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Jason M Kalafat
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Practice Areas
4
Practice Areas
Criminal Defense
45%
25 years | 500 cases
DUI and DWI
40%
24 years | 400 cases
White Collar Crime
10%
21 years | 50 cases
Federal Crime
5%
22 years | 45 cases
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Cost
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Licensed in District of Columbia for 16 years
State: District of Columbia
Acquired: 2009
No misconduct found
Licensed in Arizona for 24 years
State: Arizona
Acquired: 2001
No misconduct found
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Jason Kalafat, Attorney at Law
600 F Street NW, Suite 300, Washington, DC, 20004
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Jason M Kalafat's Reviews
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Showing 6 - 10 of 17 reviews | Character & Conduct
Posted by anonymous | November 04, 2015 | Hired Attorney | Gun Law
I could not have asked for better representation
DC is not a friendly or fair jurisdiction when it comes to out of state, lawful gun owners who find themselves visiting, passing through, or doing business in the District. Something as simple a single spent shell case can have the entire weight of the DC/Fed. Government come crashing down on you wit...
Posted by anonymous | June 09, 2015
Simply the Best..........
Simply the most comforting and thoughtful person you can have working on your behalf. A true expert with all the knowledge to make you get the best results. I met with several attorneys at the time and Jason stood out as an extremely organized professional who new the system well. He will go the e...
Posted by anonymous | February 23, 2014 | Criminal Defense
Jason is the best is the BEST in DC!
Jason came highly recommended by a friend of mine who found himself in the same unfortunate scenario in a previous year. He said to go with Jason as he was known as the best in DC.. In addition to my friend, I heard about Jason from other acquaintances who had said that he was the only person to s...
Posted by Kaleab | January 24, 2014 | DUI & DWI
my experience with Jason Kalafat
As someone with a third offense DUI charge, I was satisfied with the results of Jason’s work. He was able to get me a great plea deal and I got the minimum mandatory sentence that DC had for my charge. He gave me a great understanding of all potential outcomes throughout the whole process, and told m...
Posted by Scott | December 05, 2013 | Lawsuits & Disputes
Making the best of a bad situation
I searched online for firms in the DC area that dealt in cases similar to mine. I contacted Price Benowitz and the intake person put me in touch with Jason Kalafat the next day. This was uncharted territory for me and I was looking for someone who could explain everything to me. Jason was very inform...
Jason M Kalafat's Lawyer Endorsements
"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."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"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."
"Best DC-area DUI and criminal defense lawyer."
"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 is a very intelligent, talented, and personable lawyer. He does outstanding work."
"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."
"I endorse this lawyer's work. Jason M. Kalafat is an extremely competent, skillful attorney."
"I endorse this lawyer's work."
"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 have worked closely with Jason and he is a master of his craft."
"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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Experience
Honors
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
Work Experience
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.
Associations
National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers
Member
American Bar Association
Member
Sandra Day O'Connor Inn of Court
Member
Sample of Legal Cases
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
Education
2000
Vanderbilt Univesity School of Law
Juris Doctorate
1997
West Virginia University
Bachelor of Arts
N/A
Carnegie Mellon University
Speaking Engagements
2007
Phoenix School of Law Career Symposium
Private Criminal Defense Practice
2005
Arizona Public Defender's Association Annual Conference
Keeping Out Rule 404(c) "Bad Acts" Evidence
2004
Arizona State University Career Symposium
Career Development and Public Interest Law
1997
Annual Philosophy Conference
The Philosphy of Leibniz
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers