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Posted by anonymous | January 26, 2019 | Hired Attorney

Best Lawyer!

Jon is the best lawyer you can find. I hired Jon after getting arrested for a DUI and then two months later was arrested again for another alcohol related offense. I thought there would be no way out of this situation, and that my future was ruined. From the beginning Jon was open and honest and I f...elt he would do everything to get the best possible outcome for me. He and his staff were always available for me. Jon also gave me homework to do while preparing for my court dates. I trusted Jon and followed his direction by completing all the homework he assigned. At the same time he clearly communicated possible outcomes and his plan of attack. He was able to give me the confidence that I needed to face an unknown future. Jon knows how the court system works, and for my cases, Jon entered the Fairfax County Courthouse thoroughly prepared and used this to his tactical advantage in representing me. For each of my court dates, Jon was fully prepared and ready to fight for me. My DUI charge was dismissed and the other charge was reduced to a misdemeanor. Jon literally saved my future. As others have said: DO what he recommends you do to prepare so he can fight for you. Have belief in him and respect his decisions, recommendations and gut feeling on how to proceed. He leaves no stone unturned in fighting for your future. His staff is excellent as well.

Jonathan Katz

Replied last January 26, 2019

Thank you for commenting. I love both battling for justice for my clients, and seeing the positive difference that my efforts often make in my clients' lives. Kudos and thanks to you for keeping up hope as we fought together for a favorable result in your cases.

Posted by anonymous | January 26, 2019 | Hired Attorney

Look no further

Mr. Katz is very capable and a great choice in any legal battle. From the beginning, you know exactly what tactics will be used at court. Do his homework, that will set above the others in the eyes of the prosecutor. He is knowledgeable of all judges and prosecutors and knows how to talk to them. He ...replies immediately to all calls and emails. I had two drug charges at once: one misdemeanor and one felony, he fought so the felony charges were not brought in the first place not the first charge later dismissed, saving my reputation!

Jonathan Katz

Replied last January 26, 2019

Thank you for taking the time to comment. It was a true pleasure representing you. Yes, my suggested action plan for clients (in drug cases including community service and entering a drug program) can make a significant difference in case negotiations. When I talk with prosecutors, I see them not as opponents but as people I can persuade and with whom I can identify mutually overlapping interests. Negotiating from a position of trial readiness helps achieve better negotiation results, and leaves us always battle ready if a trial becomes the best path.

Posted by anonymous | January 26, 2019 | Hired Attorney

Standing up for your rights!!

Jon came highly recommended from a friend whose case he got dismissed. Jon was very attentive and in a hard time provided the compassion and sense of direction needed. Every document was scanned and sent to me immediately upon receipt. He constantly stayed in contact with me throughout the whole proc...ess. His attention to detail made the difference in the end. I agreed to a plea based on the words of the prosecutor, however when time came for sentencing the prosecutor wanted to go back on their words. Jon fought tooth and nail and only through his attention to detail and knowledge of law got the prosecutor to agreed to what she originally promised. This proved Jon's worth and then some. I can say he genuinely cared about my well being and truly went to battle for me. Thanks Jon!!!

Jonathan Katz

Replied last January 26, 2019

Thanks for the opportunity to pursue justice for you. How unfortunate when a prosecutor or any other lawyer goes back on their word. I reduce that risk by sending prosecutors timely written confirmations of our agreements, and here you and I ultimately prevailed in obtaining the result you wanted. Thanks again.

Posted by anonymous | January 07, 2019 | Hired Attorney

Katz is A+

Mr. Katz is a great attorney. I hired him after searching for someone that I thought was going to help me out the best way possible. Mr. Katz got my case dropped from a reckless driving to an illegal use of equipment. Which was a blessing. Mr. Katz is gold. Every step of the way he explains everythin...g very well and makes sure you understand every inch of the process. Mr. Katz has a passion for what he does and you can tell that; most attorneys are not as passionable as he is.

Jonathan Katz

Replied last January 07, 2019

Thanks for commenting. My passion and thrill for defending people accused of crimes burns as strongly as when I started practicing criminal defense over 25 years ago. All the best to you.

Posted by anonymous | January 07, 2019 | Hired Attorney

Look no further!

Do not doubt these reviews. They are too true. I am a healthcare professional and I was caught with my second DWI within 5 years with a refusal charge. During the process of my first DWI offense, I did not even meet my lawyer until my court date. HOWEVER, Jon was the complete opposite. From day 1 of ...consultation, this man explains each step of the process, has you doing a little homework (DO YOUR HW), and is super prompt with any questions. Sometime, I got TOO MANY emails from him and his staff updating me about EVERY DETAIL, which just shows how Jon and Lori are always ahead of the game. Jon definitely prepared me for the worst in all kinds of ways, however, he truly is a magician through the court rooms. He negotiated and had my refusal charge completely dropped and dropped the DWI to a 1st offense with NO JAIL TIME. You won't be disappointed by this man's passion for his job. I believe he genuinely gets a kick out of negotiating/winning the best possible outcome for his clients!

Jonathan Katz

Replied last January 07, 2019

Thank you for taking time to comment. Yes, my staff and I keep our clients fully informed of our work and progress with their cases from the very beginning. All the best to you.

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