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Jamison Koehler is a respected trial attorney who represents people charged with criminal offenses in Washington, D.C. Mr. Koehler also represents both petitioners and respondents in civil protection order and anti-stalking order hearings.
Focusing on D.C. Superior Court alone, Mr. Koehler has achieved favorable outcomes in hundreds of cases, including trials and civil protection order hearings.
A long-time resident of the D.C. area, Mr. Koehler graduated magna cum laude from Hamilton College and earned a Master’s Degree from Georgetown University. He received his law degree from Temple University, where he served as an editor of the Temple Political and Civil Rights Law Review. He also represented indigent criminal defendants at the Defender Association of Philadelphia.
Mr. Koehler is a member of the D.C. Superior Court Trial Lawyers Association and the National College for DUI Defense. He is certified by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration to administer the Standarized Field Sobriety Test used in most jurisdictions to screen drivers suspected of drinking-and-driving. As a founding member of the American Association of Premier DUI Attorneys, Mr. Koehler is also trained in the administration of the Intox EC-IR II, the breath test machine used in both D.C. and Virginia.
Having litigated hundred of trials over the course of his very successful career, Mr. Koehler is first and foremost a trial lawyer. As one of his former clients has described things, “it was clear that everyone in the courthouse respected him — judges, prosecutors, court clerks. At trial, he tied up the prosecutor with the rules of evidence, and he made the police officer look like a lying idiot.” Mr. Koehler prides himself on his ability to cross-examine witnesses and to use the rules of evidence to the advantage of his clients.
In addition to his trial work, Mr. Koehler has prevailed on a number of high-profile cases before the D.C. Court of Appeals. In Curtis Best v. United States, 66 A.3d 1013 (D.C. 2013), Mr. Koehler argued successfully that his client’s constitutional rights were violated when the government was allowed to introduce hearsay testimony against his client. Mr. Best’s conviction for simple assault was therefore overturned. In James Schools v. United States, 84 A.3d 503 (D.C. 2013), the D.C. Court of Appeals reversed the conviction of Mr. Koehler’s client after finding that no reasonable jury could have found beyond a reasonable doubt that Mr. Koehler’s client possessed the firearm in question. In Josue Lopez Ambrocio v. District of Columbia, 124 A.3d 628 (D.C. 2015), Mr. Koehler argued successfully that the government had failed to comply with its obligations under the Jencks Act. The case was thus remanded to the trial court for further findings. Finally, in DeAndre Brooks v. United States, 130 A.3d 952 (D.C. 2015), the Court of Appeals reversed his client’s conviction for Possession of Drug Paraphernalia on the basis of insufficient evidence.
The American Bar Association named the “Koehler Law Blog” as one of the nation’s top 100 law blogs for five years straight, and as the top criminal justice blog overall for 2011 and 2012. Mr. Koehler was honored as a “Top 100 Trial Lawyer by the National Trial Lawyers in 2014, and in 2015, the American Institute of Criminal Defense Lawyers gave him its 10 Best in Client Satisfaction Award.
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20 years | 800 cases
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20 years | 200 cases
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Chat withState: District of Columbia
Acquired: 2009
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State: Maryland
Acquired: 2013
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State: Virginia
Acquired: 2010
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State: Pennsylvania
Acquired: 2006
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803 D Street, NW, Suite 300, Washington, DC, 20001
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Posted by Karen | May 04, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Domestic Violence
If I could give 10 stars I would
Mr. Koehler represented me as the petitioner in a DC CPO case, a horrific affair, 9 months of stalking, harassment, threats of violence and extortion. If I could give 10 stars I would. Mr. Koehler is that unique combination of highly knowledgeable and competent, while being incredibly personable. ...
Posted by anonymous | July 18, 2019 | Lawsuits & Disputes
Really Knowledgeable and Great Demeanor
As many people often do, I realized (too late) that I may have made a mistake in handling a situation and could have potentially opened myself up to liability. I called Jamison to get a quick take on my situation. To my surprise, he picked up the phone immediately and made time to discuss. He had imm...
Posted by anonymous | March 04, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
Genuinely Caring
What else can I say that hasn't been said already? He is a kind, sensitive, intelligent lawyer that genuinely cared about my unfortunate situation. He was very patient and answered all my numerous and excessive questions. He even promptly replied to my email at 4 AM! Who does that? And of course...
Posted by anonymous | February 03, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
Formidable
Mr. Koehler successfully represented myself in a misdemeanor charge. Since the first time we got in touch, he was clear, accurate and extremely honest. His job was outstanding during my representation. I obtained a deferred prosecution agreement, that was the best scenario for my case. I completely ...
Posted by anonymous | February 03, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
Highly recommended: Mr. Koehler is quick, clear and extremely proficient.
My brother, who I support, found himself in the unfortunate situation of having to clear his name from a misdemeanor charge. This was an incredibly stressful time for our family, and since he is about to go to school, his future could have been seriously thwarted. We spoke to multiple attorneys and f...
"Mr. Koehler is a very knowledgeable attorney and always prepared. He zealously advocates for his clients."
"I endorse this lawyer. Mr Koehler is first rate as a legal scholar and practioner . He’s hard working professional and diligent in his practice . You will not find a more competent or committed advocate for your case."
"Jamison is a dedicated and effective lawyer for his clients. I have trusted him to refer clients to when I have had a date conflict. I continue recommending Jamison."
"I strongly endorse Mr. Jamison Koehler. I have referred cases clients to Mr. Koehler and his service and dedication to each and every one of them was admirable and outstanding. He is a gifted and talented lawyer and uses innovative and intense strategies to obtain the best possible outcomes for his clients. He is also a genuinely kind and caring person and places his clients above everything and everyone during the course of the representation."
"I endorse this lawyer. Jamison is a skilled litigator who shows exceptional dedication to his clients. His criminal law blog is a must-read. Jamison knows how to win cases."
"I highly recommend Mr. Koehler for anyone looking for a quality defense attorney. Jameson Koehler is a well known and very able attorney who practices in the Superior Court in Washington D.C. I have personally witnessed Mr. Koehler's advocacy and his ability to obtain great results for his clients. I recommend Mr. Koehler."
"Jamison is the best kind of thoughtful and diligent lawyer, who acts under the premise that preparation leads to a successful defense for clients, and one from whom I learn much. I highly endorse Jamison."
"Jamie is a criminal defense lawyer doing it right. He has built his practice on high quality representation of individuals, and a commitment to justice."
"Really understands the issue of how to best protect his clients from immigration consequences that could come up as a result of a criminal case."
"Jamison Koehler is an outstanding criminal defense lawyer who has a nuanced understanding of the law and who cares deeply for his clients. I suggest that you take a look at Mr. Koehler's website as evidence of this. It is one of the most informative sites around on matters of criminal defense in Washington, D.C. and Virginia."
"Jamison is a great lawyer who fights for his clients. He is very knowledgeable about the law and the criminal justice system. I would trust Jamison to handle to a case for me or a member of my family."
"Jamie Koehler is a great lawyer and a great person. He cares deeply for his clients and is fearless in his work to fight for them. If a member of my family was in serious trouble and needed a criminal defense lawyer, I would have no doubt that Jamie Koehler would fight for his or her freedom with all he had."
"Mr. Koehler and I had numerous cases against eachother when I was an Assistant District Attorney. I can say that he was tough as nails and always honest. I can remember a particular DUI case where we butted heads repeatedly, and as heated as it got, he was professional and on point. He never lost focus. On that same case he was also able to have the evidence supressed, and the District Attorney's Office was forced to withdraw the case. It was a fantastic win for him."
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2015
2015 Client Satisfaction Award, American Institute of Criminal Law Attormeys
2014
Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers
2014
ABA Blawg 100 for 2014, American Bar Association
2013
ABA Blawg 100 for 2013, American Bar Association
2012
Top Criminal Justice Blog, American Bar Association
2012
ABA Blawg 100 for 2012, American Bar Association
2011
Top Criminal Justice Blog, American Bar Association
2011
ABA Blawg 100 for 2011, American Bar Association
1992
Citation for Excellence in Protecting the Ozone Layer, United Nations Environment Program
1992
Gold Medal For Work on Climate Convention, U.S. Environmental Protection Agency
2009 - Present
Principal, Koehler Law
2006 - 2009
Assistant Defender, Defender Association of Philadelphia
2000 - 2002
Chief of Staff to Assistant Administrator, U.S. Environmental Protection Agency
1997 - 2000
Director, Office of Technology Cooperation, U.S. Environmental Protection Agency
1994 - 1997
Director, International Issues Division, U.S. Environmental Protection Agency
2015 - Present
American Association of Premier DUI AttorneysFounding Member
2012 - Present
D.C. Trial Lawyers AssociationMember
2011 - Present
Virginia Association of Criminal Defense LawyersMember
2010 - Present
D.C. Superior Court Trial Lawyers AssociationMember
2010 - Present
Virginia Trial Lawyers AssociationMember
2010 - Present
National College for DUI DefenseMember
2009 - 2011
American Bar AssociationMember
2006
JD - Juris Doctor
1983
M.S.F.S.
1981
BA - Bachelor of Arts
2014
The Challenges of Working With Juveniles After They Have Been Committed
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English
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