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Showing 16 - 20 of 231 reviews | Criminal Defense

Posted by anonymous | March 13, 2024 | Hired Attorney

Thankful Grateful Blessed!

I wasn’t sure who to go to for my situation. With my charges, it felt I was going to get the worst possible outcome that was going to affect my life and career moving forward. It started as a google search for “Criminal Defense Lawyer in Virginia”. I discovered Attorney Jon Katz, Fairfax Criminal ...Lawyer by first search result and from there on I felt that everything would be fine. I was fortunate to hire the Fairfax criminal defense lawyer, Jonathan Katz, and his team (Rachel and Abby) for my first experience with the justice system. Hiring Jon Katz was the best decision I ever made. I was facing assault and battery charges. Jon guides me through the whole process. Regardless of how nervous I was at times Jon reassured me that it’s going to go well. He and his team consistently communicated with me, keeping me informed at every step of the process, which provided a sense of security during a challenging time. I am grateful for him, his work on my case and with the outcome. My assault and battery criminal charges were dismissed. He and his team are very professional. The Jon Katz, PC Criminal Defense Lawyer firm exceeded my expectations in many ways. I would highly recommend him and his law firm. I give Jon Katz, Fairfax Criminal Lawyer, and his team (Rachel and Abby) 5 out of 5 stars for everything they have done. I want to extend my heartfelt thanks to Mr. Jon Katz and his team for their outstanding work. I am forever thankful!

Jonathan Katz

Replied last March 17, 2024

The goal of me and my team is to pursue your best possible defense, to fully respect and work with you as a team, and to help you get back with your life as we fight for you. Thank you for your review.

Posted by Thomas | February 09, 2024 | Hired Attorney

He's not afraid to push back against the prosecution!

I found Jon online while faced with the seemingly insurmountable legal battle ahead after my first DUI arrest in Virginia. From our first meeting, I could tell that Jon was eager to fight for me to get the best possible outcome considering my circumstances. We discussed in detail the case options, ap...proaches, and defense tactics from all angles which helped put my mind at ease, knowing that He knew the system and was ready to tackle my case. I retianed Jon and his team during my initial meeting because I did not feel that I could have found a better lawyer base on the evidence mounting in my case. During the next several months, Jon and I worked closely to built a strong defensive, working through his action plan and wading through the Court's process and a few delays. I was consistently updated on the case progress along with regulator communication and check-ups to make sure we were on track with the action plan. I sincerely appreciate how hard Jon and his assistant Rachel worked towards building the very best defense before trial. In the end I agreed to a comprised judgment which did include penalties. But those penalties were fair and ultimately the consequences that I deserved because of my DUI. The judgment could have been 10 times more severe, based on the Commonwealth's minimum penalties and my case evidence, but because of Jon's knowledge of the system and solid plan for defense, I am pleased with the overall outcome. I truly feel that if I had hired any other lawyer, I would be facing a more severe and lengthy penalty. Simply put, I made a mistake, I received the best case scenario penalty from the Judge and this could not have happened without Jon's representation. Thomas H

Jonathan Katz

Replied last February 09, 2024

My team and I fight relentlessly for our clients through thick and thin. Sometimes their case resolves within two or three months and sometimes longer. Throughout it all, we keep pursuing their best defense, keep them informed, and remain as a united front with them. Thank you so much for posting your review. Jon Katz

Posted by anonymous | January 29, 2024 | Hired Attorney

Thorough, understanding and a master at his craft.

I hired Jon Katz – a DUI and criminal lawyer based in Fairfax, Virginia – on the recommendation of a friend; best decision I ever made. I was scared and anxious because I had never been in this type of situation; I have a clean driving record but I blew .15 BAC in Maryland and received about 6 or so ...total tickets, including a DWI AND a DUI ticket. From our very first meeting I felt that I had made the right decision. He immediately gave me various HW to do. These HWs were anything from Victim Impact Panel classes to Driver Improvement classes and so on. At every stage of the way, Jon and his extraordinarily efficient office staff – Abby and Rachel – were there for me and I knew I was in good hands. On the day of the trial Jon was in his element as he strove to do the very best for me. And the outcome was truly amazing; he secured my acquittal from the DWI and DUI charges. I will forever be indebted to him; I cannot recommend him highly enough.

Jonathan Katz

Replied last December 17, 2023

Nothing is sweeter than an acquittal. Congratulations for pleading not guilty so that we could achieve this great win. Thank you for the opportunity to defend you.

Posted by anonymous | January 21, 2024 | Hired Attorney

Jon Katz

Jon represented my daughter. My daughter had made a poor judgement call and was arrested. The first meeting it was apparent that there was zero judgement from Jon. He saw the case for what it was...my daughter is a good person who made a poor decision. He was able to ease her mind and when we wen...t to court he was able to get it reduced. He didn't want this mistake to affect her for years. I was very thankful for how he handled the case and my daughters anxiety. His professionalism and empathy was exactly what we needed.

Jonathan Katz

Replied last January 23, 2024

My defense of my clients is from a judgment free zone. Not only do I pursue my clients' best defense, but also know that empathy for their plight can have additional vital benefits, and helps me humanize my client all the more in fighting for a favorable result. Thank you for posting your comments. Jon Katz

Posted by anonymous | January 20, 2024 | Hired Attorney

Closest thing to a miracle worker I’ve seen

In August of last year, I was involved in a DUI accident that would have easily ruined my life and reputation. I was already at one of the lowest points in my life, having lost a job only weeks prior to my arrest for DUI and possession of two different controlled substances. When I walked into Mr. Ka...tz’s office, I was genuinely broken. Physically in the sense that my hand was fractured from the crash, and psychologically from the chain of misfortune that led me to his office. After a brief consultation, I had a game plan that gave me a chance to fight for a second lease on life. Through following his instructions, I was not only able to avoid jail time and get both possession charges dropped when court came around, but I found hope for myself where it hadn’t been before. I am currently living a life I’d never thought possible before, happy and hopeful for my future. Sometimes, it takes hitting rock bottom and meeting someone like Mr. Katz to really turn your life around.

Jonathan Katz

Replied last January 23, 2024

Many people first come to me with their criminal court case being a micro of their more far-reaching challenges. When we resolve the micro, that can be a step to resolving the rest. I am very happy to have reached this favorable result for you, and that you put your faith in me to do so. Thank you. Jon Katz

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