Atty. David Ratz

Atty. David Ratz

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.

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About David Ratz at a glance

David Ratz is an Attorney based in Newport News, Virginia, practicing at Huffman & Huffman Brothers-in-Law, PLLC. They have 22+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2004. Their practice focuses on car accidents, personal injury, and motorcycle. Admitted to practice in Virginia U.S. District Court, Eastern an d Western Districts of Virginia (2004). Educated at Regent University School of Law (J.D., 2004) and Liberty University (B.S., 1998). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Chesapeake, Virginia and American Bar Associations. Provides legal services in Spanish. Serands clients in Newport News, VA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • 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

Practice Areas Explained

David Ratz's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases David Ratz handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Car Accidents

Hurt in a car crash? Car accident lawyers fight insurance companies for fair compensation — free consult, no fee unless you win.

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Personal Injury

Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.

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Motorcycle Accidents

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Virginia

Practicing law in Virginia. Legal matters in Virginia are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Newport News are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Virginia state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Virginia brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Virginia courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about David Ratz

Where is David Ratz's law office located?
David Ratz's law practice is located in Newport News, Virginia. The firm is Huffman & Huffman Brothers-in-Law, PLLC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does David Ratz handle?
David Ratz focuses on car accidents, personal injury, motorcycle. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Virginia.
How long has David Ratz practiced law?
David Ratz has 22+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2004.
What languages does David Ratz speak?
David Ratz provides legal services in Spanish. Bilingual representation can be especially important when contracts, testimony, or court filings require accurate translation.
Where did David Ratz go to law school?
David Ratz earned their education at (J.D., 2004); (B.S., 1998).
How can I contact David Ratz for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has David Ratz received?
David Ratz's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Regent University School of Law
- 2004
B.S.
Liberty University
- 1998

Languages

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Virginia U.S. District Court, Eastern an d Western Districts of Virginia
Admitted: 2004

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