David Whaley

Top rated Criminal Defense attorney in Richmond, Virginia

David Whaley LLC
David Whaley
David Whaley LLC

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, White Collar Crimes, Personal Injury; view more

Licensed in Virginia since: 1979

Education: University of Richmond School of Law

Selected to Super Lawyers: 2009, 2011 - 2024

David Whaley LLC

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

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David Whaley, founder of The Law Offices of David Whaley, LLC, brings more than 30 years of experience to his legal practice. Representing those accused of crimes of all types and degrees, Mr. Whaley is a force to be reckoned with in the courtroom. Not only has he represented clients in his community and throughout Virginia, but he has also represented many clients in federal courts across the United States. In total, he has tried over 350 jury trial cases.

As a criminal defense attorney, Mr. Whaley represents clients charged with DUI/DWI, misdemeanors, felonies, weapon charges, drug offenses, traffic offenses, assault and more. He has been instrumental in several successful acquittals including drug conspiracies, first-degree murder charges and white collar crimes.

Additionally, as a personal injury attorney, Mr. Whaley represents clients who have been injured in traumatic vehicle accidents and victimized by the death of a family member. He represents clients with cases including car, truck and motorcycle accidents; wrongful death claims; and commercial vehicle liability claims.

Recognized for his high ethical standards and dedication to integrity, Mr. Whaley has been listed by Martindale-Hubbell as AV Preeminent.* His passion, dedication and focus on excellence demonstrate his willingness to work hard for his clients. Mr. Whaley is a member of the Richmond Bar Association, the Virginia Bar Association, the National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers and the Virginia College of Criminal Defense Attorneys. He is a member of the Virginia State Bar, the U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Virginia, the U.S. Court of Appeals for the 4th Circuit and the U.S. District Court, Western District of Virginia.

*AV Preeminent and BV Distinguished are certification marks of Reed Elsevier Properties Inc., used in accordance with the Martindale-Hubbell certification procedures, standards and policies. Martindale-Hubbell is the facilitator of a peer review rating process. Ratings reflect the confidential opinions of members of the Bar and the judiciary. Martindale-Hubbell ratings fall into two categories – legal ability and general ethical standards.

Practice areas

Criminal Defense, Criminal Defense: White Collar, Personal Injury - General: Plaintiff

Focus areas

Sexual Abuse - Plaintiff, Trucking Accidents, Wrongful Death

  • 80% Criminal Defense
  • 10% Criminal Defense: White Collar
  • 10% Personal Injury - General: Plaintiff

First Admitted: 1979

Professional Webpage: http://www.davidwhaleylaw.com/attorney-profile/

Honors/Awards:
  • Martindale-Hubbell as AV Preeminent*
Educational Background:
  • University of Richmond, B.A., 1977
Representative Clients:
  • Yancey v. Commonwealth, 30 Va. App. 510, Court of Appeals of Virginia
  • Richmond v. Commonwealth, 22 Va. App 257, Court of Appeals of Virginia
  • Colonial First Properties vs. Henrico County VA, 166 F. Supp. 2nd 1071, United States District Court, Eastern District of Virginia
  • Bolda v. Commonwealth 15, Va. App. 315, Court of Appeals of Virginia
  • Coe v. Commonwealth, 231 Va. 83, Virginia Supreme Court
  • Harris v. Commonwealth 9, Va. App. 355., Court of Appeals of Virginia
  • Boyd v. County of Henrico, 42 Va. App. 495, Court of Appeals of Virginia
  • Dickerson v. Commonwealth, 2 Va. App. 473, Court of Appeals of Virginia
  • Raja v. Commonwealth, 40 Va. App. 710, Court of Appeals of Virginia
  • Clifton v. Commonwealth, 22 Va. App. 178, Court of Appeals of Virginia
  • Timmons v. Commonwealth, 15 Va. App. 196, Court of Appeals of Virginia
  • United States vs. Fulcher, 188 F. Supp. 2nd 627, United States District Court, Western District of Virginia
  • Harris v. Commonwealth, 241 Va. 146, Virginia Supreme Court
  • Boblett v. Commonwealth, 10 Va. App. 640, Court of Appeals of Virginia
  • Stover v. Commonwealth, 222 Va. 618, Virginia Supreme Court
  • Wynn v. Commonwealth, 5 Va. App. 283, Court of Appeals of Virginia
  • Boyd v. County of Henrico, 41 Va. App. 1, Court of Appeals of Virginia
  • Lewis v. Commonwealth, 26 Va. App. 113, Court of Appeals of Virginia
  • Deer v. Commonwealth, 17 Va. App. 730, Court of Appeals of Virginia
  • United States vs. Fulcher, 250 F. 3rd 244, United States Court of Appeals, 4th Circuit
  • Commonwealth v. Taylor, 256 Va.514, Virginia Supreme Court
  • Darnell v. Commonwealth, 12 V Va. App. a. App. 948, Court of Appeals of Virginia
  • Wright v. Commonwealth, 224 Va. 502, Virginia Supreme Court
  • Bosworth v. Commonwealth, 7 Va. App. 567, Court of Appeals of Virginia
  • Kromer v. Commonwealth, 45Va.App.812, Court of Appeals of Virginia
Bar/Professional Activity:
  • Member, American Inn of Court
  • Former Secretary, Richmond Criminal Bar Association
  • Member, Richmond Bar Association
  • U.S. Court of Appeals, 4th Circuit, 1982
  • President, Richmond Criminal Bar Association
  • Member, Virginia College of Criminal Defense Attorneys
  • Treasurer, Richmond Criminal Bar Association
  • Virginia, 1979
  • U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Virginia, 1979
  • Member, Virginia State Bar
  • Member, National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers
  • Member, Legal Committee, NORML
  • Member, Virginia Bar Association
  • U.S. District Court, Western District of Virginia, 1990
  • Vice President, Richmond Criminal Bar Association
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Scholarly Lectures/Writings:
  • Faculty, Virginia CLE, Defending Drug Cases.

Office location for David Whaley

100 West Franklin Street
Suite 301
Richmond, VA 23220

Phone: 804-234-3844

Selections

15 Years Super Lawyers
  • Super Lawyers: 2009, 2011 - 2024

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