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During almost two decades of defending criminal and serious traffic cases in Washington, D.C. and Northern Virginia, Jay P. Mykytiuk has built a reputation as a skilled and reliable trial lawyer. Respected by his clients and his peers, Jay has been recognized as a Washington, D.C. Super Lawyer and by the National Trial Lawyers Association as one of the Top 100 Trial Lawyers in the region. He has the highest peer-reviewed rating from Martindale-Hubbell of “AV-Preeminent”–scoring a perfect 5.0 of 5.0, reflecting the highest level of professional excellence.
Mr. Mykytiuk’s Background
Learning to swim in the deep end, Mr. Mykytiuk began his legal career with the Arlington County Public Defender’s Office, where he handled hundreds of serious criminal cases before transitioning to private practice at a major DC law firm, and later, as a solo practitioner. Prior to co-founding Monument Legal, Mr. Mykytiuk was a Partner at the Criminal Defense firm of Scrofano Law, PC. for eight years. There, he handled felonies, misdemeanors, serious traffic offenses, and Civil Protection Orders in D.C. Superior Court and in Arlington, Alexandria, and Fairfax counties. He appears regularly in federal court in Washington, D.C. and is a member of the Criminal Justice Act panel in the United States District Court for the Eastern District of Virginia.
Continuous Improvement and Education in Law
Mr. Mykytiuk has been recognized as a criminal justice expert by the United States Department of Justice and served as a peer reviewer for their Wrongful Conviction Review grant program. With his current law partner, Christopher Mutimer, Mr. Mykytiuk annually teaches the Continuing Legal Education course, “How to Handle a Criminal Case in D.C. Superior Court.” He is always willing to serve as a mentor to young lawyers navigating the ins and outs of practicing criminal defense. In 2017, Mr. Mykytiuk completed the official Standardized Field Sobriety Testing course in Atlanta, Georgia, to better prepare him for defending DUI cases.
Mr. Mykytiuk’s Hobbies Outside of Monument Legal
Mr. Mykytiuk has called the DMV home for the past 30 years. When not standing up for his clients’ rights, Mr. Mykytiuk enjoys spending time with his wife, two energetic sons, and loyal dog. With a long track record of success and an unmatched dedication to his clients, Mr. Mykytiuk is the defense attorney you deserve.
Jay has been recognized as a Washington, D.C. Super Lawyer and by the National Trial Lawyers Association as one of the Top 100 Trial Lawyers in the region.
Jay has been recognized as a Washington, D.C. Super Lawyer and by the National Trial Lawyers Association as one of the Top 100 Trial Lawyers in the region.
Jay has been recognized as a Washington, D.C. Super Lawyer and by the National Trial Lawyers Association as one of the Top 100 Trial Lawyers in the region.
Jay has been recognized as a Washington, D.C. Super Lawyer and by the National Trial Lawyers Association as one of the Top 100 Trial Lawyers in the region.
Jay has been recognized as a Washington, D.C. Super Lawyer and by the National Trial Lawyers Association as one of the Top 100 Trial Lawyers in the region.
Jay has been recognized as a Washington, D.C. Super Lawyer and by the National Trial Lawyers Association as one of the Top 100 Trial Lawyers in the region.
Jay has been recognized as a Washington, D.C. Super Lawyer and by the National Trial Lawyers Association as one of the Top 100 Trial Lawyers in the region.
Jay has been recognized as a Washington, D.C. Super Lawyer and by the National Trial Lawyers Association as one of the Top 100 Trial Lawyers in the region.
Jay has been recognized as a Washington, D.C. Super Lawyer and by the National Trial Lawyers Association as one of the Top 100 Trial Lawyers in the region.
Practice Areas
9
Practice Areas
Criminal Defense
12%
20 years | 500 cases
DUI and DWI
12%
20 years | 100 cases
Domestic Violence
12%
20 years | 150 cases
Federal Crime
12%
14 years | 10 cases
Fees and Rates
Cost
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
Awards
2018 2016 2014
Licenses
Licensed in District of Columbia for 18 years
State: District of Columbia
Acquired: 2007
No misconduct found
Licensed in Virginia for 19 years
State: Virginia
Acquired: 2006
No misconduct found
Location
Monument Legal
(866) 985-6023
Mobile
1100 H Street Northwest, Suite 1010, Washington, DC, 20005
monumentlegal.com/Monument Legal
(866) 985-6023
Mobile
4023 Chain Bridge Road, Suite 9b, Fairfax, VA, 22030
monumentlegal.com/Monument Legal
(866) 985-6023
Mobile
2800 East Grand River Avenue B1, Lansing, MI, 48912
monumentlegal.com/Gallery
Online Presence
Other places you can find Jay online.
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Posted by anonymous | November 09, 2020 | Hired Attorney
Misdemeanor charge dismissed but could have improvements
Mr. Mykytuik represented me in a domestic assault charge in Northern Virginia three years ago. I had originally left a very positive review but a sense of dissatisfactory and deprivation has lingered me since. There were two particular incidents during the course of consultation that I felt offended ...
Jay P Mykytiuk's Lawyer Endorsements
"I highly recommend Jay to anyone and everyone facing a DWI/DUI/OVI case. Jay has a very specialized skill set that a lot of attorney’s do not have. Jay has completed the NHTSA Standardized Field Sobriety Test certification course and knows exactly what to look for when handling these cases."
"Jay is a highly-trained and certified expert regarding NHTSA field sobriety testing. Because of this, Jay knows how to explain what you, the accused, did right on a sobriety test, and what the arresting officer did wrong. Jay should be among your first choices for any DUI/DWI case. Highly recommended."
"Jay is certified to conduct standardized field sobriety tests using the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) guidelines. Because of this certification Jay is the go-to man for any OVI/DUI/DWI case. I highly recommend this attorney."
"I met Jay at a multi-day specialized DUI defense training course. His participation in this and other additional DUI focused training has demonstrated a superior commitment to Justice for his clients by actively, and consistently, seeking and participating in extensive specialized training in the area of DUI/DWI detection and defense placing him in the top percentile of attorneys capable of fighting and debunking the science. I highly recommend this attorney."
"Jay is an incredible attorney. If I ever got in trouble I would call Jay first. He is an incredible legal mind who has the ability to get amazing results for his clients. If anyone is on the fence about hiring Jay, let this be the tipping point his favor. He is an incredible attorney and will not let you down."
"Mr. Mykytiuk is an attorney I can endorse without hesitation. Ethical, intelligent, and a zealous advocate for his clients are just a few of the characteristics that define him. You are in good hands with him by your side."
"I have known Jay for years as a hardworking, upstanding attorney who is dedicated to providing the best representation to his clients."
"Attorney Mykytiuk never stops fighting for his clients. I highly recommend Attorney Mykytiuk,"
"I endorse this lawyer."
"I had the honor of working with Jay for about five years. In that time, I got to know him well. I know him to be passionate about the practice of law, always prepared and always professional. Because he loves what he does, he does it very well. I endorse Jay wholeheartedly."
"Jay Mykytiuk is a great criminal defense attorney with an outstanding legal mind and ability to strategize in serious cases. I recommend Mr. Mykytiuk highly."
"Mr. Mykytiuk is a zealous legal advocate who defends his clients with compassion and tenacity. I strongly endorse him as a criminal defense attorney."
"I endorse this lawyer. I supervised Jay for three years and found him to be knowledgeable, hard-working, and ethical. We have also worked on a number of criminal cases as co-counsel, and I can attest that he is an aggressive and determined defense lawyer for the most serious crimes."
"I am honored to endorse Jay. Not only is he an outstanding lawyer, he is also committed to promoting fair and equitable justice for all people. He is an excellent legal mind who works tirelessly for his clients. He has the experience and work ethic necessary to make a difference. I would highly recommend Jay to any of my clients."
"Jay is a great lawyer. He is hardworking and dedicated to getting his clients the best possible results. I would gladly recommend Jay to handle any immigration or criminal case."
"Jay is hardworking, focused, and passionate about his cases. If you are looking for an experienced criminal defense lawyer who will pay attention to your case, look no further. Without hesitation, I endorse Jay Mykytiuk."
"Jay Mykytuik is a skilled orator and a sharp legal mind. Moreover, he is empathetic to his clients and their families, a trait missing in many attorneys who do this type of work. I have worked with him for many years and it is a true pleasure watching him in court, as he argues circles around his opponents. I recommend him as an attorney unreservedly."
"I have known Jay for 8 years since we were public defenders together in Arlington County. He is a talented courtroom lawyer and skilled negotiator."
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DUI and DWI lawyer
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DUI and DWI lawyer
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Jordan Knabb
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Graziella Bianchi
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Sweta Patel
Criminal defense lawyer
Christopher Mutimer
DUI and DWI lawyer
Joseph Beale
Family lawyer
Kirk Niemi
Construction and development lawyer
Sean Farrelly
Criminal defense lawyer
David Akulian
Criminal defense lawyer
Douglas Daly
Family lawyer
Brad Simon
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Charles Burnham
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Daniel Gross
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Experience
Honors
2025
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2023
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2022
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2021
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2020
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2018
America's Top 100 Criminal Defense Attorneys, America's Top 100 Criminal Defense Attorneys
2017
AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2016
Top 100 Lawyers, American Society of Legal Advocates
2015
Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers
2007
Felony Representation Certification, Virginia Indigent Defense Commission
2007
Juvenile Representation Certification, Virginia Indigent Defense Commission
N/A
AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
Work Experience
2024 - Present
Founding Partner, Monument Legal
1900 - Present
Of Counsel, Scrofano Law PC
2016 - 2024
Partner, Scrofano Law PC
2014 - 2016
Attorney at Law, JPMLegal
2009 - 2014
Associate, Regan Associates, Chartered
2007 - 2009
Assistant Public Defender, Arlington County Public Defender's Office
Associations
2016 - Present
National Association of Criminal Defense AttorneysMember
2013 - Present
Criminal Justice Act Panel for the US District Court for the Eastern District of VirginaMember
2012 - Present
District of Columbia Superior Court Trial Lawyers AssociationMember
2011 - Present
Criminal Justice Act Panel for the DC Superior CourtMember
Sample of Legal Cases
Assault and Weapon Possession
Not guilty
Education
2006
Southwestern University School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
1996
Trinity College
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Publications
2017
District of Columbia Practice Manual
Criminal Law and Practice
2016
Scrofano Law Blog
Taking the Gloves Off: Good Things Can Happen When You Go To Trial
2015
Scrofano Law Blog
A Matter of Trust: On Hiring a Washington, D.C. Criminal Defense Laywer
2006
Behind Closed Doors: Troubling Indications of Overbroad Secrecy in Anti-Terrorist Legislation in the United States and Canada
Southwestern Journal of Law and Trade in the Americas
Languages
English