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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Criminal Law
Posted by anonymous
July 06, 2021
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I certainly feel that I got lucky finding Vicki. She is an experienced professional and beautiful human being. She takes care of her clients with passion & care. she does not hold back on expressing her thoughts and opinion even that it is something that you don't agree with. I personally like attorney that doesn't allow clients to control her opinion so this works well for me.

 
Family Law
Posted by anonymous
February 24, 2021
Hired Attorney

Vicki was knowledgeable, compassionate, and reassuring while handling my case. She was successful in winning the case and I will continue to seek her help in any future legal matters.

Family Law
Posted by anonymous
March 27, 2026
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I felt pressured to write a five-star review in exchange for a reduction on my bill while I had an upcoming court date. Under that pressure, I did so. Shortly after, I was told I could no longer be represented due to payment issues. The timing was deeply concerning. I have since heard similar experiences from other clients. My overall experience felt entirely transactional. I did not feel supported, prepared, or genuinely represented during a very critical time. If you are looking for integrity, transparency, and real legal support, I strongly recommend you look elsewhere.

 

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.