Peter DePaolis is a highly accomplished Virginia injury attorney and partner at Koonz McKenney Johnson & DePaolis LLP, specializing exclusively in personal injury law since 1980. He stands out as a dedicated advocate for victims of negligence, with a career marked by landmark decisions and multi-million dollar recoveries for clients across Virginia and the District of Columbia.
His practice is distinguished by a deep commitment to securing justice for individuals and families affected by severe injuries, offering free consultations to help clients understand their rights. With extensive experience handling complex litigation—including high-stakes cases involving traumatic brain injuries, medical malpractice, and asbestos exposure—he provides knowledgeable and determined representation. A significant portion of his work focuses on advocating for asbestos victims, having recovered over $30 million for those suffering from asbestosis, mesothelioma, and related cancers.
Services Offered
- Personal injury attorney services
- Trial attorney representation
- Legal services for automobile collisions
- Truck accident claims
- Bus crash litigation
- Defective product cases
- Medical malpractice claims
- WMATA bus and subway accident cases
- Asbestos exposure claims (asbestosis, mesothelioma, asbestos-related cancers)
- Workers’ compensation cases
- Traumatic brain injury cases
- Spinal cord injury claims
- Dog bite injury cases
- Mediation and arbitration services for personal injury and medical malpractice disputes
He serves clients in Virginia and the District of Columbia and has been consistently recognized by prestigious publications, including Washingtonian Top Lawyers, Super Lawyers, and Best Lawyers in America. Fluent in English, he is an active member of multiple bar associations and has served as President of the Fairfax Bar Association.
