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Garrett Douglas Green
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Biography
Mr. Garrett D. Green is a partner at Nichols & Green in Fairfax VA. He has consistently received high praise from his clients due to his excellent client relations and his ability to obtain results in court that very few attorneys can match. He handles predominantly criminal and traffic cases in all Northern Virginia jurisdictions, including the General District, Circuit and Juvenile/Domestic Relations Courts of Fairfax, Alexandria, Arlington, Falls Church, Herndon, Vienna, Prince William, and Loudoun.
Some of the different types of criminal cases he defends his clients against are simple and domestic assault & battery, larceny, embezzlement, shoplifting & credit card fraud cases and drug crimes.
His traffic defense practice includes defending clients who are charged with DUI, reckless driving, driving on suspended and speeding offenses.
The importance of having a skilled and experienced trial lawyer working for you cannot be overstated – simply knowing the law is not enough. Mr. Green is keenly familiar with how different judges and prosecutors will interpret the law and facts of your case. Regional disparities can make an enormous difference in the results obtained in your matter, so be sure to hire someone who knows all the ins and outs of the County where your case will be heard.
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Licensed in Maryland for 30 years
State: Maryland
Acquired: 1995
No misconduct found
Licensed in District of Columbia for 35 years
State: District of Columbia
Acquired: 1990
No misconduct found
Licensed in Virginia for 36 years
State: Virginia
Acquired: 1989
No misconduct found
Location
Nichols & Green pllc
10615 Judicial Drive, Suite 203, Fairfax, VA, 22030
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Garrett Douglas Green's Reviews
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Practice Areas
Speeding & Traffic Ticket (287)
Criminal Defense (243)
Lawsuits & Disputes (38)
DUI & DWI (32)
Drug Crime (8)
Car Accidents (4)
Expungement (4)
Appeals (2)
Immigration (2)
Administrative Law (1)
Civil Rights (1)
Domestic Violence (1)
Employment & Labor (1)
Juvenile (1)
Litigation (1)
Personal Injury (1)
What Clients Mention
Case Results (386)
Advocacy (227)
Recommendation (182)
Practice Area Knowledge (134)
Professionalism (118)
Communication Style (90)
Responsiveness (78)
Cost of Services (74)
General Knowledge (66)
Character & Conduct (43)
Trustworthiness (32)
Staff & Support (25)
Compassion (22)
Punctuality (12)
Free Consultations (11)
Payment Plans (5)
Showing 56 - 60 of 134 reviews | Practice Area Knowledge
Posted by Tim | July 23, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Speeding & Traffic Ticket
Very pleased
I was refered to Mr. Green’s services by a friend. After a consultation which provided me with a detailed and easy to understand plan on how to fight my reckless driving ticket, I hired him. He structured a plan that was tailored to me and the courts and remained in contact with me up until my hearin...
Posted by anonymous | March 28, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Speeding & Traffic Ticket
Knowledgeable and responsive
I spoke directly with Mr. Green on my first call to his office. This was my first ticket in Virginia and before even hiring him, Mr. Green shared much information with me about traffic law and traffic court in Virginia. After hiring him, I had many follow-up questions and every time I called his offi...
Posted by anonymous | February 01, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Speeding & Traffic Ticket
Great lawyer. Thank you!
I got a reckless speeding ticket in November and had my court date in January. Mr. Green assured me that as a first-time offender, I had nothing to worry about (still, I was nervous). I paid a fair amount for representation, and I followed all the instructions Mr. Green gave me. In the end, my mi...
Posted by Inmar | October 06, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
Reckless Driving (85/45)
Mr. Green is highly recommended, I was charged with reckless driving. I was worried about getting a hefty fine, suspended license, etc... He spoke to me about trying to get a better and he came through! It went from reckless to just a speeding ticket (65/45) and a small fine. Could not have asked for...
Posted by Greg | September 28, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
Reckless Two Times
On two occasions in the last four years I have used Mr. Green to represent me in court. I was charged both instances with reckless driving. One a speeding ticket and the other loss of car control on on a hazardous exit ramp. Both were reduced to ordinary traffic convictions. Myself and my family owe ...
Garrett Douglas Green's Lawyer Endorsements
"Mr. Green is a skilled advocate who fights for his clients, and I endorse him without reservation."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"Mr. Green is a great attorney who pays attention to detail. He is very experienced and understands how important it is to take the time to walk each of his clients through each stage of the legal process. I recommend Mr. Green."
"Garrett is an outstanding attorney with a wealth of experience. I have known him for over 10 years now and have never seen him do anything but his very best for each and every one of his clients. Well-liked and well-respected by fellow defense attorneys as well as prosecutors and judges."
Brenton Vincenzes
Speeding and traffic ticket lawyer | Apr 24
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"Very few attorneys are mainstays. Mr. Green is almost always helping clients in Fairfax. It means he's doing something right."
"I endorse this lawyer. He has a strong grasp of the technical details necessary to win. He knows the case law that gives him an edge over those lawyers who come unprepared. A strong advocate for his clients, Mr. Green goes the extra mile. Highly recommended."
"Garrett Green has over two decades of experience and uses this to provide outstanding legal representation to those charged with criminal and serious traffic offenses."
"I endorse this lawyer. Excellent legal skills and very personable."
"I endorse this lawyer. Garrett and his law partner Luke have developed a solid reputation for quality representation in the Criminal law, DUI & traffic defense practice area. I regularly refer cases to them in the Fairfax, Virginia area. I have found them to be experienced attorneys who provide quality representation."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"I endorse this lawyer. He has an excellent demeanor both in and out of the courtroom."
"I can honestly say Garrett is an excellent attorney."
"I have seen Garrett Green in action, and I know him as a caring, skilled and effective attorney who works hard to defend each of his clients. I endorse him."
Elizabeth Tuomey
Speeding and traffic ticket lawyer | Feb 05
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I endorse this lawyer. Garrett believes in personal representation of his clients, and won't stop fighting until he can achieve the best result possible."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"Garrett is a strong advocate for his clients. He takes the time to thoroughly review each case and assess what works best not just for the case at hand, but the client himself. He is not only experienced, but has a good repertoire with others in the community: prosecutors, judges, and well liked by his clients. His firm is hard working and treats each case as important as any other. I would not hesitate to recommend him."
"I have known Garrett several years as an attorney. He is always prepared for court, and well respected by judges and attorneys alike. Garrett's quiet demeanor masks a fierce devotion to the law and determination to protect his client's rights. Always the consumate professional, Garrett's analytical abilities have produced intriguing and winning arguments. Garrett is a successful attorney and worth serious consideration when seeking a defense lawyer in Northern Virginia."
"Garret green is the consummate professional, whose legal knowledge, patience and calm demeanor well-serve his clients. He has earned the respect of judges, prosecutors and fellow members of the bar through his firm and effective command of the law and often insightful legal analysis."
"I endorse this lawyer. I've had the pleasure of knowing Garrett Green for many years, Garrett is an experienced, trial-proven defense lawyer. He enjoys a great reputation in all northern VA courthouses as a vigorous advocate. Garrett represents his clients well using his legal knowledge, strategic thought, professionalism, and charming interpersonal skills."
"I've known Garrett for several years and seen him in action at court. He is a strong advocate with excellent court room skills. Additionally, I've seen him utilize a professional demeanor to achieve great results. I recall seeing him under fire once and managed to defuse a very tense situation with his calm and gentlemanly way that turned the case around. I was impressed. That's one of the reasons I endorse him."
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Experience
Honors
2021
Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
Work Experience
2011 - Present
Partner, Nichols & Green pllc
2004 - 2011
Attorney, Sris Law Group, LLP
Associations
2004 - Present
Fairfax County Bar AssociationMember
1989 - Present
Virginia State BarMember
Sample of Legal Cases
DISCLAIMER
THESE CASE RESULTS DEPEND UPON A VARIETY OF FACTORS UNIQUE TO EACH CASE AND THESE CASE RESULTS DO NOT GUARANTEE OR PREDICT A SIMILAR RESULT IN ANY FUTURE CASE UNDERTAKEN BY THIS LAWYER.
S****** v. Commonwealth
Case was dismissed: Driving Without a Valid License (2nd offense)
N***** v. Commonwealth
DUI was dissmissed at trial on a consitutional objection
M****** v. Commonwealth
Case was dismissed: Driving on a Suspended License.
Education
1989
Syracuse University College of Law
Juris Doctorate
1982
Hamilton College
BS - Bachelor of Science
Publications
2014
Spectrum Publishing
Virginia Property Crimes Manual
2013
Spectrum Publishing
The Drug Crimes Defense Manual
Languages
French
Activity
Legal Answers