Amy Mcmullen Harber

Amy Mcmullen Harber

also known as Amy McMullen

5.0
Rating: 8.1

Licensed for 18 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Leesburg, VA
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Personal Injury, Speeding & Traffic Ticket ... +2 more

107 Loudoun Street SE, Suite 2D, Leesburg, VA

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Free Consultation

$0 first 20 minutes


Payment Methods

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Licenses

Licensed in Virginia for 18 years

State: Virginia

Acquired: 2008

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Harber Legal PLLC

107 Loudoun Street SE, Suite 2D, Leesburg, VA, 20176

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Amy Mcmullen Harber's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

13 Client Reviews

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Posted by anonymous | August 13, 2026 | Hired Attorney

Exceptional Representation in Loudoun County

I hired Amy to represent me on a reckless driving charge in Loudoun County, and I could not be more satisfied with both her representation and the outcome of my case. From the beginning, Amy was extremely thorough and realistic. She never overpromised or gave me false assurances. Instead, she expl...ained the process, managed my expectations carefully, and gave me very specific guidance on what I could do to strengthen my case. She recommended a driving course and community service and, well in advance of the court date, gave me clear instructions about the documentation and letters I should prepare for mitigation. I arrived in court feeling that we had done everything reasonably possible to present the strongest case. I also particularly appreciated Amy’s judgment regarding issues outside her own area of practice. She identified early on that the criminal charge could potentially have implications beyond the traffic case and was very clear that I should obtain separate advice from an immigration attorney rather than making assumptions or giving advice outside her expertise. That level of transparency and professional judgment gave me considerable peace of mind. On the day of court, Amy was punctual, prepared, and clearly very familiar with the Loudoun County court system. It was immediately apparent that she knows the local procedures and the people involved and is well known and respected in the courthouse. That local experience was one of the reasons I chose her, and seeing her work confirmed that I had made the right decision. My case was resolved through an agreement without going to trial. The reckless driving charge was dismissed and replaced with a local ordinance violation carrying only a fine and no driver’s-license points. The outcome was significantly better than I had expected. I also worked with Amy during her transition to opening her own firm. She handled that process with complete transparency, clearly explained my options, and never pressured me about whether to remain with her or with her previous firm. I chose to continue with Amy because I had hired her specifically for her experience and reputation in Loudoun County, and I am very glad I did. I would recommend Amy without hesitation to anyone facing a reckless driving or serious traffic charge in Loudoun County. She knows the court, understands how to prepare a strong mitigation case, communicates clearly, manages expectations responsibly, and gives the case the attention it deserves. In my experience, she provided exactly the kind of local, knowledgeable, and careful representation I was looking for.

Posted by Jenn | December 17, 2025 | Hired Attorney

Amy knows Loudoun!

Amy Harber was an excellent attorney for juvenile traffic court in Loudoun. She has a firm understanding on what is required in the Loudoun. We were very prepared ahead of our scheduled court date with a full understanding on what could help (community service) and she promptly answered any questio...ns I had leading up to the court date. Most importantly, she let me know that we didn’t NEED a lawyer and yet freely gave a free consult on how to handle the reckless driving situation. That was a first from the 5-6 other lawyers I had called. Our outcome was most favorable (no points) although not a guarantee, everything she suggested was a help in our defense. I highly recommend that you go with Amy Harber for Traffic Court!

Posted by Megan | August 25, 2025 | Hired Attorney

The Lawyer You Want After an Accident

I worked with Amy Harber at Whitlock Law after a car accident that left both me and my passenger injured. Amy was involved every step of the way, and I can’t say enough good things about her. She explained everything clearly; how to get medical care, and get a rental car while my car was being repair...ed, and how to deal with the insurance company. She even handled my passenger’s injury claim as part of it all. This was a load-off my conscious! Amy’s team was also super helpful and easy to work with. In the end both of us got settlements that were better than we expected. What really stood out was Amy’s experience. She used to be legal counsel for a big insurance company, and it shows. She knew exactly how to push back on the insurance company’s usual delays and runarounds. I’d recommend her in a heartbeat—having her in your corner makes all the difference.

Posted by Chris | August 22, 2025 | Hired Attorney

Amy Harber Guided Us Through a Stressful Insurance Claim With Ease

We hired Whitlock Law to help with a diminished value claim after our almost-new car was damaged in an accident. It wasn’t totaled, but it definitely lost value. Amy Harber handled our case at Whitlock and made the whole process easy to understand and easier to execute. She knew exactly what to do... and walked us through everything from the inspection to dealing with the insurance company to getting the final settlement. In the end, we got compensated for the loss in value and got our rental car costs fully reimbursed. Their team was friendly, responsive, and made sure we understood every step. Honestly, I don’t know how we would’ve handled this without her. Honestly, I doubt we would have even tried to navigate the nightmare that is the insurance claim system. If you’re dealing with this kind of thing, just call Amy—you’ll be glad you did.

Posted by Pamela | July 18, 2025 | Hired Attorney

Compassionate, honest, and highly effective

I hired Amy to help with a difficult medical subrogation issue after a car accident during my pregnancy. She took the time to understand my situation, communicated clearly, and handled everything with incredible professionalism and care. What felt overwhelming and confusing at first was resolved quic...kly and with a better outcome than I expected. Thanks entirely to her expertise and dedication. Amy was transparent about fees, responsive throughout the process, and genuinely cared about helping me, not just closing a case. I also appreciated that her team was kind, bilingual, and easy to work with. I’m very grateful for her help and would absolutely recommend her to anyone dealing with insurance or personal injury complications.

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"Amy is a great criminal litigator. She is smart, well-prepared and very responsive to her clients and her opponents."

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Experience

Rating:  8.1 (Excellent)

Honors

2019

“40 Under 40”, Loudoun Times-Mirror

2019

“Loudoun 100”, Loudoun Now

Work Experience

2024 - 2026

Managing Attorney, Virginia, Whitlock Law, PLLC

2020 - 2024

Senior Attorney, Allstate Insurance Company

2012 - 2020

Assistant Commonwealth’s Attorney, Loudoun County

2008 - 2012

Assistant Commonwealth’s Attorney, City of Hampton

2004 - 2008

Assistant Director, Victim/Witness Program, Spotsylvania County

Associations

2023 - Present

Loudoun Bar Foundation

Treasurer

2021 - Present

Virginia State Bar

Committee on Lawyer Referral

2020 - Present

Virginia Women’s Attorney’s Association, Loudoun Chapter

2012 - Present

Loudoun County Bar Association

2025 - 2026

Fairfax Bar Association

2021 - 2022

Town of Leesburg Police Task Force

Past Chair

2014 - 2020

Loudoun Community Criminal Justice Board

Past Chair

2013 - 2021

Loudoun Community Services Board

Past Vice Chair

Education

2007

George Mason University

JD - Juris Doctor

2004

University of Richmond

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2024

Oliver Hill/Samuel Tucker Pre-Law Institute Intro to Trial Procedure

Languages

English

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