Crystina Marie O'Brien

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Also known as Crystina Kowalczyk O'Brien, Christina O'Brien
Crystina Marie O'Brien
Criminal Defense, DUI, Divorce, Custody, Military Law, we are ready to help! Call 757.847.9119
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The Lawyer To Choose If You Want Top Notch Results
- Cynthia, a Administrative Law client
5.0 star rating
Excellent attorney
- a Criminal Defense client

Overview

Avvo Rating

Experience 4.0 star rating
Industry Recognition 3.0 star rating
Professional Conduct 5.0 star rating

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Contributor level 9

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Practice Areas

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  • 30% Criminal Defense
    16 years, 800 cases
  • 30% Family
    4 years, 25 cases
  • 30% Military Law
    16 years, 235 cases
  • 10% DUI / DWI
    9 years, 150 cases

Fees and Payment Types

Fees

Free Consultation (30 minutes), Retainer (Always)

Payment types

Cash, Check, Credit Card

Contact Information

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  • The O'Brien Law Firm
    21 E. Queens Way, Suite B
    Hampton, VA 23669
    Office: 757-915-6986
    Fax: 757-915-6988
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You mayneed an aggressive trial lawyer who will fight for your rights oran experienced negotiator who will work to obtainthe best offer out there,in either... more

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Client Reviews

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5 star rating

“The Lawyer To Choose If You Want Top Notch Results”

Posted by: Cynthia, 10 months ago.

Client Review: Crystina has time and time again proven to be a an exceptional attorney with outstanding results. While in the military she represented soldiers... more
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5 star rating

“Excellent attorney”

Posted by: a Criminal Defense client, 9 months ago.

Client Review: I hired Crystina to help me with a complicated case that i was extremely nervous about. The moment i walked in her office, i felt at ease. Her depth... more
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Peer Endorsements

Endorsements

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Carmelou G. Aloupas

Ms. O'Brien is an excellent lawyer. I was fortunate to have worked with her in the Hampton Public Defenders Office, when I was a Sentencing Advocate/... more

Endorsement from lawyer: Carmelou Aloupas , Chesapeake (VA), About 1 month ago
Michelle A. Fioravanti

I endorse this lawyer. Attorney O'Brien is an accomplished and experienced criminal defense attorney. She is clearly the "go to" person if you are in... more

Endorsement from lawyer: Michelle Fioravanti , Exton (PA), 4 months ago
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License

20 years since Crystina Marie O'Brien was first licensed to practice law.

State License status Year acquired Last updated by Avvo
Virginia Authorized to practice law 2006 11/29/2012
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We have not found any instances of professional misconduct for this lawyer.

Work Experience

Position Duration
Owner/Member at The O'Brien Law Firm 2013–present
Partner at Gochenour, Boyle & O'Brien, P.L.C. 2012–present
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Education

School Major Degree Graduated
Cleveland State University - Cleveland-Marshall College of Law Law Juris Doctor 1993
Xavier University Political Science BA - Bachelor of Arts 1990

Awards

Award Name Granting Organization Date
Meritorious Service Medal (3) Army 2002
Army achievement medal Army 1997

Associations

Position Association Name Duration
Secretary (2008-2010) Hampton Bar Association 2006–present
National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyer 2006–present
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Portfolio

Contribution

Contributor Level 9
Answers: 95 Legal Answers
2 Best Answers - chosen by asker
41 Answers marked "I agree" by other lawyers
17 Answers marked helpful by other users
Guides: 0 Legal Guides
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Publications

Article Publication Date
Federal Conviction of Non-Existant Crime Tossed Justice Denied 2004
Federal judge overturns convictions in fraudulent receipt case Lancaster Intelligencer Journal 2004
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