Business Details
25 Years
experience
Trusted Legal Representation in Jackson, WY
DeFazio Law Office was founded in 2001 with a commitment to providing clients with strategic legal representation grounded in thorough analysis and advocacy. Our team approaches every case with a focus on achieving favorable outcomes through settlement, mediation, trial, or appeal while maintaining transparent communication to manage expectations. With decades of combined experience, we specialize in complex civil litigation, corporate law, construction disputes, and criminal defense, serving clients across Wyoming and Idaho.Our attorneys have earned recognition for excellence, including multiple Best Lawyer awards, and are dedicated to mitigating the stress of legal challenges through professionalism and tailored guidance. We prioritize collaboration, leveraging our collective expertise to deliver solutions that align with our clients' unique needs.
Services
Civil Litigation
Corporate Law
Construction Law
Criminal Defense
Domestic Law
Employment Law
Property Law
Personal Injury
Wills & Living Wills
Details
- Year established: 2001
Highlights and features
- We offer over 20 years of experience in civil litigation and corporate law.
- Our attorneys are recognized leaders in construction dispute resolution.
- We provide tailored legal strategies for complex business and personal cases.
- Our team maintains active practice in both Wyoming and Idaho courts.
- We combine trial-tested advocacy with transparent, client-focused communication.
Services
Civil Litigation
Our civil litigation practice handles complex disputes for plaintiffs and defendants, focusing on contract, corporate, and construction-related cases. With attorneys having 15-22 years of experience, we provide strategic representation through trial and appellate stages. We emphasize early case assessment to develop cost-effective solutions while maintaining readiness for courtroom advocacy when necessary.
Corporate Law
We offer comprehensive corporate legal services including entity formation, governance, contract drafting, and dispute resolution. Our practice covers business transactions, asset purchase agreements, and litigation for corporations, LLCs, and partnerships. Attorneys leverage deep industry knowledge to guide clients through complex commercial challenges while minimizing legal risks.
Construction Law
Specializing in construction litigation, we represent owners, contractors, and subcontractors in breach of contract claims and defect disputes. Our team has handled construction-related cases for over a decade, combining technical understanding with courtroom experience to resolve payment issues, project delays, and quality disputes through negotiation or litigation.
Criminal Defense
We defend clients facing criminal charges including DUIs, drug offenses, felonies, and white-collar crimes. Our approach combines aggressive advocacy with strategic defense planning, leveraging experience in Wyoming and federal courts. Attorneys work to protect clients' rights while seeking reduced charges, dismissals, or favorable trial outcomes.
Domestic Law
Our domestic law practice addresses divorce proceedings, child custody arrangements, property division, and spousal support. We handle prenuptial agreements and protective order cases with sensitivity to clients' emotional and legal needs. The team focuses on achieving equitable solutions while preparing for courtroom advocacy when settlements prove unattainable.
People
David F. DeFazio
Partner
David DeFazio has practiced civil and criminal law since 1997. He founded DeFazio Law Office in 2001 after four years at Jackson firms. A co-founder of Wyoming Whiskey, Inc., he specializes in complex litigation involving contracts, corporate disputes, and zoning issues.
Sarah E. Tollison
Partner
Sarah Tollison joined the firm in 2008 after practicing in Atlanta. Licensed in both Wyoming and Idaho, she focuses on civil litigation and transactional law. Her practice includes business formation, contract disputes, and personal injury cases across state and federal courts.
Questions
What areas of law does DeFazio Law Office specialize in?
We specialize in civil litigation, corporate/business law, construction disputes, criminal defense, domestic/family law, employment law, property law, personal injury, and estate planning.
Do you handle cases outside Wyoming?
Yes, our attorneys practice in both Wyoming and Idaho courts, with Sarah E. Tollison licensed in Idaho and our firm maintaining an active statewide practice.
How does the firm approach client communication?
We prioritize transparent communication, providing honest case assessments and managing expectations through regular updates and clear explanations of legal processes.
What experience do your attorneys have in construction law?
Our attorneys have over 20 years of combined experience handling construction litigation, including breach of contract claims and defect disputes for owners, contractors, and subcontractors.
Can I schedule an initial consultation?
Yes, we offer initial consultations to discuss your legal needs. Contact us via phone or email to arrange an appointment with one of our attorneys.
