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Sarah Catherine Bruns
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Biography
For over a decade, Sarah Bruns has been aggressively protecting the rights of her clients in Northern Virginia in matters of Family Law, Criminal Defense, and Drunk Driving (DUI/DWI) Defense.
As a seasoned trial attorney, Sarah has defended individuals charged with Murder, Rape, Robbery, Theft, and Drug Possession/Distribution. While some crimes carry more severe penalties than others, Sarah handles every client’s case knowing that it is the most important one for that client. She believes that no client should be treated as if their issue is of little consequence.
Sarah’s practice also extends to Family Law cases, including Divorce, Child Custody and Visitation, Child Support, Protective Orders, Child Protective Services, and Child Abuse and Neglect cases. Her experience in litigation is an asset to her clients in the courtroom; yet she also believes in the value of out-of-court client counseling and a zealous negotiation. Her clients can trust that she has the skills to advocate for them both in and out of the courtroom.
Sarah has been qualified to serve as a Guardian ad Litem for children in the Loudoun County Juvenile and Domestic Relations Court. In this role, she ensures that the interests of the most vulnerable are not forgotten.
At the outset of her career, Sarah clerked for the Honorable William D. Hamblen in the Circuit Court of Prince William County (31st Judicial Circuit). There, she learned firsthand what a judge expects regarding professional behavior and effective advocacy. Sarah continues to use this insight to make winning arguments for her clients.
Sarah believes that bettering herself and the community benefits everyone, especially her clients. She spends her spare time volunteering within and outside of the legal community. She is an Officer and a member of the Board of Directors for the Loudoun Community Cat Coalition, a prominent local 501(c)(3) animal welfare organization. She also fosters cats and kittens and goes out in the field to engage in TNR (trap, neuter, release). If you have some spare time, ask her about it, she’d love to tell you all about it. Sarah is also a mentor for the Thomas D. Horne Leadership in the Law Summer Camp, and routinely signs up for volunteer experiences as they become available. Sarah is an avid cyclist and can been seen along the W&OD trail and the many gravel roads of Loudoun County.
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Licensed in Virginia for 19 years
State: Virginia
Acquired: 2006
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Location
The Laurel Brigade Law Group
20 West Market Street, Leesburg, VA, 20176
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Sarah Catherine Bruns's Reviews
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Posted by Jimmy | September 19, 2024 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
If feign ignorance was a lawyer!
My experience working with Sarah Bruns was unfortunately disappointing due to a consistent lack of communication and follow-through on important matters related to my case. Over the course of several weeks, I made multiple requests for critical documents (on 7/30/24, 8/03/24, and 08/16/24), yet recei...
Sarah Bruns
Replied last September 22, 2024I last represented you in 2015. I declined your recent request to handle your current matter that you reference here. I sincerely wish you the best going forward.
Posted by Justin | September 1, 2020 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Sarah Bruns, legal services.
Sarah was very straightforward, thorough and quickly resolved my legal needs to my complete satisfaction. Unlike some attorneys I’ve worked with over the years her billing was refreshingly reasonable.
Posted by Sergio | February 13, 2020 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Why not have the *best* in your corner
I've had speeding tickets and minor infractions with the law before. I always just paid the fee, lost the points, and watched my insurance slowly climb. Then I got a massive speeding ticket. I was concerned what it would do to my driving record, what it would do to my insurance, and the overall cost ...
Posted by Craig | October 18, 2019 | Hired Attorney
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Superb attorney
Ms Bruns was able to reason with the commonwealth attorney and officer involved in my case regarding both charges. She listened and took action to make sure my welfare was the only thing that mattered. She contacted my witness as requested and ensured that the witness was present when needed. She is ...
Posted by anonymous | June 16, 2019 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
She is THE BEST!! An Excellent Lawyer full of professionalism, grace and dignity.
Sarah Bruns is not only a great criminal attorney but a wonderful human being too. She is phenomenal and a very optimistic attorney - An epitome of elegance, grace & knowledge. It is my complete pleasure to write this review for her.. I was wrongly accused of a criminal case. In my first meeting it...
Sarah Catherine Bruns's Lawyer Endorsements
"I have known Ms. Bruns for a number of years. She is one of the most zealous and caring defense attorneys I know. She is well-versed in case law and comes up with very creative legal arguments. Anyone would be incredibly lucky to have her as their advocate and attorney."
"Sarah is a true advocate for her clients and I found her very professional."
"I have seen Sarah work her magic in the courtroom and with the prosecution through her tireless advocacy for her clients. She is a terrific addition to the local defense bar and I recommend her."
"I endorse this lawyer. Sarah is an excellent advocate for her clients and is not afraid to go to trial."
"I have known Ms. Bruns since the early days of our respective careers as public defenders. She is a fierce advocate, well spoken and creative with her legal arguments, and an attorney I would recommend my friends and family consult."
"I endorse this lawyer. I have known Sarah for several years and she is a skilled trial attorney who really cares about her clients."
"I endorse this lawyer. I worked with her for years at the Public Defender's Office. Ms. Bruns is conscientious, dedicated, experienced criminal defense attorney. A client is in good hands with her as their attorney."
"Sarah, takes every case seriously and puts everything she has into them. She is a zealous advocate and will fight for your best possible outcome. I endorse this lawyer."
"Sarah Bruns cares a great deal for her clients. She works hard to make sure she gets the best result possible. I am lucky to be able to work with such a talented attorney."
"I endorse this lawyer. Sarah has great experience and a wonderful reputation in the Northern Virginia legal community. Having served as a public defender in Loudoun County, she clearly has obtained the expertise to work with clients in the most difficult circumstances. Now in private practice, she has surroundedh herself with great attorneys only adding to her gambit. In fact, I often reach out to Sarah for questions regarding my own cases. If I were in trouble, I'd want her on my side."
"I endorse this lawyer. Sarah Bruns is an excellent lawyer with significant courtroom experience in all levels of criminal and traffic charges. She defends and advocates in courtrooms all throughout northern VA, and she is particularly strong in Loudoun cases- in fact, I often consult with Sarah whenever I have a Loudoun case because she is so well-versed in the intricacies of that court's procedure, judges, prosecutors, and special programs. Sarah works at one of the best criminal defense law firms in northern VA, with three other excellent defense lawyers with whom she can consult and strategize; so by hiring her, you get the advantage of having four defense lawyers protecting your interests."
"Sarah Bruns is an insightful and intelligent attorney that I have known for more than 5 years when she worked at the Loudoun County Public Defenders office. I have trusted her advice on matters regarding Loudoun County judges, prosecutors, and procedures countless times. She is friendly and caring, but also a strong and zealous advocate for her clients. I strongly endorse Ms. Bruns and her law firm Elders, Zinicola, and Blanch."
"Ms. Bruns is an exceptional lawyer. The time she spent clerking for a Virginia judge gives her a unique perspective on the cases she litigates and the judges before whom she currently practices. Her years working as a public defender and in private practice have made her a formidable criminal defense attorney. When I meet a potential client that has a criminal or traffic issue whom my schedule will not allow me to represent, Sarah is the first person outside of my firm to whom I refer that client."
"Ms. Bruns is a committed advocate for all her clients. I respect her opinion highly in terms of her legal abilities, and knowledge of the judges she works closely with. Ms. Bruns works tirelessly to achieve the best goals for her clients across the board. I would not hesitate to recommend her."
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Experience
Honors
2021
AV Preeminent Peer Review Rating, Martindale-Hubbell
Work Experience
2019 - Present
Attorney/Owner, Sarah Bruns Law PLLC
2011 - 2019
Associate, Zinicola, Blanch & Overand PLLC
2007 - 2011
Assistant Public Defender, Loudoun County Public Defender's Office
2006 - 2007
Law Clerk to the Honorable Judge William D. Hamblen, 31st Judicial Circuit of Virginia (Prince William County)
Associations
2020 - Present
Virginia Women Attorneys Association (Loudoun chapter)Member
2019 - Present
Loudoun County Bar Association, Judicial Qualification and Evaluation CommitteeMember
2019 - Present
Loudoun County Juvenile and Domestic Relations General District Court, Best Practices CommitteeMember
2016 - Present
Loudoun Community Cat CoalitionBoard of Directors, Officer
2011 - Present
Loudoun County Bar AssociationMember
2008 - Present
Thomas D. Horne Leadership in the Law ProgramMentor and Committee Member
2015 - 2017
Loudoun County General District Court Bench Bar CommitteeAttorney Member
Sample of Legal Cases
Juvenile Burglary
Charge dropped
Juvenile Robbery
Charge dropped
Possesson of Marijuana
Charge dropped
Possesson of Marijuana
Acquitted at trial
DUI, Hit and Run
Acquitted at trial
Child Protective Order - Parent Counsel
PO dropped following county services, family reunited.
Custody and Visitation
Sole Legal and Physical Custody granted after hearing
Education
2006
George Mason University School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
2003
Centre College
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2017
Loudoun Community Cat Coalition Training Workshop
Legal Obligations of Caretakers and Trappers/Rescuers
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers
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Q&A
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23 Feb 2018
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29 Mar 2014
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