Atty. David E. Roop, Jr.
With a distinctive background and a rare competitive fire, David Roop has for more than a decade been one of Virginia's top family law attorneys. According to his peers, Roop is both a sophisticated thinker and a scrappy lawyer, a unique and useful mix for his contentious profession.
Family Law Attorney · Serving Vienna, VA
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About David E. Roop, Jr. at a Glance
David E. Roop, Jr. is a family law attorney based in Vienna, Virginia, practicing at Roop Xanttopoulos Bababounakis & Klam PLLC. Admitted to practice in Virginia, Virginia State Bar, District of Columbia, The District of Columbia Bar, and Maryland, Maryland State Bar Association. Educated at University of Maryland (J.D., 1991) and University of Notre Dame (—, 1985). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Family Law (2026), Best Lawyers in America — Awards: (2026), and Best Lawyers in America — Best Family Law Attorneys - Northern Virginia Magazine (2026). Serves clients in Vienna, VA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About David E. Roop, Jr.
- With a distinctive background and a rare competitive fire, David Roop has for more than a decade been one of Virginia's top family law attorneys
- According to his peers, Roop is both a sophisticated thinker and a scrappy lawyer, a unique and useful mix for his contentious profession
- David has a deeply strategic orientation along with a cheerful yet hard-driving disposition
- David is a Baltimore native and graduate of Notre Dame University, Notre Dame, Indiana (BA, cum laude, 1985) and the University of Maryland Law School, Baltimore, Baltimore, Maryland (JD, with honors, 1991) and was a United States Peace Corp Volunteer in Zaire (now Congo), Africa from 1985 - 1987
- David has served on the Virginia State Bar throughout his years in practice, as the Chair of the Standing Committee on Professionalism (2004-2006) and Secretary, Member and Chair of the 5th District, Subcommittee II of the Disciplinary Board of the Virginia State Bar (2010 - 2016)
- David is a licensed Mediator and Collaborative Law Attorney
- He has been recognized in Best Lawyers of America since 2008
- Superlawyers in Washington, DC and Virginia since 2006
- The Washingtonian Magazine (featured in several articles) (2004 - 2014) and Northern Virginia Magazine (2009 - present)
- David is licensed to practice law in Virginia, Maryland and Washington, D.C
Practice Areas Explained
David E. Roop, Jr.'s Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases David E. Roop, Jr. handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Vienna.
Family Law in Vienna
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Vienna
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 Vienna 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 venue, 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.
Vienna Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Vienna-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Why Clients in Vienna Choose David E. Roop, Jr.
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish David E. Roop, Jr.'s practice in the field of family law.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in Virginia, Virginia State Bar, District of Columbia, The District of Columbia Bar, and Maryland, Maryland State Bar Association, David E. Roop, Jr. can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Focused Family Law Practice
Concentrating on family law means David E. Roop, Jr.'s knowledge of relevant statutes, case law, and procedural nuances stays current — unlike generalist practices that spread attention across unrelated fields.
Local Presence in Vienna
A Vienna-based practice means David E. Roop, Jr. attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
Case Types
Common Legal Issues David E. Roop, Jr. Handles in Vienna
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