David Ratz

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David Ratz: Attorney with Huffman & Huffman Brothers-in-Law, PLLC
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Biography

David Ratz – Dedicated Litigation Attorney at Huffman & Huffman Brothers-in-Law, PLLC

David Ratz is a litigation attorney with Huffman & Huffman Brothers-in-Law, PLLC and concentrates his practice on plaintiff’s cases in the areas of personal injury, property damage, and coverage disputes.

Previous Work Experience

Prior to his legal education, David’s educational background was in teaching. After attending law school, he began his legal practice in the area of general law. Within a few years, he began narrowing his practice and first began defending personal injury cases for major insurance companies, in private practice and as an associate staff counsel for GEICO, Inc.

Fighting for the Rights of the Injured

For over a decade now, David has solely represented those who were injured due to others’ negligence, as a trial attorney. He has been fighting for the injured, regardless of the size of their case and the severity of their injury. In addition to his prior defense experience, his experience in courtrooms all over the Commonwealth of Virginia has enabled him to get better results for his clients, whether by settlement or by going to trial.

Treating Every Client Like the Only Client

David believes that each and every client deserves for their case to be treated like it is the only case. Injuries affect each client differently and in very personal ways.

David’s clients come from every walk of life and their injuries have affected not only them but those around them in most cases. He enjoys getting to know each client personally and strives to give them the personal attention their case deserves.

He believes in educating the client on the law and trial process. As a trial attorney, David enjoys going to court and passionately represents his clients in front of judges and juries alike.

Awards/Accolades

Martindale-Hubbell BV Distinguished Rating Since 2013

2014 National Trial Lawyers Association Top 40 Under 40

Outside the Office

David, his wife, and their three children have lived in the Hampton Roads area since 2001. When he is not practicing law, David enjoys spending time with his family, boating, traveling, and exploring the great outdoors.
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Areas of Practice (4)

  • Car Accidents
  • Trucking Accident
  • Motorcycle Accident
  • Personal Injury

Education & Credentials

University Attended:
Liberty University, B.S., 1998
Law School Attended:
Regent University School of Law, J.D., 2004
Year of First Admission:
2004
Admission:
2004, Virginia; U.S. District Court, Eastern an d Western Districts of Virginia
Memberships:
Chesapeake, Virginia and American Bar Associations.
Languages:
Spanish
ISLN:
919325706

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Peer Reviews

4.6/5.0 (26 reviews)
Martindale-Hubbell® AV Preeminent Rating Badge

  • Legal Knowledge

    4.6/5.0

  • Analytical Capability

    4.6/5.0

  • Judgment

    4.7/5.0

  • Communication

    4.6/5.0

  • Legal Experience

    4.5/5.0

  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Managing Partner on 07/31/24 in Trucking Accidents

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  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Managing Partner on 07/31/24 in Automobile Accidents

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  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Managing Partner on 07/31/24 in Personal Injury

    David Ratz is an excellent attorney and is deserving of your highest distinction.

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  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Principal on 07/01/13 in Personal Injury

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  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Member on 06/27/13 in Personal Injury

    I have known Mr. Ratz for over 7 years and find him exemplary in all ways - he is a very strong practitioner.

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  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Associate on 06/27/13 in Personal Injury

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  • 4.8/5.0 Rated by a Hiring Partner on 08/07/24 in Personal Injury

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  • 4.8/5.0 Rated by a Managing Partner on 07/31/24 in Personal Injury

    David is a wonderful advocate for his clients and has a keen ability to secure optimal outcomes in his cases. He is congenial and takes a professional approach in his dealings with other attorneys.

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  • 4.6/5.0 Rated by a Judge on 07/09/13 in Domestic Relations

    David is an outstanding lawyer.

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  • 4.0/5.0 Rated by a Associate on 07/02/13 in Personal Injury

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757-982-5170  Phone

www.huffmanhuffman.com/attorneys/david-ratz

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