technology)
    The Richmond Criminal Bar Association
    American Civil Liberties Union.
  • Education & Certifications
    Law School
    The George Washington School of Law
    Class of 2004
    LL.M.
    Litigation

    University of Richmond, T.C. Williams School of Law
    Class of 1989
    J.D.
    Other Education
    Northwestern State University
    Class of 1986
    B.A.
    Political Science
    Legal Certifications
    Certification in Cannabis Regulatory Law
  • Military Service
    U.S. Army, 1976-1978

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  • Is this attorney admitted to the bar in more than one state?
    Yes, Debra Desmore Corcoran is admitted to practice in Pennsylvania and Virginia.
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    Debra Desmore Corcoran is admitted to practice before the United States Court of Appeals for the Fourth Circuit and United States Court of Appeals for the Second Circuit.
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    Yes, Debra Desmore Corcoran offers fixed fees for certain legal services.
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    Yes, the firm Debra Desmore Corcoran is affiliated with is a minority owned business.

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