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Alene Chanda Sprano
also known as Alene C. Grabauskas, Alene C. Singewald
About Alene
Biography
Attorney Alene Sprano has been a criminal defense attorney for 33 years. She started her career as a public defender and has represented defendants charged with capital murder. She specialzes in defending juveniles facing school disciplinary hearings and those charged with misdemeanors and felonies as well as adults charged with sex crimes against minors. Alene has focused exclusively on criminal defense from the beginning of her legal career. After graduating from law school in 1992, she hit the ground running as a trial attorney with the Office of The Public Defender in York, PA. As a new public defender, the courtroom experiences were immediate. She quickly rose through the ranks of the office, and by the end of six years, Alene was responsible for training and supervising other lawyers, as The Deputy Public Defender.
In 1998, Alene moved to Virginia and accepted a position with the Fairfax Office of The Public Defender. As a Senior Assistant, she was again made responsible for training and supervising other lawyers in the Juvenile and Domestic Relations Court division. As always, Alene took on the toughest cases herself, representing juveniles and adults charged with the most serious crimes of child sex abuse, violent felonies like robbery, carjacking, rape, malicious wounding, and murder; and juvenile defendants certified for trial as adults.
After almost a decade of experience as a public defender, Alene entered private practice in 2001, as a Senior Associate with the Law Office of Patrick Anderson. During this time, her practice expanded to include traffic offenses and low level misdemeanors, in addition to maintaining the most serious cases, including many high profile cases.
After spending a few years away from the courtroom to care for her two youngest children, Alene rejoined the active practice of law as a founding partner of the Sprano Law Firm. She began focusing on the representation of elementary, middle school and high school students facing School Disciplinary Hearings and Expulsion Proceedings in Fairfax, Prince William, and Arlington Counties. While the dedication, zeal and commitment of the young public defender remain, they are now tempered by the wisdom that can only be gained by handling thousands of criminal cases and school proceedings over the years. This combination of ability and experience makes Alene Sprano an excellent choice for anyone looking for top notch legal representation in the criminal and the school disciplinary hearing areas.
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Licensed in Virginia for 27 years
State: Virginia
Acquired: 1998
No misconduct found
Licensed in Pennsylvania for 33 years
State: Pennsylvania
Acquired: 1992
No misconduct found
Location
The Sprano Law Firm, PLLC
10603 Judicial Dr, www.spranolaw.com, Fairfax, VA, 22030
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Showing 1 - 5 of 16 reviews | General Knowledge
Posted by Bruce | October 19, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Education
An expert in the field.
Ms. Sprano provided our family the guidance and direction we needed to navigate the intricacies of a FCPS Hearing. Her straight forward approach and wealth of knowledge was critical in helping us understand the process and likely outcomes. It was comforting to know we had expert on our team to pro...
Posted by Ezzeldin | February 17, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
Professional
She challenged the time to prepare all we need for the hearing that we are going to and she was very expert on how to present the situation.
Alene Sprano
Replied last February 17, 2023Thank you for your heartfelt review. I am grateful to have been able to help assist your family to secure your son’s return to school.
Posted by anonymous | October 09, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Education
FCPS School Issue
We sought Alene's assistance when we were facing disciplinary action against our son. Our son's case was very complex given his learning disabilities and medical complications. Alene was very thorough and really knew her stuff. She was able to represent us very well and we would have been lost withou...
Posted by Vic | September 22, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Education
Alene is Extremely Professional!
We had an issue with a prestigious private high school in Fairfax county, when school denied to re-enroll our daughter for next year. I have worked with some other attorneys in the past. Ms. Alene Sprano is extremely professional and organised. It’s just amazing to see how she listens to you, and gav...
Posted by Kristin | February 18, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Speeding & Traffic Ticket
Exceptional lawyer!
Ms. Sprano was my lawyer over this past year, defending me against a traffic ticket. I knew she was exceptionally intelligent and capable when I hired her but was blown away when I saw her in the courtroom. She was articulate, intelligent and firm but respectful. She kept me well-informed on what to ...
Alene Chanda Sprano's Lawyer Endorsements
"I endorse this lawyer. Alene and I worked together years ago when we were in the York County Public Defender's Office. Alene was always attentive to her clients, responded promptly and took the time to explain. Alene has respect from other lawyers and the Bench. I highly recommend Alene and will refer matters to her."
"I had the pleasure of working with Alene for a number of years. Her breadth of knowledge and zeal to represent clients is unparalleled. She is thorough, thoughtful and an advocate for all of her clients. You are in good hands with her."
"Alene is a terrific criminal defense lawyer. She is hard working, responsive to questions, returns calls, and does a great job in the courtroom in front of the judge and jury. If you have a problem and need a criminal attorney in Northern Virginia, she is the one to call. I fully endorse her. You will be very pleased with Alene and her skills."
"I endorse this lawyer. Alene is honest, responsive & responsible, smart, hard working and dedicated -everything you want in an attorney."
"Alene is a talented and dedicated criminal defense attorney. She cares about her clients and uses all of her knowledge and many years of experience to protect and defend them. She never gives up and is a fierce advocate for her clients whether in negotiations or in trial."
"The wisdom Attorney Sprano has demonstrated on this website would make her an instant recommendation for clients seeking help with troubling situations."
"I co-counseled several cases with Alene. She is one of the most dedicated, knowledgeable, and passionate attorneys I've encountered during my years of defense practice. Whether she's representing a client accused of a traffic crime or murder, she's will always give 100% to ensure that the client receives the best representation possible."
"I have known and worked with Ms. Sprano for over 14 years and I highly endorse her as a superior criminal defense attorney. I have watched her handle some of the most serious cases that a criminal defense attorney can handle with incredible dedication and thoroughness. Ms. Sprano is well-respected as a professional within the legal community. From the smallest of cases to the largest, her clients are in excellent hands. They can trust Ms. Sprano's advice and judgment and that she will zealously advocate for them."
"I endorse this lawyer. Alene is a fierce advocate for her clients. She is well versed and highly regarded in her field of practice."
"I endorse this lawyer. Alene is a dedicated professional, she is an excellent and tireless advocate for her clients. I would not hesitate to utilize her services."
"Alene is a great attorney. I have worked with her on many cases. I admire her professionalism and "no-nonsense" approach. She fights for her clients. Do not hesitate to hire her."
"Alene is a zealous and experienced attorney that I would recommend without hesitation."
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Experience
Honors
1992
Secretary, Moot Court Association, DC School of Law
1990
Law Review, Associate Member, 1990-1992, DC School of Law
1990
Summer Law Program, Padova, Italy, DC School of Law
1989
International Sociology Honor Society, University of Richmond, Alpha Kappa Delta
1989
President, Alpha Phi Sorority, University of Richmond
1989
Research Assistant, Sociology Department, University of Richmond
1985
Varsity Diving Team, 1985-1989, University of Richmond
1985
Volunteer Action Council, 1985-1989, University of Richmond
Work Experience
2008 - Present
Head Partner, The Sprano Law Firm, LLP
2001 - 2005
Senior Associate, The Law Offices of Patrick Anderson
1998 - 2001
Senior Assistant Public Defender, Fairfax Public Defender's Office
1995 - 1998
First Assistant Public Defender, Office of the Public Defender of York, PA
1992 - 1995
Assistant Public Defender, York County Public Defender's Office
Associations
2015 - Present
Denison University Parent CouncilAdmissions Parent Council
2007 - Present
ALSF & Run to The White HouseChildhood Cancer Advocate
Fairfax Bar Association
Attorney Member
Fairfax Bar Association Juvenile & Domestic Relations Court Committee
Attorney Member
2008 - 2013
La Leche LeagueChronically Ill Child: Mother-to-Mother Forums
2005 - 2014
La Leche LeagueLLL Leader (Retired-2014)
1999 - 2001
Juvenile and Domestic Relations District Court Citizens Advisory CouncilCourt Appointed Board Member
Sample of Legal Cases
Child Abuse cases
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Murder case
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Capital Murder Appeal
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Murder case
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Murder case
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Education
1992
University of the District of Columbia, David A. Clarke School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor, cum laude
1990
University of Padua-Padua, Italy
Summer Law Courses Abroad
1989
University of Richmond
BA - Bachelor of Arts, Dean's List
1985
The Williston Northampton School
Speaking Engagements
2014
ALSF Leadership Academy @Villanova
Childhood Cancer Awareness Presentation (Race With Grace)
2013
ALSF Leadership Academy @ Villanova
Childhood Cancer Awareness Presentation (Race With Grace)
2001
Juvenile Court In-Service Training
The Role of The Public Defender
2001
JDR Court Manuel, CLE
The Role of The Public Defender
2000
Law Day Program
Legal Issues For Teenagers-Public Defender Perspective
Publications
1992
DWLR
Draft Opinion, United States v. Wise
Languages
English
Activity
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Q&A
What will the judge charge me for shoplifting on first offense?
13 Feb 2019
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If a guy lies about his age and he is really younger than 18 way younger and the girl is 22 could she get in trouble?
14 Sep 2015
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My son was arrested for Posses Precursors, Possess Sch II, Conspire Manuf Meth, Manuf Meth He was not living in this house
10 Sep 2015