Patrice was an excellent lawyer that did not back down from a high profile case that other lawyers were scared to take. She was relentless in dealing with every detail of the case and was victorious in the end. I highly recommend her as a lawyer and would use her again if need be.
Felonies, Misdemeanors, Juvenile, DUI, and Domestic Violence charges. This includes traffic, drug, weapons, assault, sex crimes, and homicide. It also includes post-conviction work (appeals, expungements, etc.) and restraining orders.
Defend lawsuits for alleged criminal behavior.
Prosecute suits for police brutality, enforcement of contracts, and violations of intellectual property rights.
12 years
Trial lawyer Patrice A. Sulton is the Principal of Sulton Law Offices, PLLC, in Washington, DC. An experienced and passionate advocate, Patrice specializes in securing favorable outcomes for her clients in the areas of Criminal Defense and Civil Litigation. Patrice regularly testifies before the City Council on legislation, particularly provisions of the criminal code, and she is highly sought-after as a legal expert and commentator on social justice issues. She teaches Trial Advocacy at GW Law. SuperLawyers, the National Bar, and the Legal Times have recognized her as a Rising Star in the District of Columbia.Â
Patrice holds a Bachelors of Arts in Philosophy from the University of Wisconsin – Madison and a Juris Doctor from The George Washington University Law School. In 2008, GW Law awarded her the Justice Thurgood Marshall Award for her commitment to civil rights, the John F. Evans Award for outstanding advocacy in her criminal defense clinic, and the pro bono award for her service to the community. Â
Prior to beginning her practice, Patrice worked for the NAACP, the Washington Lawyers Committee on Civil Rights and Urban Affairs, and the Public Defender Service for the District of Columbia.  She also completed a year-long clerkship with the Honorable Sheila A. Venable, the Presiding Criminal Judge in Hudson County, New Jersey.
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Patrice is Very responsive she makes sure she stays on task and she nakes sure you know all the details for your case to solve
Posted by anonymous | April 29, 2017
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Fearless, Confident and Victorious
Patrice was an excellent lawyer that did not back down from a high profile case that other lawyers were scared to take. She was relentless in dealing with every detail of the case and was victorious in the end. I highly recommend her as a lawyer and would use her again if need be.
Posted by anonymous | March 30, 2017
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Needed a lawyer
Did not hire but the consultation was great
Posted by Dillon | January 11, 2015
Innocent
I was charged with Simple Assault. When we went to trial Ms. Sulton absolutely demolished the prosecutor. She is confident when she speaks, has everything planned out, and is well prepared. When all the witnesses had been called and it was time for their closing remarks the prosecutor went first. I was a little nervous when he finished, up until it was Ms. Sultons turn. She left no doubt in anyone's mind that I was indeed innocent, and poked holes in the prosecutor and witnesses statements with ease. Highly recommend Ms. Sulton.
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Posted by anonymous | January 6, 2015
I would highly recommend Ms. Sulton and would seek her out in the future.
In my professional experience with Ms. Sulton, she has consistently shown herself to be a knowledgeable, competent, fair, and ethical legal professional. She is a skillful attorney, with a knack for building strong working relationships with her clients. I have also found that when urgent matters arise, Ms. Sulton is available and responds in a prompt and thoughtful manner. Ms. Sulton approaches cases in a systematic and thorough fashion, without losing sight of the client as an individual. She is a skilled and confident lawyer, who is able to expertly advise her clients, and help them successfully resolve a range of legal matters. I would highly recommend her services and would seek her out in the future.
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Posted by anonymous | January 5, 2015
Excellent Attorney, Highly Recommended
Patrice was recommended to me by a friend, and I sought her services to address concerns regarding a change in the terms of my contract as an independent contractor. Patrice reviewed the contracts thoroughly and made edits, comments, and other modifications. She was also very thorough in explaining the modifications she made and educating me about general things to look for in reading contracts. She was extremely supportive and provided much reassurance to me along the way as I negotiated the revisions of the contract with my employer. I found her to be warm, empathic, and friendly, and she clearly demonstrated strong knowledge, skill, and competence. She provided sound advice and listened to and understood my concerns. She was very respectful of my wishes and provided gentle reassurance and encouragement for me to be more firm or assertive when needed. I have much trust in her, and although I did not have to go to court, I took great comfort in knowing that I would be well represented by her in court if the need arose. I would definitely seek services from Patrice again in the future if needed, and I would (and have already) recommend her to others wholeheartedly.
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Criminal defense Attorney | Jan 17
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"Ms. Sulton, is an excellent lawyer, she knows the law, not just the case law but the legislative history and process. She has Strong Courtroom Skills and is a Zealous Advocate for her clients. I Highly endorse her for criminal defense, civil or entertainment law."
Criminal defense Attorney | Jan 04
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"Ms. Sulton is very professional and extraordinarily knowledgeable about criminal and civil rights. She is a pleasure to work with and is an awesome source of knowledge about current issues, legal and procedural trends, and attorney resources. Her passion for her craft and the principles of fairness are evident in her everyday practice and many professional successes and accolades. The various communities and organizations she supports and represents are fortunate to have her. I also look forward to brainstorming and partnering with her in the future."