Debra Desmore Corcoran

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Debra Desmore Corcoran: Attorney with Law Office of Debra D. Corcoran
Attorney Awards
  • Martindale-Hubbell Peer AV Preeminent Rating
  • Champion Badge Reviewed
  • Avvo Top Contributor
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Biography

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.

Areas of Practice (30)

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

Education & Credentials

University Attended:
Northwestern State University, B.A., Political Science, 1986
Law School Attended:
The George Washington School of Law, LL.M., Litigation, 2004; University of Richmond, T.C. Williams School of Law, J.D., 1989
Year of First Admission:
1990
Admission:
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.
Military:
U.S. Army, 1976-1978
Languages:
English
Certifications:
Certification in Cannabis Regulatory Law
ISLN:
912260905
Minority Owned:
Yes

Payment Information

Fixed Hourly Rates
Available
Credit Cards Accepted
Other
Other Information
Free initial consultation, Fixed fees available

Peer Reviews

4.6/5.0 (15 reviews)
Martindale-Hubbell® AV Preeminent Rating Badge

  • Legal Knowledge

    4.6/5.0

  • Analytical Capability

    4.7/5.0

  • Judgment

    4.5/5.0

  • Communication

    4.5/5.0

  • Legal Experience

    4.6/5.0

  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Attorney on 07/29/19 in Criminal Law

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  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Attorney on 07/25/19 in Sexual Assault

    She has an excellent reputation of competency and zealous advocacy. She is well-respected by her fellow practitioners.

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  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Attorney on 07/24/19 in Criminal Law

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  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Attorney on 07/22/19 in Criminal Law

    Debra is one of the most knowledgeable criminal defense lawyers that I have met during my 19 years of practice. I have referred a number of potential clients to her,. In the cases where the people who I have referred to her actually hired her, she... Read more

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  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Member on 07/16/19 in Criminal Law

    I am familiar with Ms. Corcoran's active involvement in the Richmond bar as a criminal defense attorney, as well as her administrative work representing employees in collateral matters where the subject matter might be related to criminal charges. S... Read more

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  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Attorney on 07/11/19 in Criminal Law

    She is conscientious and tireless. Always Very well prepared, thorough and creative in her representation.

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  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Partner on 07/11/19 in Criminal Law

    Debra is extremely committed to her clients!

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  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Attorney on 07/10/19 in Sexual Assault

    Best lawyer in town for anyone charged with a sex crime.

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  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Attorney on 07/10/19 in Sexual Assault

    Ms. Corcoran is one of the preeminent lawyer in the field of sex crimes. She has been at the forefront of defending the rights of people who are accused, often wrongfully, with crimes that they did not commit, or in some cases, were not capable of co... Read more

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  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Attorney on 07/10/19 in Felonies

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Avvo Client Review
5.0/5.0 (8 reviews)

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Lawyers Client Review
5.0/5.0 (1 review)
Client Champion

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 a...

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