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Eric Edward Clingan
also known as Clingan Law, pllc (formerly "The NoVa Law Firm")
About Eric
Biography
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
8
Practice Areas
Criminal Defense
33%
25 years | 1,500 cases
DUI and DWI
20%
25 years | 100 cases
Speeding and Traffic Ticket
20%
25 years | 500 cases
Divorce and Separation
10%
19 years | 50 cases
Fees and Rates
Cost
Retainer
Always
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Chat withLicenses
Licensed in Virginia for 24 years
State: Virginia
Acquired: 2001
No misconduct found
Location
Law Offices of Eric Edward Clingan
4015 Chain Bridge Rd, Suite 37, Fairfax, VA, 22030
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Eric Edward Clingan's Reviews
Avvo Review Score
18 Client Reviews
Eric Edward Clingan's Lawyer Endorsements
"Eric's trial tactics, preparation and "thinking outside the box" are assets that serve his clients well in resolution of pending criminal charges"
"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."
"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."
Scott Perry
Personal injury lawyer
Annette Jones
Personal injury lawyer
Jason Huh
Criminal defense lawyer
Anna Lindemann
Criminal defense lawyer
Paul Mickelsen
Criminal defense lawyer
Experience
Honors
2015
Rising Star, Northern Virginia Magazine
Work Experience
2013 - Present
Of Counsel, Fricassi, Mahdavi, Sissman and Rand, LLC
2012 - Present
Managing Partner, THE Nova Law Firm
2005 - 2012
Partner, Clingan Tull Easley, PLLC
2004 - 2005
Associate, Office Of The Public Defender Fairfax County
2001 - 2004
Associate, Law Offices Of John A. Boneta & Associates, PLLC
2000 - 2000
Summer Associate, Arlington Commonwealth's Attorney
Associations
2004 - Present
Fairfax Bar AssociationMember
2001 - Present
American Bar AssociationMember
Sample of Legal Cases
Possession of Marijuana
Not Guilty -Trial
Reckless Driving
Not Guilty -Trial
DUI
Not Guilty -Trial
Assault
Not Guilty -Trial
Education
2001
University of Arizona College of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
1998
University of Arizona
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2015
Virginia CLE
The Rules of Evidence
2014
Virginia Continuing Legal Education
"May it Please the Court" -Successful Trial Practice
Publications
2015
National Business Institute Seminar
The Rules of Evidence
2008
National Business Institute Seminar
Family Law Litigation
2007
National Business Institute Seminar
The Criminal Trial: Voir Dire to Closing Argument
2007
National Business Institute Seminar
Mastering Jury Selection Skills for Criminal Attorneys
2006
National Business Institute Seminar
The Criminal Trial from Start to Finish
2001
Aspen Law & Business
Trial Evidence (Research Assistant to Prof. Mauet)
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Guides
Legal Answers
Q&A
Can I date while separated from my spouse?
25 Apr 2014
Q&A
I was charged for a hit and run felony, is there any way to get this reduced to a misdemeanor?
23 Apr 2014
Q&A
Hi I was caught shoplifting from a local walmart I had concealed in my bag , bags of Easter candy for my kids I have never done
21 Apr 2014