About Vicki L. Francois, Esq.

Vicki was named to the 2021 Influential Women of Law class by the Virginia Lawyers Weekly. This award honors women attorneys and judges for their “excellent work on behalf of the justice system and for their clients, their commitment to their communities and their service to the profession.” She was also named a Virginia SuperLawyer in 2026. She maintains a AV rating, which is the highest rating awarded, by Martindale-Hubbell

In November 2021, Vicki was also named a Fellow of the American Bar Foundation. The American Bar Foundation limits membership to just 1% of lawyers practicing in each state. Fellows are distinguished attorneys whose public and private careers have demonstrated “outstanding dedication to the highest principles of the legal profession and to the welfare of society.”

In 2022, Vicki was designated as a Qualified Master Counselor in Divorce and Family Law Practice by The Virginia Law Foundation (2022-2024).

Vicki obtained a B.S. in Psychology from the University of Wisconsin – Oshkosh. She then obtained a Juris Doctor degree from Oklahoma City School of Law, where she was awarded Order of the Barristers in recognition of excellence of courtroom advocacy.

As an experienced and assertive trial attorney, Vicki has successfully litigated in every level of the Virginia state courts. Her most recent victory was a unanimous decision by the Supreme Court of Virginia in 2020 (Larsen v. Stack, 298 Va. 683). In 2020, she was also selected to serve as the Subcommittee Chair of the Eighth District Disciplinary Committee reviewing complaints against area attorneys for the Virginia State Bar. In 2021, she was awarded the Platinum Client Champion award by Martindale-Hubbell in recognition of her commitment to providing the best client service.

Vicki was licensed to practice law in Virginia (1998) and in the District of Columbia (1999). She is also licensed to practice law in the United States District Court for the Western District of Virginia (1998). She has been a certified guardian ad litem for children in Virginia since 1999.

In 2019, she completed a graduate certificate program at the University of Pennsylvania graduate School of Social Policy and Practice. She also served as a law clerk for the Honorable James F. Lane of the Oklahoma Court of Criminal Appeals during law school.

She is a charter member and co-founder of the Ted Dalton American Inn of Court which focuses on ethics, civility and excellence in the law. She is an adjunct professor in the Paralegal Studies Program at Virginia Western Community College. Vicki has served on the Board of Directors for the Legal Aid Society of the Roanoke Valley. In 2018, she received her Danger Assessment Certification from Johns Hopkins University School of Nursing to assist her clients in both pursuing and defending cases involving domestic violence and intimate partner violence.

In 2021, Vicki also received Martindale-Hubbell’s Platinum Client Champion Award. This award is given to “an elite group of attorneys who have received exceptional reviews from the people who know them best, their clients.” Wiese Law Firm is proud to provide exceptional service to our clients.

As an active trial lawyer, Vicki’s practice continues to involve all facets of litigation, collaboration, and appellate work in the family law arena, as well as criminal law, administrative matters and civil litigation.

 

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Family Law
Posted by anonymous
April 14, 2021
Hired Attorney

Vicki is an amazing lawyer and all around great person!! I would highly recommend her to anyone. I’ve been battling with my case for the past four years and she was able to finally give me some peace of mind and won my case! For once in four years I finally feel my children and myself are safe!! It’s an amazing feeling! Vicki, you are a rockstar and I can’t thank you enough!!

 
Family Law
Posted by anonymous
March 26, 2021
Hired Attorney

Let me just start off by saying Vicki and barb are AMAZING, I was going thru an extremely difficult custody battle with my ex I looked on Google to find a lawyer and I came across “Wiese law firm” I had never seen a lawyer that had 5 stars no matter what website you looked on. So I contacted her firm, after the first phone call with barb I felt so relieved!! I explained to her my situation, she really listened to me and set up a zoom consult with Vicki. Once speaking to Vicki I felt even better! I hired her as my attorney and I must say I would leave court prior to hiring her feeling defeated every time. Vicki is a perfectionist to say the least, she gets the job done and she keeps you in the loop every step of the way. With her by my side in court I felt like anything could be thrown at me and she was like my heavy duty armor that had me protected at every angle! She’s not one of those lawyers that will just tell you what you want to hear, she’s very transparent . You will not regret

 
Family Law
Posted by anonymous
March 09, 2021
Hired Attorney

Vicki was responsive from Day 1, and very knowledgeable. She made me feel at ease and was non-judgmental (you think that would be a given with lawyers, but it isn't). She made things easy to understand for me, and I felt extremely confident with her by my side. I was so very fortunate to have found Vicki and cannot say enough fantastic things about her. You don't need to research any further, Vicki is the attorney you've been looking for.

 
Litigation
Posted by anonymous
March 01, 2021
Hired Attorney

Vicki Francois represented me in court for a traffic ticket when I had zero idea about the process and at the same time the possibility of getting hit with a very expensive sum of money for it Vicki explained clearly what mi rights were and the options I had. After that, and having the peace of mind for having someone knowledgeable by my side, we went to court and she did all the talk I needed to help the judge understand my situation. Everything went smoothly and quick, and I did not even got a bad point on my license. Having that support and peace of mind is all one needs when the law is not one’s expertise. And Vicki gives you that. Best lawyer in town whom I have recommended multiple times to close friends, for different civil, familand criminal cases, where every single one of them has had great results.

 
Visitation Rights
Posted by anonymous
February 26, 2021
Hired Attorney

Vicki was knowledgeable understanding caring upfront honest dependable always in reach never had to question her judgment true and skilled in her profession

Criminal Law
Posted by anonymous
February 14, 2021
Hired Attorney

Vicki Wiese was an invaluable resource when it came to protecting my rights in the courtroom. I felt her attention to detail and knowledge of laws are unsurpassed. I would highly recommend her. She was very patient with me, always answered my questions and gave me objective counsel I knew I could trust. (RLF)

Family Law
Posted by anonymous
December 30, 2020
Hired Attorney

Working with my lawyer was a great experience, she was very thorough, organized, professional, answered all my questions and explained things in great detail, and didn’t leave anything off the table as far as information. Was quick to send me information I needed. Was very happy with my experience would highly recommend and would definitely use my lawyer again.

 
Family Law
Posted by anonymous
November 16, 2020
Hired Attorney

Hello My name is Alex Holland , I would highly recommend Vicki Wiese as Attorney. She was very understandable with my case . She took pride in representing me. My case was very difficult and complex. Vicki took my case head on and won it . Also Vicki has a amazing staff . Her Parelegal Brab is awsome . 5 stars

Family Law
Posted by anonymous
November 15, 2020
Hired Attorney

Vicki was a wonderful lawyer during an extremely difficult divorce. She made sure I understood what was happening, provided answers to my questions, and displayed a caring and sincere attitude through it all. I am so glad she was on my side.

Family Law
Posted by anonymous
November 15, 2020
Hired Attorney

My divorce has been a nightmare from day one., especially the part where I never had a clue I was even (being divorced) I'm not wasting this review on two attorneys I paid and were completely worthless and should not be allowed to practice law. My husband has what most label a dirty attorney and here I was at square one, very little money and no Attorney would even give me a call back for a consultation. Finally I contacted Wiese Law Firm. After only moments talking with Barbara her paralegal it felt like a weight had been lifted off my shoulder. After my meeting with Vicki (NOTE: She was on point during every second of my consult.) I walked away with no more worry or fear I honestly thanked God for sending her to me. She did more in 3 days then both my prior attorneys did in 10 month. I literally sat with my mouth open as I read the papers she prepared and sent. If I need anything all I do is email or call and Vicki or Barb are there for me. FOR ME THEY ARE HEAVEN SENT

 

Services

Areas of Law

  • Family Law 1
    • Child Custody
  • Annulment
  • Domestic Violence
  • Alternative Dispute Resolution 1
    • Mediation
  • Litigation 1
    • Civil Litigation
  • Other 37
    • Divorce (both Fault and Uncontested)
    • Spousal Support Calculations
    • (Alimony) Spousal Support Modification
    • Visitation
    • Child Support Calculations
    • Custody, Visitation and Child Support Modification
    • Pre-Marital/Prenuptial Agreements
    • Separation/Postnuptial Agreements
    • Modification of Agreements
    • Spousal Support Modification
    • Spousal Support Termination
    • Spousal Support Reservation
    • Enforcing and Defending Child Support Enforcement and Obligations
    • Grandparents’ Rights and other Third Party Rights concerning Child Custody and Child Visitation
    • Parental Alienation/Parental Alienation Syndrome (both defending and pursuing)
    • Name Changes for both Adults and Children
    • Adoption
    • Protective Orders (both defending and pursuing)
    • Collaborative Law
    • Arbitration (both Binding and Non-binding)
    • Division of Property, Debts and Assets
    • LGBT+ and Transgender Law
    • Assisted Reproductive Technology (ART)
    • Paternity Establishment and Paternity Disestablishment
    • Relocation Law
    • Hague Convention
    • Parental Kidnapping Prevention Act (PKPA)
    • Abduction
    • Department of Social Service (DSS) Matters and Other Administrative Appeals
    • Criminal Law and Bond Hearings
    • Criminal Charge Expungements
    • Animal Abuse, Animal Cruelty and Dangerous Dog Laws
    • Appellate Law
    • Health Care Powers of Attorney and Financial Powers of Attorney
    • Registered Agent Services
    • Notary Public Services
    • Impact Litigation

Experience

  • Bar Admission & Memberships
    Admissions
    1998, Virginia
    1999, District of Columbia
    U.S. District Court, Western District of Virginia
    Memberships
    Roanoke, Rockbridge/Buena Vista (President, 2001) and American Bar Associations
    Virginia State Bar (Circuit Rep, 1999-2003, Board of Governors, 2003—)
    District of Columbia Bar
    Virginia Womens Attorneys Association
    Virginia Trial Lawyers Association
    Legal Aid Society of Roanoke Valley (Member, Board of Directors, 1999-2005)
    The Association of Trial Lawyers of America
    National Order of Barristers
    Certified Guardian Ad Litem for children and adults.
  • Education & Certifications
    Law School
    Oklahoma City University School of Law
    Class of 1996
    J.D.
    Other Education
    University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh
    Class of 1993
    B.S.
    Psychology
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Attorneys FAQs

  • Is this attorney admitted to the bar in more than one state?
    Yes, Vicki L. Francois, Esq. is admitted to practice in District of Columbia and Virginia.
  • Is this attorney admitted to practice in any U.S. Federal Courts?
    Vicki L. Francois, Esq. is admitted to practice before the United States District Court for the Western District of Virginia.
  • Is this attorney Martindale-Hubbell Peer Review rated?
    Yes, Vicki L. Francois, Esq. has a 4.9 Peer Rating from Martindale-Hubbell.
  • Is this attorney Martindale-Hubbell Client Review rated?
    Yes, Vicki L. Francois, Esq. has a 4.8 Client Rating from Martindale-Hubbell.
  • What law school did this attorney attend?
    Vicki L. Francois, Esq. attended Oklahoma City University School of Law.