Atty. David D. Kardell

Atty. David D. Kardell

David D. Kardell is a lawyer practicing personal injury, criminal, driving while intoxicated and 5 other areas of law.

Charlottesville Charlottesville 50 yrs experience 50 year
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Profile Summary

About David D. Kardell at a glance

David D. Kardell is a dui/dwi, child custody, personal injury, criminal defense, and family law attorney based in Charlottesville, Virginia. They have 50+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1976. Admitted to practice in Kansas (1976), Texas (1977), US District Court, Northern District of Texas (1977), and Georgia (1977). Educated at Southern Methodist University (J.D., 1977) and The American University (B.S. Indiana, 1974). Recognitions include Peer Reviewed. Serands clients in Charlottesville, VA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • David D. Kardell is a lawyer practicing personal injury, criminal, driving while intoxicated and 5 other areas of law
  • David received a B.S. degree from The American University in 1974, and has been licensed for 50 years
  • David practices in Charlottesville, VA

Practice Areas Explained

David D. Kardell's Areas of Practice

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

DUI / DWI Defense

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Child Custody & Visitation

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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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Criminal Defense

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Family Law

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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 Charlottesville 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 D. Kardell

Where is David D. Kardell's law office located?
David D. Kardell's law practice is located in Charlottesville, Virginia. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does David D. Kardell handle?
David D. Kardell focuses on dui/dwi, child custody, personal injury, criminal defense, family law. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Virginia.
How long has David D. Kardell practiced law?
David D. Kardell has 50+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1976.
Where did David D. Kardell go to law school?
David D. Kardell earned their education at (J.D., 1977); (B.S. Indiana, 1974).
How can I contact David D. Kardell for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has David D. Kardell received?
David D. Kardell's notable recognition includes: Peer Reviewed.

Education

J.D.
Southern Methodist University
- 1977
B.S. Indiana
The American University
- 1974

Awards

Peer Reviewed

Bar Admissions

Kansas
Admitted: 1976
Texas
Admitted: 1977
US District Court, Northern District of Texas
Admitted: 1977
Georgia
Admitted: 1977
US District Court, Eastern District of Texas
Admitted: 1994
US District Court, Northern District of Mississippi
Admitted: 1996
US District Court, Southern District of Mississippi
Admitted: 1996
Mississippi
Admitted: 1997

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