Benjamin N. Griffitts

Benjamin N. Griffitts

4.9
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 21 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Fairfax, VA
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Personal Injury

10486 Armstrong Street, Fairfax, VA

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Licenses

Licensed in Virginia for 21 years

State: Virginia

Acquired: 2004

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Location

Robinson Law, PLLC

10486 Armstrong Street, Fairfax, VA, 22030

Robinson Law, PLLC

700 Princess Anne St, Suite 11, Fredericksburg, VA, 22401

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Benjamin N. Griffitts's Reviews

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4.9 /5.0

69 Client Reviews

Showing 1 - 5 of 24 reviews | Professionalism

Posted by Abu kanu | December 21, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Speeding & Traffic Ticket

Best professional service

I just wanted to drop 5 stars for Ben Griffin for his professionalism and knowing how to execute. I was so worried about my reckless speeding ticket but Ben handled it professionally by the law and the case was dismissed completely. I will recommend anyone with speeding tickets to consult Ben at Robi...nson Law as he will offer you the best of professional services you can get .

Posted by anonymous | September 29, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Speeding & Traffic Ticket

Speeding Ticket

I almost never leave reviews but found this situation to be an exception. A few months ago I was stopped for a speeding ticket and was certainly the one at fault. Because of the offense I thought it would be a good idea to hire an attorney and complete a drivers education course prior to going to cou...rt. I currently work two jobs and average about 80 hours a week so I was able to provide information showing I am a productive member of my community. Considering my speed when I got pulled over it was not a matter of if I was going to get in trouble, it was a matter of how much trouble I was going to get in. Ben was a very polite gentleman but when speaking to the judge it seemed as if he was nervous and had only been working as an attorney for a short period of time. I ended up serving time in jail that could have cost me my career. Now I understand that I was at fault but after realizing I had a relationship with someone who works as a government official in that area I reached out to him about his thoughts. Having known the judge who gave me the sentence and all of the same background information that Ben did he said that it was extremely odd that I would be serving jail time for my first offense. He told me that the lawyer that I hired must not have been a good one and leads to why I am leaving a review. Again, Ben was helpful and attentive but I believe that someone else could have done a better job considering the circumstances.

Posted by Marina | June 12, 2021

AMAZING

Benjamin took his precious time on Saturday evening to give me a free consultation over the phone and explained everything in details. He really wanted to help, most of the law firms that I had called in the area were overpricing me for their services. He was extremely knowledgeable. I was impressed ...by his ability to communicate the best course of action of my case in a simple but comprehensive way. I am so grateful he has called me today. Thank you from the bottom of my heart.

Posted by Phil | December 01, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

I found a lawyer for life; If you want the best call Ben Griffitts

I retained Ben for two reckless driving charges and from the very beginning he made me feel at ease. The first one: A driver hit me on the highway and wrecked his car, because of the interaction of the vehicles the state police charged us both with reckless driving in October 2019. Ben represented me... when I was out of town giving me the ability to concentrate on work and all the other things in life that required my attention. He understood the sensitivity of a charge like this, even when COVID-19 shut the courts down and our case was continued all the way until November 2020 he made sure I knew he was taking care of everything. When we finally had our day he worked with the district courts to have this charge reduced from a Class 1 Misdemeanor to an infraction, the end result was I pay a fine and case is closed! The second charge was a reckless driving by speeding. I immediately called Ben and told him about my interaction with a very unprofessional officer, who did not even properly fill out the summons, questioned why I was in the neighborhood which I live in and charged me with speeding when I wasn't. I retained him again to fight this one all the way. End result, the case was dismissed! I'm almost 40 years old and this is the first time in my life I have ever had to hire an attorney and I am so glad that Ben was the guy. He was able to explain to me everything I needed to know about my situation, the law, how it applies, what could/may/might happen, what I need to do to prepare and he answered all the questions I had whenever they came up. The police officers, deputies, bailiffs, other attorneys and all the people in the courtroom knew I came with the best. Ben is a true professional and advised me to ensure the best possible outcome for my cases. He never filled my head with any false hopes just facts and came to the table with experience. At a time when I was facing charges that could impact my driving record and have serious consequences on my career Ben was there to guide me through the process and get me results that I could not be more happy about. For me, I know I have found a lawyer for life should I ever find myself in this situation again.

Posted by anonymous | March 03, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

EXCELLENT, CARING, KNOWLEDGEABLE ATTY

Attorney Benjamin did an incredible job of being prepared for a case that have been continued numerous times. He was extremely thorough explained the details, listened to our case and understood our situation. We can't say enough good about him. The way he presented himself to us and to the court led... to a great verdict and an unexpected outcome. He was extremely patient and responsive to our questions. Making us feel comfortable throughout the whole process. We would highly recommend him as a criminal defense attorney.

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Benjamin N. Griffitts's Lawyer Endorsements

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Andrew Criado

Criminal defense lawyer | Mar 08

Relationship: Co-worker

"There are few lawyers who can match the knowledge, experience, and compassion that Benjamin Griffitts possesses. He has built a well-earned reputation as a lawyer who can handle any charge in any court and deliver results for his clients. I wholeheartedly endorse him."

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Caitlin Higgins

Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 11

Relationship: Co-worker

"I highly endorse Mr. Griffitts. He is a knowledgeable and experienced criminal law attorney who will fight to obtain the best possible results for his clients. I recommend Mr. Griffitts to anyone seeking counsel in Northern Virginia for criminal law matters."

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Nicole Naum

Criminal defense lawyer | Jun 23

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. He is a great lawyer with all the necessary DUI training to represent his clients well. He is also a pleasure to see in the courthouse and is very friendly."

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Cherish Hadley

Criminal defense lawyer | Jun 13

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have been blessed to have the opportunity to work with Attorney Griffitts on matters and find him to be highly professional and committed to his clients' best interests. I endorse this lawyer."

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David McKennett

Criminal defense lawyer | Mar 24

Relationship: Friend

"Known been since law school. He is an honest man and an excellent lawyer."

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Douglas Borthwick

DUI and DWI lawyer | Nov 25

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Jonathan McHugh

Criminal defense lawyer | Aug 17

Relationship: Co-worker

"Mr. Griffitts is a tireless advocate for his clients. He is well-versed in the law and always presents his clients with their legal options in a clear and concise fashion. Mr. Griffitts is a skilled trial attorney and has appeared in many jurisdictions across Virginia. I give Mr. Griffitts my highest endorsement."

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Carolyn Eaton

Criminal defense lawyer | Aug 15

Relationship: Co-worker

"Ben Griffitts is a hard working attorney experienced in all kinds of criminal law matters. I highly recommend Ben to anyone who is looking for an excellent criminal law attorney."

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Anna Lindemann

Criminal defense lawyer | Jun 23

Relationship: Co-worker

"Mr. Griffitts is an experienced attorney with excellent negotiation skills. I highly recommend Mr. Griffitts to anyone looking for quality representation in Northern Virginia. Mr. Griffitts is a fantastic advocate for his clients."

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Stephanie Sauer

Criminal defense lawyer | Dec 04

Relationship: Co-worker

"Ben is a skilled, aggressive, and caring litigator. He works hard for his clients and is well respected within the legal community which only makes him that much more of an advocate for his clients."

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Ariel Baniowski

Criminal defense lawyer | Dec 03

Relationship: Co-worker

"A dedicated, knowledgeable, and well-respected advocate. I wholeheartedly endorse Mr. Griffitts."

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Susannah Nichols

Criminal defense lawyer | Dec 03

Relationship: Co-worker

"I highly recommend Mr. Griffitts work. He is devoted to his clients. He tailors an individual approach for each case in order to provide the best defense."

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Spencer Baumgardner

Criminal defense lawyer | Dec 03

Relationship: Co-worker

"Ben is an outstanding criminal defense attorney. I give him my highest endorsement."

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Julia Jones

Criminal defense lawyer | Dec 03

Relationship: Co-worker

"I highly recommend Benjamin Griffits. He tailors his approach to the unique facts of each case and works diligently to provide the best possible representation for his clients."

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Matthew Smith

Criminal defense lawyer | Dec 03

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Mr. Griffitts receives my highest endorsement. He is an experienced trial attorney, and understands the criminal justice system in Northern Virginia as well as any lawyer that I know. His efforts on behalf of his clients are well-documented, and his ethics are unquestioned."

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Danielle Snead

Criminal defense lawyer | Dec 03

Relationship: Co-worker

"No stranger to the practice of criminal law and the Northern Virginia courts, Mr. Griffits is an attorney I wholeheartedly endorse. He is a dedicated and knowledgeable advocate for each and every one of his clients."

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Benjamin Carafiol

Criminal defense lawyer | Dec 03

Relationship: Co-worker

"Benjamin Griffitts is an attorney of the highest caliber. He brings knowledge of the law and genuine compassion for his clients into the courtroom as a defense attorney. I strongly endorse this attorney."

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H. Eugene Oliver

Criminal defense lawyer | Dec 03

Relationship: Co-worker

"Ben is a fantastic criminal defense attorney. He is extremely knowledgeable about both the law and local court practices, which are both vital to mounting a great defense. He cares greatly about his clients and ensures that their rights are protected."

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Kevin Myers

Criminal defense lawyer | Nov 26

Relationship: Supervised lawyer

"An outstanding criminal defense attorney, Mr. Griffitts receives my highest endorsement."

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Ghislaine Storr Burks

Criminal defense lawyer | Sep 11

Relationship: Supervised lawyer

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2025

Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2019

Client's Choice, Avvo

2018

Client's Choice, Avvo

2016

Client's Choice, Avvo

2014

Top 100 Lawyers, The National Advocates for Top 100 Lawyers

2012

Top 40 Under 40 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers Association

Work Experience

2018 - Present

Senior Associate, Robinson Law, PLLC

2010 - 2018

Associate Attorney, Livesay & Myers, P.C.

2004 - 2010

Associate Attorney, The Herndon Law Firm, P.L.C.

Associations

2017 - Present

U.S. Supreme Court

Admitted to Practice

2011 - Present

Virginia Trial Lawyers Association

Member

2010 - Present

Virginia Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

Member

2010 - Present

Prince William County Bar Association

Member

2010 - Present

United States District Court for the Eastern District of Virginia

Admitted to Practice

2010 - Present

United States Court of Appeals for the Fourth Circuit

Admitted to Practice

National College for DUI Defense

Member

National Trial Lawyers Association

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

Spotsylvania Assault and Battery

Not Guilty

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Education

2004

George Mason University School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

2001

Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2015

FBI Academy Mock Trial

Trial Advocacy/Jury Trial Strategy

Publications

2025

Robinson Law, PLLC Attorney Ambitions Scholarship

2025

Robinson Law, PLLC Reviews

2025

Robinson Law, PLLC Blog

Languages

English

Activity

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