David E. Roop, Jr., ADR Attorney in Vienna, Virginia
Over 35 years of legal practice · focused on ADR, Alimony, and Business · 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review
MemberatRoop Xanttopoulos Babounakis PLLC
Vienna, VA
Practicing adr in Vienna since 1991.
- 35+
- Years practicing
- 5.0 ★
- 1 client review
- 4
- Bar admissions
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David E. Roop, Jr. is a member based in Vienna, VA. The practice focuses on ADR, Alimony, and Business. David has over 35 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Roop Xanttopoulos Babounakis PLLC. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
- Based in
- Vienna, VA
- Experience
- over 35 years
- Known for
- ADR · Alimony · Business
- Handles ADR, Alimony, and Business matters from Vienna, VA.
- Over 35 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with AV Preeminent.
About David E. Roop, Jr.: David E. Roop, Jr. is a member based in Vienna, VA. The practice focuses on ADR, Alimony, and Business. David has over 35 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Roop Xanttopoulos Babounakis PLLC. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Areas of practice
Practice areas handled by David E. Roop, Jr.
David concentrates on adr, alimony, business, child custody, and child support. Each area below outlines the kind of case David handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
ADR
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Child Custody
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Child Support
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Divorce
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DV Defense
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DV Protection
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Employment
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Estate Planning
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Family Law
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Insurance
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ADR cases in Vienna, Virginia
David takes adr matters in Vienna, Virginia. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before David agrees to represent you.
Alimony cases in Vienna, Virginia
David takes alimony matters in Vienna, Virginia. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before David agrees to represent you.
Business cases in Vienna, Virginia
David takes business matters in Vienna, Virginia. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before David agrees to represent you.
Child Custody cases in Vienna, Virginia
David takes child custody matters in Vienna, Virginia. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before David agrees to represent you.
Child Support cases in Vienna, Virginia
David takes child support matters in Vienna, Virginia. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before David agrees to represent you.
Biography
About David E. Roop, Jr. — Over 35 years of Virginia adr experience
David E. Roop, Jr. is a member based in Vienna, VA. The practice focuses on ADR, Alimony, and Business. David has over 35 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Roop Xanttopoulos Babounakis PLLC. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
David is a cum laude graduate of the University of Notre Dame (B.A. 1985) and an honors graduate of the University of Maryland School of Law (J.D. 1991). He is admitted to practice in Virginia, Maryland and the District of Columbia.Mr. Roop’s practice has focused in the area of domestic relations and family law since 1996. He has tried countless equitable distribution, support and custody cases. From 1991 to 1996, he was a trial lawyer in Maryland, DC and Virginia in the areas of contract, tort, and malpractice defense. Before law school, he was a Peace Corps volunteer in Kongolo, Zaire (now Democratic Republic of Congo). He has been happily married since 1992 to Anna-Marie Christello-Roop, a graduate of Yale Law School who now helps him run ROOPXANTTOPOULOS BABOUNAKIS PLLC. They have two children.For more than 10 years, Mr. Roop has carried an AV-Preeminent rating in the Martindale-Hubbell Bar Register. In 2004-05, Mr. Roop served as Chair of the Standing Committee on Professionalism of the Virginia State Bar. For three years thereafter, he was appointed by the Chief Judge of the Supreme Court of Virginia to serve as a Faculty member at professionalism courses conducted throughout the state. He currently serves on a Virginia State Bar disciplinary committee for evaluating lawyer misconduct. He has twice appeared on the cover of Virginia Lawyers Weekly for groundbreaking work in the areas of spousal support and domicile. He has been recognized as one of the preeminent divorce lawyers in Virginia and/or Washington DC by the following organizations or periodicals:WashingtonianBest Lawyers in America, U.S. News & World ReportNorthern Virginia MagazineTen LeadersSuperlawyersIn February 2009, David E. Roop Jr. created ROOP XANTTOPOULOS BABOUNAKIS PLLC, having spent thirteen years at Condo Roop Kelly & Byrnes and its predecessor(s). He understands the emotional and financial toll of divorce. Mr. Roop brings to the practice of family law, a sense of fairness, substantial trial ability, mathematical aptitude, courtroom ability, experience with children, and a commitment to resolve matters in the best interests of the family.
David's approach to adr cases
David is a cum laude graduate of the University of Notre Dame (B.A. 1985) and an honors graduate of the University of Maryland School of Law (J.D. 1991). He is admitted to practice in Virginia, Maryland and the District of Columbia.Mr. Roop’s practice has focused in the area of domestic relations and family law since 1996. He has tried countless equitable distribution, support and custody cases.…
Clients David works with
David reviews new inquiries case-by-case for adr, alimony, and business matters in Vienna and the surrounding Virginia area.
Credentials
David E. Roop, Jr.'s legal education and bar admissions
University of Maryland Law School
J.D. · 1991
University of Notre Dame
B.A. · 1985
Jurisdictions
David's state bar admissions
District of Columbia
1993 · ACTIVE
Virginia U.S. Distri
1993 · ACTIVE
U.S. District Court,
1992 · ACTIVE
Maryland
1991 · ACTIVE
David studied at J.D. in University of Maryland Law School and B.A. in University of Notre Dame.
Law school and academic background
David completed J.D. in University of Maryland Law School and B.A. in University of Notre Dame. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice David runs in Virginia is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Awards, publications, and recognition of David E. Roop, Jr.
David has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
AV Preeminent
Legal awards and honors
AV Preeminent.
Affiliations
David's professional memberships and bar associations
Fairfax County Bar Association Virginia State Bar (Member, Standing Committee on Professionalism) The District of Columbia Bar
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Locations
David E. Roop, Jr.'s office in Vienna
David's primary office is at 1604 Spring Hill Road, Suite 460, Vienna, VA, 22182. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Roop Xanttopoulos Babounakis PLLC
1604 Spring Hill Road, Suite 460
Vienna, VA 22182
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Client reviews of David E. Roop, Jr. — 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review
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How to hire David E. Roop, Jr. — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new adr attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with David usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
David charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain David's office.
What to bring to your first meeting
Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; David will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a adr attorney in Vienna, Virginia
A short list to run through before you commit: How many adr matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?
Fees & payment
Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for David
David discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in adr practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every adr matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. David confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
David's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many adr practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about David E. Roop, Jr.
How much does it cost to hire David for a adr case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. David walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does David offer a free consultation?
David charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain David's office. Some adr attorneys offer free consults — check David's current terms during booking.
How long do adr cases in Virginia typically take?
Simple adr matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. David gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can David take my case if I'm outside Vienna?
David is licensed in Virginia. Matters governed by Virginia law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — David will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.
What should I bring to my first meeting with David?
Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. David will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is David accepting new adr clients right now?
David's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
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