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Whaley Paules, LLCAttorney
David Whaley
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David Whaley

4.7
5 reviews

100 West Franklin Street, Suite 301, Richmond, VA 23220

Criminal Defense and Personal Injury

About David Whaley

David Whaley is an attorney based in Richmond, Virginia. Here are some key details about his background, practice areas, honors and awards, representative cases, and professional associations:

Background:

Native of West Virginia.

Earned his law degree from the University of Richmond.

Founded the law firm of David Whaley LLC in Richmond in 1979, which is now known as Whaley Paules, LLC.

Practice Areas:

Focuses his practice in the areas of criminal defense and personal injury.

Honors and Awards:

Named to Super Lawyers in multiple years from 2009 to 2023.

Ranked Tier 1 Criminal Defense: General Practice in U.S. News - Best Lawyers® in 2021.

Named Lawyer of the Year, Criminal Defense: General Practice, by Best Lawyers® in 2021.

Recognized in The Best Lawyers in America for work in Criminal Defense: General Practice.

Holds the AV® Preeminent™ Martindale-Hubbell Peer Review Rating.

Representative Cases:

United States vs. Fulcher, 250 F. 3rd 244, United States Court of Appeals, 4th Circuit.

United States vs. Fulcher, 188 F. Supp. 2nd 627, United States District Court, Western District of Virginia.

Colonial First Properties vs. Henrico County VA, 166 F. Supp. 2nd 1071, United States District Court, Eastern District of Virginia.

Commonwealth v. Taylor, 256 Va. 514, and many others.

Professional Associations:

Richmond Bar Association.

Virginia Bar Association.

Virginia State Bar.

 

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Awards

Silver Client Champion
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Champion Badge Silver
AV Preeminent Peer Rated
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Champion Badge Silver

At least three reviews and a score of 4.0 or higher.

David Whaley got this award in 2021

Champion Badge Gold

At least six reviews and a score of 4.2 or higher.

Champion Badge Platinum

At least ten reviews and a score of 4.5 or higher.

Martindale Peer Awards

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Martindale-Hubbell Peer AV Preeminent Rating

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David Whaley got this award in 2021

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Distinguished: An excellent rating for a lawyer with some experience. This rating indicates the attorney is widely respected by their peers for high professional achievement and ethical standards.

Martindale-Hubbell Peer Notable Rating

Notable: This rating indicates that the lawyer has been recognized by a large number of their peers for strong ethical standards.

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Posted by anonymous
May 24, 2020
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Unfortunately I didn't have the money to hire a lawyer. Despite the fact that he knew I could not pay him, Mr. Whaley spoke at length with me and helped me immensely by pointing me toward the statutes that allow my case to proceed. I seriously doubt that I would have found the information on my own, due to the complexity of Virginia's Code, and Dave Whaley had the compassion to help me with this out of the goodness of his heart. I know he can't do that for everyone, but I would recommend hiring his services because he is very knowledgeable, reasonable, caring, and attentive. Case in point, I sent my request into his office around 11pm on a Sunday night, and Dave called me at 8am that Monday morning. Given the nature of my case, I had been very depressed for a very long time, but Mr. Whaley's kindness brought me right back and gave me hope. Most lawyers won't even talk to you without a consulting fee, but Dave proved to me that he truly cares about others.

 
Traffic Violations
Posted by anonymous
January 31, 2020
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My interaction with Mr. Whaley was of a conscientious person that reflects in his prompt communication and repeated consolation that put me at ease, like - he got it - and he has, speaks for his sensitivity, a foundation of a responsible profession Mr. Whaley carries. I will always remain grateful to Mr. Whaley and his kind staff.

Criminal Law
Posted by anonymous
August 13, 2021
Hired Attorney

David is amazing at what he does, very very very knowledgeable, he's very busy so you'll experience some wait times as far as communication goes, but over all as long as you do what he asks of you, you couldn't possibly be in better hands. First lawyer I've had that actually made me feel like winning the case was more important than the money. God willing I'll never require his services again, but if im ever in a pickle, he's definitely the first person I will call. He's also represented some of my close friends with amazing results.

 
Drug Crimes
Posted by anonymous
June 03, 2020
Hired Attorney

DO NOT HIRE DAVID WHALEY AS YOUR ATTORNEY. YOU GOING TO JAIL HE WORKS WITH THE COMMONWEALTH. PLEASE DO YOUR HOMEWORK On THESE ATTORNEYS BEFORE YOU HIRE THEM. HE WAS A PAID ATTORNEY SMH. DAVID WHALEY SET MY SON UP. PLEASE DO NOT HIRE DAVID WHALEY. MY SON STORY WILL BE TOLD. I WILL NOT JUST LET THIS GO.

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Areas of Law

  • Personal Injury
  • Other 1
    • Criminal Defense

Practice Details

  • Payment Information
    Payment & Cost Features
    Free initial consultation
  • Firm Information
    Position
    Attorney
    Firm Name
    Whaley Paules, LLC
  • Representative Cases & Transactions
    Cases
    Virginia Supreme Court: Commonwealth v. Taylor, 256 Va.514
    Harris v. Commonwealth, 241 Va. 146
    Coe v. Commonwealth, 231 Va. 83
    Wright v. Commonwealth, 224 Va. 502
    Stover v. Commonwealth, 222 Va. 618. Court of Appeals of Virginia: Kromer v. Commonwealth, 45Va.App.812
    Boyd v. County of Henrico, 42 Va. App. 495: Boyd v. County of Henrico, 41 Va. App. 1
    Raja v. Commonwealth, 40 Va. App. 710
    Yancey v. Commonwealth, 30 Va. App. 510
    Lewis v. Commonwealth, 26 Va. App. 113
    Clifton v. Commowealth, 22 Va. App. 178
    Richmond v. Commowealth, 22 Va. App 257
    Deer v. Commonwealth, 17 Va. App. 730
    Timmons v. Commonwealth, 15 Va. App. 196
    Bolda v. Commonwealth 15, Va. App. 315
    Darnell v. Commonwealth, 12 V Va. App.a. App. 948
    Boblett v. Commonwealth, 10 Va. App. 640
    Harris v. Commonwealth 9, Va. App. 355.
    Bosworth v. Commonwealth, 7 Va. App. 567
    Wynn v. Commonwealth, 5 Va. App. 283
    Dickerson v. Commonwealth, 2 Va. App. 473.
  • Additional Links
    https://www.davidwhaleylaw.com/attorney/whaley-c-david/

Experience

  • Bar Admission & Memberships
    Admissions
    1979, Virginia
    1979, U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Virginia
    1982, U.S. Court of Appeals, 4th Circuit
    1990, U.S. District Court, Western District of Virginia
  • Education & Certifications
    Law School
    University of Richmond, The T.C. Williams School of Law
    Class of 1979
    J.D.
    Other Education
    University of Richmond
    Class of 1977
    B.A.
  • Personal Details & History
    Age
    Born in 1953
    Welch, West Virginia, June 7, 1953

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  • What year was this attorney first admitted to the bar?
    David Whaley was admitted in 1979 to the State of Virginia.
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    David Whaley is admitted to practice before the United States Court of Appeals for the Fourth Circuit, United States District Court for the Eastern District of Virginia and United States District Court for the Western District of Virginia.
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    Yes, David Whaley has a 5.0 Peer Rating from Martindale-Hubbell.
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    David Whaley attended University of Richmond, The T.C. Williams School of Law.

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