Dickson J Young

Dickson J Young

4.8
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 48 years

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

10513 Judicial Drive, Suite 300, Fairfax, VA

About Dickson

Biography

Practice Areas

2

Practice Areas

Criminal Defense 60%

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.

60%
Personal Injury 40%

Workplace injuries | Dog bites | Construction accidents | Dangerous & defective products | Slip, falls, premises liability | Elevator accidents | Catastrophic injuries such as spinal cord, burn, eye, and traumatic brain injuries | More, call now!

40%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Hourly Rates

$ 450-600 per hour


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in District of Columbia for 47 years

State: District of Columbia

Acquired: 1978

Good Standing

No misconduct found

Licensed in Virginia for 48 years

State: Virginia

Acquired: 1977

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Whitestone Young PC

10513 Judicial Drive, Suite 300, Fairfax, VA, 22030-7528

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Dickson J Young's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.8 /5.0

17 Client Reviews

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Posted by Zachary Ciulla | March 15, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Business

Excellent Lawyer

Not only has Dickson Young kept me out of trouble twice now, but he's also helped me conduct my business in a more legal manner and has been an excellent counsel for all my legal situations since he began representing me. I will continue to consult with and/or hire him in times of need and recommend ...him highly to others in the future.

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James Davis

Criminal defense lawyer | Mar 26

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I have seen Dickson in action countless times, and I have been fortunate to work on cases with him and learn from him. I can say from first hand experience that he is smart, hard working, and cares about his clients. He is an excellent trial attorney. I endorse Dickson."

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Jonathan Phillips

Criminal defense lawyer | Mar 24

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have known Dickson Young both as an opposing counsel during my time as a prosecutor and as a peer as a defense attorney. His tireless advocacy is readily noticeable and clients feel comfortable with his calm understanding of the judicial process. This comes with his many years of practice and strong relationships in our legal community. I highly recommend Dickson and his services."

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Kira West

Criminal defense lawyer | Mar 22

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Top notch in both state and federal practice. Analysis and problem solving are his forte. Each client given individual, personal attention. Enjoy working cases with him."

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Peter Greenspun

Criminal defense lawyer | Mar 13

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Dickson is a true trial attorney and does an excellent job on all types of cases from DUI’s to serious felony offenses including murder. Dickson also has a very successful personal injury practice for those with serious injury claims."

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Ralph Mahaffey

Criminal defense lawyer | Mar 13

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I whole-heartedly endorse Dickson Young. I have referred a number of clients in need of criminal defense or traffic matters to him--always with 100% satisfactory results. He is a "go-to" source for criminal defense and traffic defense matters in the Northern Virginia area and beyond."

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Jeremy Letnick

Criminal defense lawyer | Jul 25

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Dickson Young has been in practice for over 35 years and is easily in the top 5 attorneys in all of Virginia. He has always been known to "outwork" his opponents in his many victories. He is also one of those special attorneys in which everyone asks for his advice on cases if we see him in the hallway. I highly recommend his services to anyone needing an attorney."

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Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2018

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2017

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2017

AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2017

Top Lawyer, Washingtonian Magazine

2016

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2016

Top Lawyer, Washingtonian Magazine

2015

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2015

Best Lawyer, Washington DC Best Lawyers

2015

Top Lawyer, Washingtonian Magazine

2014

Top Lawyer, Washingtonian Magazine

2013

Top Lawyer, Washingtonian Magazine

2012

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2011

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2010

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2007

Legal Elite, Virginia Business Magazine

2007

Legal Elite, Virginia Business Magazine

2006

Legal Elite, Virginia Business Magazine

2005

Legal Elite, Virginia Business Magazine

2003

Legal Elite, Virginia Business Magazine

Work Experience

1977 - Present

Principal, whitestone, brent et al

Associations

American Bar Association

Member

Virginia State Bar

Member

Bar Association of the District of Columbia

Member

Fairfax County Bar Association

Member

Virginia Trial Lawyers Association

Member

Virginia Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers, CLE Committee

Member

American Association for Justice

Member

Fairfax Plaintiff's Bar Limited

Founding Member

Education

1977

George Mason University School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1973

Adelphi University

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2018

Virginia Trial Lawyers Association

Effective Use of Investigators In Litigation

2016

Virginia Trial Lawyers Association, CLE Committee

Defense of Child Pornography

2016

Federal Bar Association

Protective Orders

Languages

English

Activity

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