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Posted by anonymous | July 08, 2015

Thank you Jon!

This was my first time facing a charge, a reckless driving charge, which is jailable in Virginia.I was upset and nervous as I clearly had no idea that speeding would put someone into jail. As a student, I did not have any clue about how to fight against it but I did know I could not afford any jail t...ime. However, advised by Jon, following his specific instructions on preparation and doing the "homework" he assigned, I was able to get myself out of the gloomy situation. More importantly, together working with Jon personally in a team, I felt more powerful. At the end,I was happy about the result Jon got for me due to his very impressive skills and highly-concentrated working style on the court date. Nevertheless, I am even happier that now I have an intelligent friend like Jon. Again, thanks Jon! Xiexie!

Posted by anonymous | May 06, 2015

The best!

Jon Katz defended me on a dui case. He was informative and responsive through out the whole process. He got the ball rolling on what I needed to be doing before the court date and kept me informed the entire time. He was confident and very knowledgable about everything. The best part, he got my dui d...ropped to a wreck less driving! I was ecstatic! Still am. I might add, my case seemed almost impossible to not get convicted of a dui. Best lawyer ever! I will be recommending him to everyone!

Posted by anonymous | May 04, 2015

Top-notch trial attorney

Jon got a good result on a DUI/refusal to blow trial involving a collision -- after examining the arresting officer, the prosecutor accepted our offer of pleading down to reckless and refusal. This is apparently very rare in DUIs involving a collision. The prosecutors are generally unwilling to give... such a deal in such cases. I attribute this result to Jon's talent and preparation. Jon was generally responsive to emails and calls within a day, and his staff are on point. His demeanor and experience calmed me and inspired confidence in his abilities, and I speak on this point as a fellow lawyer. His courtroom demeanor set him apart from other attorneys. I probably saw four other attorneys argue DUIs on my court date, and Jon made each of them seem amateurish and unprepared. I recommend Jon without reservation, and had an overwhelmingly positive experience in his representation of me.

Posted by anonymous | April 03, 2015

Works miracles, reduced DWI charge in very strict area.

I was convicted of a DWI after retaining the services of a local attorney (not Katz) near the area where I was charged. This lawyer was horrible, and did not work with any effort on my case for me to have an adequate and fair defense. So now my only options were to accept this conviction that would t...arnish my professional record and limit my career opportunities or appeal this conviction. I am glad I chose the latter option, and looked for a lawyer that would give me my best chance of reducing this conviction. I knew this was an uphill battle because I heard the appeals judge was even tougher on DWI charges. I searched the internet for the best lawyer in the DC area, and came across this website. I saw Katz had a perfect rating, had amazing reviews (seemed a little too good to be true, but they were.) So, I called him and could tell from the start he means absolute business, does not give any BS. After consulting with many other lawyers, I felt Katz was my best option. It was. On the day of the hearing, Katz was already talking with local lawyers to get some inside information. He was working, reading, talking with me the whole time prior to the hearing. Then the hearing starts, he goes up to the judge and talks with him...a few minutes later my charge is dropped from DWI to reckless. I was willing to accept harsher penalties to get this DWI off my record, which might have helped. But I remember the prosecution was shocked, and very caught off guard that this just happened so quickly. Overall, I am glad I found Katz, and got the best results I could ask for given my situation.

Posted by anonymous | April 02, 2015

Superhero Attorney

Mr. Katz is truly the Best Attorney I ever had and I had several throughout my years. In My case I was charged with a 2nd DWI within 3 years and facing a very lengthy jail term. Mr. worked his Magic and got a miracle outcome. I Highly Recommend Hiring Mr. Katz for Criminal Defense especially for DWI.... Thank You so much Mr. Katz!!!

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