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Charles Francis Koehler Jr.

Criminal defense Attorney at Leesburg, VA

5.0   40 reviews

also known as Koehler and Vernail

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  • Licensed for 22 years
    State VA
    Acquired 2001
    Status
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About Charles

Learn Charles’s areas of practice.

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Practice areas
  1. Criminal defense
    30%
    Simply being accused of a crime can change your life. The penalties of a conviction can haunt you for years after you’ve served your sentence and may affect what kinds of jobs you’re able to obtain and even where you’re allowed to live. Call now.

    19 years

  2. Child custody
    20%
    Your children are your most important asset. To make sure your parenting schedule is fair to both parents, call Attorney Koehler today for a case evaluation.

    19 years

  3. Divorce and separation
    20%
    If you are looking to end your marriage, Attorney Koehler can help you through this. Chances are good it will be an emotionally trying and difficult period in your life. You will need a lawyer that is compassionate yet aggressive.

    19 years

  4. DUI and DWI
    10%
    If you are facing DWI charges, you need qualified legal counsel on your side. Contact Attorney Koehler, to speak with an experienced DWI attorney.

    19 years

  5. Family
    10%
    Attorney Koehler is a premier family law attorney that can help you with your family legal needs. He has years of experience helping people in Michigan through their family issues. Give him a call now.

    19 years

  6. Juvenile law
    10%

    19 years

LEGAL ISSUES TEND TO ARISE WHEN YOU LEAST EXPECT THEM. WHEN YOU'RE FACED WITH AN ARREST, A DIVORCE, OR A CIVIL DISPUTE, HIRING A SKILLED ATTORNEY IS YOUR BEST CHANCE OF OBTAINING A POSITIVE RESULT. I HAVE REPRESENTED VIRGINIANS IN CRIMINAL AND FAMILY LAW CASES MORE THAN A DECADE.

I handle a wide range of cases and I am licensed to practice in the Commonwealth of Virginia and West Virginia. I provide personal attention to each of my clients and quick and efficient attention to each case. My knowledge of the law and commitment to your best interests are qualities make me a wise choice for all your legal needs. 

In 1992, I received his bachelor’s degree from George Mason University. Immediately afterward, I continued my education at Marshall University, where I received a masters degree in Communication Studies with a minor in Pollitcal Science.   While attending Marshall University, Mr. Koehler was a Graduate Teaching Assistantand published a research paper at an educational conference.

While maintaining a fulltime job as a regulatory complliance officer in the health insurance industry, I returned to school in 1997 to pursue my law degree at George Mason University School of Law as a night student. After graduating in 2001, I worked as an associate with Martin and Seibert in West Virginia focusing on creditor rights and civil litigation. In 2004, I began working for the Daniel Group in Winchester, Virginia, where he was able to expand his practice areas to Criminal Defense and Family Law while maintaining an active Civil Litigation practice.

In 2006 I opened my solo practice in Leesburg, Virginia, where he still focuses his practice on Criminal Defense, Family Law and Civil Litigation.

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Charles Francis Koehler Jr.
20 West Market Street, Suite K
Leesburg, VA, 20176

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Posted by Shahid | August 20, 2020
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Excellent attorney
Great lawyer. Always respond to phone calls. Always on time. He made a great plea bargain with the Prosecutor Attorney. Reduced points and fine.
Posted by anonymous | July 6, 2020
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So beyond helpful!
Thank you so much for everything, Charles. You truly went out of your way to make my legal case the best case scenario!
Posted by SA | June 3, 2020
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Great experience
Charles Koehler was the exact lawyer that I was looking for. Very experienced, objective, even tempered and very professional. When I first came to him, I had gone to another lawyer who threw every possible angle to litigate my case further. But Charles heard the facts and provided his analysis very dispassionately without trying to escalate any tensions. It was very easy for me to trust him. I was working out of state, but we stayed in touch over the phone and Charles communicated everything to me in a very transparent manner. If someone is looking for a lawyer whose advice they would trust, I would highly recommend Charles.
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Posted by Mike | November 2, 2023
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Great Job
His representation was excellent. Very knowledgeable and thorough. I would certainly recommend his firm to a friend or family member.
Posted by Ken | July 24, 2023
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Outstanding Counsel
Charles provided excellent advice that saved me thousands of dollars in alimony costs and legal fees.
Posted by Kimball | April 17, 2023
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Excellent, Personal Support
Mr. Koehler represented me on a misdemeanor level charge. He helped me understand the options, and his professional experience shaped our strategy. He leaned heavily into a total dismissal of charges, and was successful. Mr. Koehler was even gracious about his fees for representation, waiving some fees. Personally, Mr. Koehler helped manage the anxiety and concern that comes with pending charges, helping to relieve my concerns. For anyone that is intimidated by the complexity of the court system, and ignorant of your rights and options, I strongly recommend Me. Koehlers organization.
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Posted by Ryan | November 9, 2022
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Hands down the best
I had gotten reckless driving ticket. My court date was also scheduled to be away for work same day. Mr. Koehler was able to go on my behalf so I could go on my trip. He was also able to get this reduced down to a non-moving violation which will not affect my driving record! Thank you Mr. Koehler!
Posted by Karen | November 6, 2022
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Best attorney!
I had the pleasure of having Mr Kohler represent me in my criminal cases and although it wasn't easy for him but he came through strong for me at the end and made the best outcome out of the mess I was in. Mr Koehler represented me for over a year and always answered every phone call every question every email promptly and if he didn't have the answer he would always find it out for me. I would recommend him to everybody that is looking for any kind of attorney in Loudoun county.
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Posted by Kyle | July 27, 2022
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Expedient and communicative.
Charles Koehler was extremely helpful in explaining to me the nature of my case, and how he could assist. Charles provided excellent service, and was able to reduce my charge. I am extremely pleased with his services.
Posted by Jason | July 12, 2022
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Amazing Representation
Mr. Koehler was great to work with. He represented me well and helped handle things from the start. He communicated well and let me know the exact steps to take. He is honest, has fair prices, and is easy to work with. I would recommend for any of your legal needs!
Posted by anonymous | June 17, 2022
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Outstanding Legal Services
The Law Office of Charles F. Koehler, P.C. did an outstanding job in my case. I thoroughly appreciate the entire office's professionalism, knowledge, experiences, and skills in working on my case that resulted in the best outcome. I strongly recommend the Law Office of Charles F. Koehler, P.C. for anyone seeking legal services.
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Posted by Dave C | June 15, 2022
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Child Custody
Mr. Koehler was a pleasure to work with. My court case took over a year and a half to get resolved but Charles always kept me updated and walked me through the process. Lol hopefully I will never need him again but if I do he will be the first person I call.
Posted by Erick | March 30, 2022
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Excellent
Charles was awesome to work with, very professional and punctual. He took care of all my worries, if you need something done right, this is the guy to go to.
Posted by anonymous | March 28, 2022
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Prenuptial Agreement Professionalism
Mr. Koehler assisted in a Prenuptial Agreement. He was professional, competent, and concise. Because of his character and the way he approaches the Law, I highly recommend Mr. Koehler for any services!
Posted by Lukeya | March 19, 2022
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Traffic
Mr. Koehler was very professional and on point with everything. He was very thorough and explain everything I needed to know and reassured me that things are going to work out. Thank you
Posted by Mark | March 9, 2022
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Traffic Court
Mr. Koehler recently worked with the court system to take my son's potentially serious ticket and have it reduced to a fine only. In the end there will be no impact to his driving record or increase to his insurance. Great job.
Posted by Roda | February 18, 2022
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Thank you!
Thank you Mr. Charles, I would like to express my profound appreciation for representing me! Thank you for your professionalism and I am grateful for this new beginning in my life.
Posted by Sandeep | December 21, 2021
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Clear communication and thorough
I used Charles Francis Koehler Jr. services for my traffic incident. Right from beginning he and his team were crisp in their communication and walked me through entire process. I would certainly recommend them for services they offer.
Posted by Tim | December 16, 2021
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Great communication
It was a very pleasant experience working with Charles! He was very knowledgeable and helped me resolve my legal situation. I would highly recommend Charles.
Posted by Vadim | September 3, 2021
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Very Effective
Great experience form the first call to the court appearance. Mr. Koehler's services were recommended to me, and I am very satisfied with the outcome. Trustworthy, knowledgeable, efficient and effective. I do recommend to anyone reading this review to contact Mr. Charles Koehler. I have already recommended to my family and friends in case they need or think that they need legal representation.
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Work Experience

  • Principal
  • Law Office of Charles F. Koehler, PC
  • 2006 - Present
  • Attorney
  • The Daniel Group Law Firm
  • 2004 - 2006
  • Associate Attorney
  • Martin and Seibert, LC
  • 2001 - 2004
  • Law Clerk
  • Bell Boyd & Lloyd
  • 2000 - 2001
  • Regulatory Compliance Officer
  • Kaiser Permanente
  • 1998 - 2000
  • Regulatory Compliance Officer
  • BlueCross/BlueShield of the National Capital Area
  • 1996 - 1998
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Education

  • George Mason School of Law
  • JD/MBA - Juris Doctorate and MBA
  • 2001
  • Marshall University
  • MA
  • 1994
  • George Mason University
  • BA
  • 1992

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Honors and Awards

  • Peer Review Rated
  • Martindale-Hubbell
  • 2018

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Drug Crime Attorney | Mar 29
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"Chuck is a great, hard working lawyer who is often able to secure favorable resolutions for his clients on complex and difficult cases."
Unknown Attorney | Mar 27
Relationship: Worked together on matter
"Mr. Koehler is a great attorney. He is a persistent and strong advocate for his clients."
Family Attorney | Mar 11
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I highly recommend Mr. Koehler for a variety of cases, to include domestic and criminal matters. He is diligent, thoughtful, and creative in his approach towards his cases. He zealously advocates for the best outcomes for his clients and, most importantly, he truly cares about their cases. You are in good hands when you hire Mr. Koehler!"
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Leesburg Criminal defense Lawyer Charles Francis Koehler Jr.
Charles Francis Koehler Jr.
Criminal defense Attorney
Leesburg, VA
Licensed for 22 years
Virtual consultation available