Being charged with a crime or serious traffic offense can be stressful. The consequences of a conviction could affect your job, your career and your reputation.
I understand this and I take care to assure all my clients as to the strengths of their cases under current law. I will listen to the facts of your case, explain the legal rules that apply and explain the various ways that we can win your case. A defendant deserves respect for his rights and a vigorous, aggressive defense. That's what I provide.
Practice areas
Misdemeanors and Felonies, including but not limited to: DUI, Driving on Suspended, Reckless Driving, Possession of Marijuana, Petit Larceny, Assault, Domestic Violence, Sexual Battery, Murder, Robbery, Rape, Forgery, Fraud, Grand Larceny
21 years, 1,500 cases
DUI, Refusal, Reckless Driving (Alcohol Related) and related Probation Violations
21 years, 100 cases
Reckless Driving, Driving while Suspended, Driving without a Valid License,
21 years, 500 cases
Equitable distribution, Abuse, Adultery, Spousal Support, No-Fault, Child Custody, Support and Visitation.
15 years, 50 cases
Languages spoken
English
State | Status | Acquired | Updated |
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VA | Authorized to Practice Law | 2001 | 03/27/2022 |
Legal answers | 20 |
Legal guides | 0 |
Award name | Grantor | Date Granted |
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Rising Star | Northern Virginia Magazine | 2015 |
Title | Company name | Duration |
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Of Counsel | Fricassi, Mahdavi, Sissman and Rand, LLC | 2013 - Present |
Managing Partner | THE Nova Law Firm | 2012 - Present |
Partner | Clingan Tull Easley, PLLC | 2005 - 2012 |
Associate | Office Of The Public Defender Fairfax County | 2004 - 2005 |
Associate | Law Offices Of John A. Boneta & Associates, PLLC | 2001 - 2004 |
Summer Associate | Arlington Commonwealth's Attorney | 2000 - 2000 |
Association name | Position name | Duration |
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Fairfax Bar Association | Member | 2004 - Present |
American Bar Association | Member | 2001 - Present |
Publication name | Title | Date |
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National Business Institute Seminar | The Rules of Evidence | 2015 |
National Business Institute Seminar | Family Law Litigation | 2008 |
National Business Institute Seminar | The Criminal Trial: Voir Dire to Closing Argument | 2007 |
National Business Institute Seminar | Mastering Jury Selection Skills for Criminal Attorneys | 2007 |
National Business Institute Seminar | The Criminal Trial from Start to Finish | 2006 |
Aspen Law & Business | Trial Evidence (Research Assistant to Prof. Mauet) | 2001 |
School name | Degree | Graduated |
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University of Arizona College of Law | JD - Juris Doctor | 2001 |
University of Arizona | BA - Bachelor of Arts | 1998 |
Conference name | Title | Date |
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Virginia CLE | The Rules of Evidence | 2015 |
Virginia Continuing Legal Education | "May it Please the Court" -Successful Trial Practice | 2014 |
Case name | Outcome |
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Possession of Marijuana | Not Guilty -Trial |
Reckless Driving | Not Guilty -Trial |
DUI | Not Guilty -Trial |
Assault | Not Guilty -Trial |
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David Mahdavi, Criminal defense Attorney on Jun 27, 2015
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Eric's trial tactics, preparation and "thinking outside the box" are assets that serve his clients well in resolution of pending criminal charges
Paul Mickelsen, Criminal defense Attorney on Jun 16, 2015
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Eric is a fighter and his clients benefit from it. He takes on hard cases and puts forth real effort to represent his clients. I handled a case of a co-defendant at a hearing and his cross examination was thorough and tenacious. I endorse this lawyer.
David Mahdavi, Criminal defense Attorney on Jun 27, 2015
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Eric's trial tactics, preparation and "thinking outside the box" are assets that serve his clients well in resolution of pending criminal charges
Paul Mickelsen, Criminal defense Attorney on Jun 16, 2015
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Eric is a fighter and his clients benefit from it. He takes on hard cases and puts forth real effort to represent his clients. I handled a case of a co-defendant at a hearing and his cross examination was thorough and tenacious. I endorse this lawyer.
Tara Candela, Criminal defense Attorney on Jun 26, 2014
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Attorney Clingan is exceptionally knowledgeable with respect to trial practice. His professionalism and ease in the courtroom are surely an asset to his clients. In addition, he serves as a valuable resource to other practicing attorneys in the NOVA area.
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