About Jason
Practice areas
- Criminal defense: 45%
Jason Kalafat has practiced as a criminal defense attorney since 2002, first as a Deputy Public Defender in Maricopa County, Arizona, where Mr. Kalafat’s practice concentrated on felony cases at the trial level. Mr. Kalafat then joined the prestigious firm of Kimerer & Derrick where his practice broadened at the state and federal levels, including appellate and post-conviction cases as well as representing clients before various regulatory and administrative agencies.
18 years, 500 cases
- DUI and DWI: 40%
17 years, 400 cases
- White collar crime: 10%
14 years, 50 cases
- Federal crime: 5%
15 years, 45 cases
Languages spoken
English
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Contact
Jason Kalafat, Attorney at Law
400 5th Street NW
Suite 350
Washington, DC, 20001
Resume
| State | Status | Acquired | Updated |
|---|---|---|---|
| DC | Active | 2009 | 10/14/2017 |
| AZ | Inactive | 2001 | 10/01/2019 |
| Legal answers | 1 |
| Legal guides | 0 |
| Award name | Grantor | Date granted |
|---|---|---|
| AV Preeminent Peer Review Rated | Martindale-Hubbell | 2011 |
| AV Preeminent Peer Review Rated | Martindale-Hubbell | 2010 |
| Avvo's 2010 Top 50 Northeast Lawyers - Top 10 DUI Attorney | Acela Arrive Magazine | 2010 |
| Graduate of the Year | West Virginia University - College of Arts & Sciences | 1997 |
| Purinton Philosophy Scholar | West Virginia University | 1996 |
| Title | Company name | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Partner | Farrelly Kalafat PC | 2017 - Present |
| Partner | Price Benowitz, LLP | 2009 - 2017 |
| Private Contract Attorney | 2008 - 2009 | |
| Member | Kimerer & Derrick | 2005 - 2008 |
| Deputy Public Defender | Maricopa County Public Defender's Office | 2002 - 2005 |
| Associate | Snell & Wilmer L.L.P. | 2000 - 2002 |
|---|
| Association name | Position name | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers | Member | N/A |
| American Bar Association | Member | N/A |
| Sandra Day O'Connor Inn of Court | Member | N/A |
| School name | Degree | Graduated |
|---|---|---|
| Vanderbilt Univesity School of Law | Juris Doctorate | 2000 |
| West Virginia University | Bachelor of Arts | 1997 |
| Carnegie Mellon University | N/A | N/A |
| Conference name | Title | Date |
|---|---|---|
| Phoenix School of Law Career Symposium | Private Criminal Defense Practice | 2007 |
| Arizona Public Defender's Association Annual Conference | Keeping Out Rule 404(c) "Bad Acts" Evidence | 2005 |
| Arizona State University Career Symposium | Career Development and Public Interest Law | 2004 |
| Annual Philosophy Conference | The Philosphy of Leibniz | 1997 |
| Case name | Outcome |
|---|---|
| United States v. TB | Not guilty all counts |
| United States v. JP | Not guilty |
| United States v. AR | Not guilty all charges |
| United States v. AW | Not guilty all charges |
| United States v. JJ | Case dismissed |
| United States v. DW | Not guilty |
|---|---|
| United States v. MA | Not guilty all counts |
| District of Columbia v. YP | Not guilty |
| United States v. JL | Jury trial - not guilty on all charges |
| United States v. JM | Not guilty on all counts |
| United States v. GA | Jury trial - not guilty all charges (including lesser-included simple possession charge) |
| United States v. RW | Jury trial - not guilty on all counts |
| United States v. DL | Hung jury, misdemeanor plea |
| United States v. RJ | Acquitted of all felony counts |
| United States v. M.S. | Case dismissed |
| United States v. DP | Not guilty verdict at trial |
| District of Columbia v. KW | Not guilty verdict at trial |
| United States v. NG | Not guilty verdict at trial |
| United States v. DD et al | Not guilty verdict at trial |
| United States v. WH | Not guilty verdicts on all charges at jury trial |
| United States v. K.M. | Client acquitted on all charges by jury. |
| United States v. C.T. | Not guilty verdict at trial |
| United States v. STS | deferred sentencing - charges dismissed |
| State v. GJM | Not guily verdict at jury trial |
| State v. RWR | Not guilty verdict after jury trial |
| State v. ESW | Guilty verdict dismissed; reduced plea obtained |
| State v. MF | Not guilty verdict on all charges after jury trial |
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Attorney endorsements
(21)Mark Beller, DUI and DWI Attorney on Jan 23, 2014
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I fully endorse Mr. Kalafat. In addition to being an excellent attorney and a wealth of knowledge, he is among the most dedicated advocates I have had the pleasure to work with. Anyone would be well served to have Mr. Kalafat in their corner.
Jay Volquardsen, DUI and DWI Attorney on Aug 2, 2012
Relationship: Worked together on matter
Mr. Kalafat is a great lawyer. He does fantastic work for his clients. I endorse him whole-heartedly.
S. Koehler, Criminal defense Attorney on Sep 16, 2011
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Although it is not often that I feel compelled to recommend a potential competitor, Mr. Kalafat is a first-rate criminal defense lawyer. With a J.D. from Vanderbilt and many years of trial experience, Mr. Kalafat is highly respected among judges and other lawyers at D.C. Superior Court. He is also an approachable and classy guy.
Kush Arora, Criminal defense Attorney on Aug 23, 2011
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer.
Howard Ankin, Personal injury Attorney on Feb 5, 2011
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Jason is a top-rate criminal defense lawyer. He spends the time to learn the facts better than the State and uses his deep knowledge of the law to out-maneuver his opponents.
Gal Pissetzky, Violent crime Attorney on Feb 4, 2011
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Jason is a great criminal lawyer. He understands how to defend his clients and fights really hard in court. If you want someone who will protect your interests, Jason is the attorney for you.
Woodrow Thompson, DUI and DWI Attorney on Jan 26, 2011
Relationship: Worked together on matter
Best DC-area DUI and criminal defense lawyer.
Alex Lane, Criminal defense Attorney on Mar 20, 2010
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
As a criminal defense lawyer myself, I have often been able to observe Jason work. In my opinion, he is an outstanding lawyer.
Ashley West, Business Attorney on Jan 28, 2010
Relationship: Other
Jason is a brillant, empathetic, funny man. He's an exceptional lawyer with an attention to detail uncharacteristic of most criminal defense lawyers. I would hire him if I were in a pinch.
Tiffani Lucero, Divorce and separation Attorney on Jan 27, 2010
Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter
Mr. Kalafat is an excellent attorney who diligently represents his clients in a very professional manner.
Marc Erpenbeck, Construction and development Attorney on Jan 5, 2010
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Jason is a very intelligent, talented, and personable lawyer. He does outstanding work.
Tom Anelli, DUI and DWI Attorney on Dec 21, 2009
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Jason has made a reputation for himself as one of Washington's finest criminal defense lawyers. His reputation comes from his untiring devotion to representing clients in a manner that demonstrates excellence. I recommend him to anyone needing serious criminal representation.
Jay Adleman, Litigation Attorney on Dec 11, 2009
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Jason is an excellent attorney who has been practicing in the area of criminal law for several years. He is intelligent, hard-working, and very well respected within the legal community. His clients can rely on his expert legal advice and his ability to provide excellent legal services.
Margaret Lopez, Ethics and professional responsibility Attorney on Dec 11, 2009
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Jason is an extremely intelligent and overwhelmingly charming attorney, both of which serve his clients in the courtroom exceedingly well. Jason left a big firm environment in order to delve more deeply into the courtroom, and has pulled off some surprisingly big wins for defense cases (which, as we all know, frequently have the chips piled against them). Jason is very well connected within the west coast legal community, and is extremely sociable and pleasant. As a prosecutor I am frequently approached with requests for defense attorneys that I would recommend based upon my personal experiences, and Jason Kalafat is - hands down - on the top of my list. He manages to combine highly sought after elements in this profession - both charisma and intellect. He wins cases by smart legal maneuvering, never by underhanded sneaky techniques - which solidifies his reputation in this community.
I endorse this lawyer's work. Jason M. Kalafat is an extremely competent, skillful attorney.
Jorge Castañeda, Criminal defense Attorney on Dec 10, 2009
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer's work.
Burges McCowan, Criminal defense Attorney on Dec 10, 2009
Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter
If I were ever accused of a crime, Jason would be the first person I called. He is intelligent and diligent. He knows what he is doing and he doesn't play games. You can rest assured that if Jason is on your case, you are getting first rate representation, and will receive the best possible outcome available.
Craig McPike, Tax Attorney on Dec 9, 2009
Relationship: Friend
Jason is both a friend and former colleague of mine at Snell & Wilmer in Phoenix. He is not only smart, but also effective and practical in his approach to pursuing his clients' interests. And he has a personality that you just can't top.
Seth Price, Personal injury Attorney on Dec 9, 2009
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
i have worked closely with Jason and he is a master of his craft.
Jonathan Frank, Real estate Attorney on Dec 9, 2009
Relationship: Worked together on matter
I endorse this lawyer's work. Jason and I worked together as lawyers at Snell & Wilmer L.L.P. in Phoenix. Jason is a hardworking, honest and very skilled attorney. I highly recommend Jason.
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