I had numerous law firms send me reams of paper saying that they could represent me not even knowing anything about my case. Ann was honest, and explained everything clearly and when it came down to representing me she negotiated like a pro the best solution for me. She appears to be a very hard worker, and she will work and use her vast knowledge of law to give you the best outcome possible.
Wow: The. Complete. Package.
Got my criminal reckless driving, generally, misdemeanor charge amended to failure to obey a highway sign--a traffic infraction I paid $100 fine for; not to mention, I only lost 3 driving points!
Ann Thayer is absurdly intelligent, extremely well-connected, truly passionate, and a consummate professional. You'd be a fool not to hire her immediately.
I was involved in a 1-person, 1-car accident in Fairfax County that--details aside--was BAD. Ann was super helpful and clear--from the second I hired her after our consultation--in what she wanted from me, and due to that clarity and ease of communication due to her accessibility--even during year 3 of a global pandemic--I was able to gather all necessary documents in time when my hearing was moved up by AN ENTIRE MONTH!
Ann Thayer truly cares about her clients and is one of the few good people left in this country. Her quality of work and skill as an attorney are unparalleled and she is truly a queen in every regard.
Thayer is INDEED there. Hire her NOW!
Fairfax, Arlington, Stafford, Prince William, Falls Church, Vienna, Loudoun, Alexandria
19 years
Ann listens. She cares. She gets results. She will evaluate all options. She will fight for you. At the end of the day Thayer is There
Ann practices in the Counties of Fairfax, Arlington, Prince William, Stafford, and Loudoun. She also handle matters in the Cities of Alexandria, Fairfax, Falls Church and Manassas as well as the towns of Vienna, Herndon, and Dumfries.  She enjoys helping people who come to her looking for advice on what to do in their cases. Many people who come to Ann for help have never been charged before in their entire lives. So regardless of whether a juvenile or adult needs help on a traffic, DWI, or criminal matter, they are lookng for someone to guide them through the process, to explain things they may not undertand, to give advice on what defenses there may be, to advise on things they can do to try to help their case, to decide whether to go to trial or accept a plea agreement, etc. When someone calls Ann for a consult, she gives them as much info as she can to help them understand what to expect and to help them make a decision as to whether Ann is the right attorney for them. Ann will work as hard as she can to get each client the best oucome possible.
Ann also handles a lot of protective orders throughout Norhern Virginia. She can help someone in danger petition for a protective order but she also defends people who are served with a protective order.
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Knows her stuff...
I had numerous law firms send me reams of paper saying that they could represent me not even knowing anything about my case. Ann was honest, and explained everything clearly and when it came down to representing me she negotiated like a pro the best solution for me. She appears to be a very hard worker, and she will work and use her vast knowledge of law to give you the best outcome possible.
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Posted by Stef | February 7, 2022
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Thayer is INDEED there!
Wow: The. Complete. Package.
Got my criminal reckless driving, generally, misdemeanor charge amended to failure to obey a highway sign--a traffic infraction I paid $100 fine for; not to mention, I only lost 3 driving points!
Ann Thayer is absurdly intelligent, extremely well-connected, truly passionate, and a consummate professional. You'd be a fool not to hire her immediately.
I was involved in a 1-person, 1-car accident in Fairfax County that--details aside--was BAD. Ann was super helpful and clear--from the second I hired her after our consultation--in what she wanted from me, and due to that clarity and ease of communication due to her accessibility--even during year 3 of a global pandemic--I was able to gather all necessary documents in time when my hearing was moved up by AN ENTIRE MONTH!
Ann Thayer truly cares about her clients and is one of the few good people left in this country. Her quality of work and skill as an attorney are unparalleled and she is truly a queen in every regard.
Thayer is INDEED there. Hire her NOW!
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Posted by Erik D | January 5, 2022
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Excellent
I've hired Ann Thayer one four separate occasions and, every case has been resolved with the best possible outcome. She is highly professional and responsive.
Posted by Tabitha | March 9, 2021
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Excellent attorney
Ann is an excellent attorney. She is professional, responsive, intelligent, caring, and she really fights for the best outcome for her clients. She genuinely cares about her clients and it really shows in her work. She made me feel as comfortable as possible and explained everything to me very thoroughly. She helped me get the case dismissed before the trial which was the best possible outcome. I truly can't say enough positive remarks about Ann. I highly recommend her!
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Posted by Sue | February 16, 2021
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Outstanding Attorney
Ann Thayer represented me in my first (and last) DWI. She explained all processes and made me feel comfortable during this humiliating experience. Ann did an awesome job and kept me from having to go to jail! I can't say enough positive remarks to compliment Ann. Outstanding representation, from my initial consultation until final sentencing. I would recommend Ann for any of your needs.
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Posted by Ted | December 29, 2020
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Great advice and counsel
Ann did a great job advising me with my protective order. She helped respond to motions from the respondent and was highly prepared. With her counsel, we were able to get all motions dismissed leaving the protective order intact and the respondent taken into custody for protective order violations.
Posted by Joshua | December 16, 2020
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Basically beat the case
I contacted Ms. Ann and got a free consultation. After I told her about my case she explained to me my charges and that there is many ways we can take on this case. She made me feel comfortable and confident that we could potentially walk away with a good outcome, that's why I was hiring a lawyer was for the best outcome an i got it! Felony distribution dismissed. Misdemeanor distribution knocked down to simple possession of paraphernalia. I walked away with no jail time no loss of license no fines ONLY a court cost of $92!!! She did more than I expected and I couldnt have gotten a better outcome! Thank you Ms.Ann Thayer!!!
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Posted by Phong | October 30, 2020
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Great Lawyer
Ms. Thayer is a great lawyer, professional and caring. I was lucky to have her helped me with the protective order against me. Finally the case has been denied.
Posted by anonymous | October 28, 2020
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Quality Legal Assistance
Ms. Thayer is professional and courteous. I contacted her for a speeding ticket. She is honest but does not use scare tactics to manipulate you to use her services. She communicates any changes promptly and works with your specific circumstances. Se is compassionate and a good listener - essential attorney skills!
Posted by anonymous | October 17, 2020
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Thayer is prfessional and Thayer is there
Thayer handled my protective order case. A former tenant threatened to bring a gun to my home. It's the first time I was involved in any legal situation and Thayer help me clear all my questions. Having her in court as my lawyer give me great confidence and pull me out of the worring days and nights.
Posted by anonymous | October 8, 2020
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Great Attorney
Ms. Thayer is a great attorney, very professional and caring. From our first phone conversation to the end of my case she walked me through the proceeding and worked diligently to get me the best outcome. She was able to get 2 of the charges dismissed and the other reduced. She is well known and respected throughout courtroom. Even after my case closed she continued to follow up to make sure all was well. Great investment for an awesome attorney. Thank you Ms. Thayer.
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Posted by Milli | October 7, 2020
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Protective order
Ms. Thayer responded within minutes after an online submission for help in a difficult protective order case. She provide critical information that helped my case. Ms. Thayer is amazing, professional, and cares for anyone in need. I will definitely reach out to Ms. Thayer if legal advise is needed in the future. Thank you so much Ms. Thayer.
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Posted by Taylor | September 28, 2020
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HIRE ANN THAYER NOW
Ann Thayer wasn’t even my lawyer the first time I went to court and she gave me good advice and that is when I decided I wanted her as my lawyer. She is very knowledgeable about everyone around court such as the judges and police officers. All you need to do is do your part. Do exactly as she says and she will do the rest. I appreciate everything she has done for me. She is SPECTACULAR.!!
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Response from Ann ThayerSeptember 29, 2020
Thanks so much for this. It means a lot. Glad your case worked out and I wish you the best of luck!!!!!
Posted by Melissa S | August 20, 2020
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Great Lawyer wonderful service
Ann Thayer you’re so wonderful on my case you’re just a magical Thank you very much for your service you were so awesome in that court room you gave me my life back and restored my sleep. You walk me through all the way you are such amazing.
Response from Ann ThayerAugust 21, 2020
Thanks for letting me know how you feel. Am so glad you can move on without the weight on your shoulders. Best of luck
Posted by anonymous | August 16, 2020
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Excellent Choice
Ann was fantastic and ensured we received a very positive outcome. She maintained excellent communications with us throughout the entire process, ensured our case was heard expeditiously despite the pandemic and expertly guided us to a highly successful result. She is an expert in her field, fairly priced and well worth the investment - we could not have imagined a better partner through a difficult time.
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Response from Ann ThayerAugust 21, 2020
So glad everything worked out well. Thanks for providing feedback.
Posted by Amy | July 14, 2020
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Saavy, Smart and a Winner!
Ms. Thayer provided such a thorough consultation that I hired her almost immediately. She is highly competent and empowering to work with, and she successfully negotiated the dismissal of two misdemeanor charges that would really have devastated my career. It was so helpful to have someone who could understand and advocate for me on the various aspects to my case. Her hard work earned my trust and I was able to focus on my own responsibilities while she worked hard on the best possible outcome for me. I highly recommend her firm!
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Response from Ann ThayerJuly 15, 2020
Glad we were able to win this in a way that keeps your record clear and lets you move forward. You deserve that and I wish you all the best!
Posted by anonymous | July 6, 2020
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Responsive, professional, ideal outcome
Called Ann past working hours after just receiving multiple charges and she responded right away with an extensive consult. She was communicative throughout the whole process and guided me to an ideal plea.
Response from Ann ThayerJuly 10, 2020
Thanks for posting this review. Your feedback is very much appreciated and I wish you all the best.
Posted by S.R.N | July 1, 2020
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Family assault case won
She is definitely a five-star lawyer. I was able to sleep peacefully after I had hired her. Her confidence level to win the case made me trust in the entire process. I am so glad I had retained her for my case because I didn't need to worry about anything throughout this case, she handled everything in a great manner. I would recommend her to everyone.
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Response from Ann ThayerJuly 7, 2020
Thanks for taking time to write a review of my services. I am glad I was able to help get you through this process and that we had a great outcome!
Posted by Alexander | June 13, 2020
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Knowledgeable, dedicated, efficient, and effective
It was a weekend night when I received a legal document stating that my ex-girlfriend had applied for a restraining order against me. Before this, I had never been involved in the criminal justice system. I am currently applying for jobs and graduate school. I knew that a restraining order against me would inevitably show up on my background check and destroy my life. Most importantly, I knew there was absolutely no actual need for the restraining order— It was just an attempt by my immature ex-gf to make my life miserable so she could feel better about herself. I knew I had to fight this and set the record straight, but I realized that the odds were stacked against me: I was up against a dishonest ex who was hoping to abuse the pro-victim attitude that the #MeToo movement sparked in judges everywhere. Even though I found out about the restraining order application on a Friday night, I knew I needed immediate help and I wasn’t willing to wait until Monday morning to get started. Immediately, I called over a dozen lawyers; since it was after normal business hours, I had to leave voice messages on answering machines and hope that someone would get back to me ASAP. Most of them never returned my call until Monday; some called me back on Sunday; and some lawyers didn’t even bother to respond. Ann was the only one who got back to me that same evening. She immediately gave me her cell phone number and told me to text and call her if I ever needed to speak to her. Throughout the weekend, Ann and I were communicating very frequently, brainstorming our strategy, and preparing legal documents in advance so that we could submit them to the court at exactly 9 AM on Monday. Ann was extremely knowledgeable about laws on protective orders; these laws are actually highly complicated and easily would have confused me. After giving me an overview of the process and answering my questions, she throughly Interviewed me so that she’d have every detail she’d need to fight on my behalf. She even reviewed hundreds of text messages between me and my ex. Ann definitely did her research, and eventually proposed a plan in which she would reach out to my ex, explain why the restraining order application would not stand up in court, and advise my ex that it may even backfire and cause more significantly more damage to her (i.e., my ex) than to me. This back-and-forth continued for several days between Ann and my ex, but ultimately, Ann and was able to convince my ex to withdraw her ridiculous application for a restraining order against me. And all this happened weeks before our first court date! This favorable result would not have been possible without Ann’s indefatigable tenacity, her strategic negotiation skills, her extensive legal knowledge (especially pertaining to protective orders and the criminal justice system), and her dedication to fighting for her clients—even if it meant having to work over the weekend and not waiting until 9 AM on Monday to get started with my case (which is exactly what the other lawyers wanted to do). As someone with no criminal history, I was extremely anxious throughout this process and I’m so grateful that Ann was on my side: not only is she a brilliant lawyer, but she promptly returns calls, is always polite, and charges a very reasonable fee (which, in my case, was a lump sum as opposed to an hourly rate). I am fully satisfied with her services and I am so happy that I didn’t go with one of the other lawyers I had considered. Some of them still haven’t returned my initial phone call! Ann, on the other hand, responded within moments; eventually, she had already resolved my case before some of the other lawyers returned my initial call! I am so pleased with her work that I am willing to share additional details about my positive experience to anyone seeking a criminal defense attorney... Just mention this review and Ann will put me in touch with you (while ensuring, of course, that anonymity is maintained)!
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Response from Ann ThayerJuly 7, 2020
Thanks for taking the time to express how I was able to help you with your legal issue! I wish you the best of luck!
Posted by anonymous | March 21, 2020
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Civil Protective Order Dismissed
With only a few days to prepare, Ann was able to get my Civil Protective Order case dismissed! Her quick thinking in the courtroom enabled her to expose inconsistencies in the plaintiffs testimony and discredit it. Highly recommend Ann!
Response from Ann ThayerJuly 7, 2020
Thanks for the kind words and am so happy your case went well!
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Criminal defense Attorney | Jul 11
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"Anne has solid criminal defense knowledge and experience. I have confidence in exploring ideas on my cases with her, and happily reciprocate. Anne believes in the practice of criminal defense lawyers helping each other for the benefit of all our clients."
DUI and DWI Attorney | Feb 24
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"Ann Thayer is incredibly creative in her arguments before a judge or jury which of course greatly benefits her clients. She goes that extra mile with her clients and makes sure that they are involved in their case every step of the way. I highly endorse this attorney."
Criminal defense Attorney | Jul 01
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"Ann Thayer is an effective and competent lawyer. Her professional demeanor carries a tremedous amount of respect with both the prosecutors and more importantly the judges. She is diligent with her cases which is deomonstrated in the favorable outcomes she reaches for her clients. I would recommend Ms. Thayer to any client seeking quality representation."
Criminal defense Attorney | Jun 06
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I endorse this lawyer. Ms. Thayer is an excellent attorney who always works persistently on behalf of her clients. She is intelligent, energetic and approachable, and never backs down from a difficult fight. Ms. Thayer will always work hard to obtain the best results possible for her clients."
DUI and DWI Attorney | Mar 26
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"Ann is nationally recognized as an attorney who is dedicated to the defense of those charged with driving under the influence. Ann is smart, professional, hard-working and a zealous advocate on behalf of her clients. I highly recommend her."
DUI and DWI Attorney | Nov 22
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I endorse this lawyer. Ann works hard at learning new and innovative ways to cater to every client. She careful constructs every defense, and is extremely knowledgeable in her field. I would not hesitate to recommend her."
DUI and DWI Attorney | Aug 17
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I know Attorney Thayer. She has earned a great reputation for effectively representing motorists accused of a crime. She has the necessary reputation, knowledge and experience to eliminate or minimize the consequences of the government's accusation. She is a very effective and skilled litigator who has the guts to stand up to the government and their accusations to demand evidence, not simply an accusation. She is highly ethical and trustworthy. I trust her. You should too."
DUI and DWI Attorney | May 11
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"Ann has all the qualities of a great criminal defense lawyer. She's fast on her feet, ethical, hard working, and a great strategist. Any one facing a DUI or other criminal matter would be well-served by hiring Ann Thayer."
Criminal defense Attorney | Feb 05
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"Combine great trial skills with preparation and a great personality and you have Ann Thayer. She delivers for her clients because she is smart and hard-working. I endorse this lawyer."
DUI and DWI Attorney | Aug 01
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"Ann is an excellent DUI lawyer who is dedicated, aggressive and well respected by judges and lawyers. Ann understands how to defend a DUI case by getting evidence excluded and by challenging breathalyzer test results. She is a terrific trial lawyer who you should hire to win your DUI case."