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Acquired: 2009
No misconduct found
State: Arizona
Acquired: 2001
No misconduct found
600 F Street NW, Suite 300, Washington, DC, 20004
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Posted by Anthony | August 4, 2025 | Hired Attorney
Attorney Kalafat is truly exceptional. He is professional, honest, and incredibly knowledgeable about the law. From start to finish, he fought tirelessly on my behalf and always made me feel supported throughout the process. I’m deeply grateful for his dedication and representation in my case. If I c...
Posted by Sri | July 7, 2025 | Hired Attorney
When searching for legal counsel in the face of criminal charges, one is often consumed by anxiety, uncertainty, and fear of the unknown. The stakes could not be higher—your freedom, reputation, and the fabric of your daily life hang in the balance. In these moments, what you need is not just a lawye...
Posted by anonymous | June 11, 2025 | Hired Attorney
Jason lost my case. He told me he was a pitbull in court but every morning he would talk and laugh it up with the prosecutor. There is not enough space in here to explain how much he messed up. I lost everything. Then I foolishly hired him for the appeal. He also lost the appeal. Jason wouldn't call ...
Posted by anonymous | November 27, 2019 | Hired Attorney
Jason was amazing both as our attorney and counselor in every sense of the word. He not only brought our case to the best resolution possible, but he was a pillar of support and calm throughout. He was responsive, attentive, patient, extremely knowledgeable and the only person you want in your legal ...
Posted by Ivory | February 6, 2019 | Hired Attorney
Jason was a god send, we got the best possible outcome. I would recommend him to anyone who needs representation in DC. Great lawyer and Great guy. I wish I could give him 10 stars!
"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."
"Mr. Kalafat is a great lawyer. He does fantastic work for his clients. I endorse him whole-heartedly."
"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."
"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."
"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."
"As a criminal defense lawyer myself, I have often been able to observe Jason work. In my opinion, he is an outstanding lawyer."
"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."
"Mr. Kalafat is an excellent attorney who diligently represents his clients in a very professional manner."
"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."
"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."
"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."
"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."
"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."
"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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2011
AV Preeminent Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2010
AV Preeminent Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2010
Avvo's 2010 Top 50 Northeast Lawyers - Top 10 DUI Attorney, Acela Arrive Magazine
1997
Graduate of the Year, West Virginia University - College of Arts & Sciences
1996
Purinton Philosophy Scholar, West Virginia University
2017 - Present
Partner, Farrelly Kalafat PC
2009 - 2017
Partner, Price Benowitz, LLP
2008 - 2009
, Private Contract Attorney
2005 - 2008
Member, Kimerer & Derrick
2002 - 2005
Deputy Public Defender, Maricopa County Public Defender's Office
2000 - 2002
Associate, Snell & Wilmer L.L.P.
Member
Member
Member
Not guilty all counts
Not guilty
Not guilty all charges
Not guilty all charges
Case dismissed
Not guilty
Not guilty all counts
Not guilty
Jury trial - not guilty on all charges
Not guilty on all counts
Jury trial - not guilty all charges (including lesser-included simple possession charge)
Jury trial - not guilty on all counts
Hung jury, misdemeanor plea
Acquitted of all felony counts
Case dismissed
Not guilty verdict at trial
Not guilty verdict at trial
Not guilty verdict at trial
Not guilty verdict at trial
Not guilty verdicts on all charges at jury trial
Client acquitted on all charges by jury.
Not guilty verdict at trial
deferred sentencing - charges dismissed
Not guily verdict at jury trial
Not guilty verdict after jury trial
Guilty verdict dismissed; reduced plea obtained
Not guilty verdict on all charges after jury trial
2000
Juris Doctorate
1997
Bachelor of Arts
N/A
2007
Private Criminal Defense Practice
2005
Keeping Out Rule 404(c) "Bad Acts" Evidence
2004
Career Development and Public Interest Law
1997
The Philosphy of Leibniz
English
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