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Diane P. Toscano

Diane P. Toscano

 
  • Criminal Law, Personal Injury, Civil Rights...
  • Virginia
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Lawyer Rating and Reviews
Legal Knowledge
5.0/5.0
Legal Analysis
5.0/5.0
Communication Skills
5.0/5.0
Ethics and Professionalism
5.0/5.0
Aaron Pomeranz
Aaron Pomeranz January 18, 2022
Rating: 10 Lawyer Rating - 10 out of 10
For all the reasons above I highly recommend Diane and have no reservation referring clients to her if my firm is unable to handle their matter. View More
Q. How do you know this lawyer?
  • Current or Former Co-Worker/Colleague

I have handled cases where we have represented opposing parties and where I have served as guardian ad litem for her client's children.

Q. In the cases you were involved in with this attorney, which of the following apply?
  • Opposing Client

I have represented opposing clients as well as the children of her clients.

Q. When did you work with this lawyer?
Several times in the last five years.
Q. Was this lawyer an effective advocate/counselor and why?
Yes

Diane is extremely knowledgeable in the law and advocates very effectively in a court room for her client's position.

Q. Please rate this lawyer on the following:

Legal Knowledge: Excellent

Diane is highly effective at using the law and prior court decisions to advocate for her clients.

Legal Analysis: Excellent

Diane is able to effectively apply the appropriate statutes and case law to her cases.

Communication Skills: Excellent

Diane is excellent in the court room and is very effective at arguing her points to the judge and countering opposing arguments.

Ethics and Professionalism: Excellent

Diane is highly respected by the judges and other attorneys for her ethics and professionalism.

Q. For which practice area(s) would you recommend this lawyer?
Criminal Defense and Family Law
Q. Which of the following skills does this lawyer possess?
  • Litigation
  • Problem Solving
  • Trials
Q. I would recommend this lawyer to my family and friends
Yes
Rating: 10 Lawyer Rating - 10 out of 10
For the reasons mentioned above Diane has set herself apart as an excellent attorney for criminal defense and family law. View More
Q. How do you know this lawyer?
  • Classmate at Law School
  • Friend

Diane and I have been friends for years and I have both gone against her as prosecutor and have watched her litigate cases in private practice.

Q. In the cases you were involved in with this attorney, which of the following apply?
  • Opposing Client

Diane was a prosecutor when her and I had cases against each other.

Q. When did you work with this lawyer?
2008
Q. Was this lawyer an effective advocate/counselor and why?
Yes

Diane is always well prepared and advocates with passion for client.

Q. Please rate this lawyer on the following:

Legal Knowledge: Excellent

Her preparation is apparent with her knowledge of the facts of the case and relevant case law.

Legal Analysis: Excellent

Sound legal reasoning is a hallmark of her practice and it is evident in her analysis.

Communication Skills: Excellent

An efficient and effective advocate as explains the case to the court.

Ethics and Professionalism: Excellent

Diane is a model of integrity in her professional and personal interactions.

Q. For which practice area(s) would you recommend this lawyer?
Criminal Defense and Family Law
Q. Which of the following skills does this lawyer possess?
  • Appeals
  • Legal Research
  • Legal Writing
  • Litigation
  • Negotiation
  • Oral Argument
Q. I would recommend this lawyer to my family and friends
Yes