Deborah McIntyre-Yurkovich

Deborah McIntyre-Yurkovich is a founding partner of McIntyre DeFede Law PLLC, bringing a wealth of experience to her clients in Northern Virginia. Her legal practice spans family law, criminal law, and education law, where she has successfully represented individuals in circuit, general district, and juvenile courts. Her extensive trial experience includes litigating complex equitable distribution tracing cases, international custody disputes, and protective order cases.

As a parent of a child with special needs, Ms. McIntyre-Yurkovich offers a unique perspective on the legal, economic, and emotional challenges faced by families in similar situations. She is deeply committed to her clients, with many referrals coming from past clients, opposing counsel, and community experts.

In the realm of education law, Ms. McIntyre-Yurkovich has represented clients in school meetings and administrative proceedings, addressing issues such as special education, in-state tuition appeals, student discipline, and school employment matters. Her expertise extends to representing individuals seeking guardianship or conservatorship for incapacitated adults, and she is certified as a Guardian ad litem in related cases.

Ms. McIntyre-Yurkovich's dedication to her practice is further demonstrated by her qualification to serve as a Guardian ad litem for children, showcasing her comprehensive approach to the legal needs of families and individuals.