Joseph Thomas Flood

Joseph Thomas Flood

also known as Joe Flood

4.6
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 33 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Fairfax, VA
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Federal Crime, Sex Crime, Juvenile

10621 Jones St, Suite 301 A, Fairfax, VA

About Joseph

Biography

Practice Areas

4

Practice Areas

Criminal Defense 70%

capital murder, complex criminal litigation, criminal trials, federal criminal practice

70%

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Licenses

Licensed in Virginia for 20 years

State: Virginia

Acquired: 2005

Active

No misconduct found

Licensed in New York for 29 years

State: New York

Acquired: 1996

Currently Registered

No misconduct found

Licensed in Alabama for 31 years

State: Alabama

Acquired: 1994

Occupational License - Authorized to Practice

No misconduct found

Licensed in Wisconsin for 33 years

State: Wisconsin

Acquired: 1992

Administrative Suspension

No misconduct found

Location

Sheldon & Flood, P.L.C.

10621 Jones St, Suite 301 A, Fairfax, VA, 22030-7518

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Joseph Thomas Flood's Reviews

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4.6 /5.0

21 Client Reviews

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Showing 1 - 5 of 5 reviews | General Knowledge

Posted by Bobby | January 11, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Best Defense Lawyer

Joe Flood is an exceptional criminal defense lawyer. I recently used his services to defend myself against a criminal drug charge, and I could not have been more pleased with the results. Initially, he spent three plus hours calling the jail to get in contact with me in the middle of the night. Joe w...as extremely knowledgeable and offered knowledgeable advice. He was very organized and kept me informed of every step of the process. He always answered my phone calls/texts and handled all the details of the case very professionally. Even though I was facing a serious charge, Joe provided a sense of comfort and security as he worked through the case. Joe is a great lawyer and I highly recommend him for any criminal defense needs. He is the best lawyer that I could have asked for and I’m extremely grateful for all his hard work.

Posted by anonymous | January 08, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Fantastic Attorney!

My son was caught in a government sting operation and was facing a potential lengthy prison sentence. Attorney Joe Flood worked hard and got it significantly reduced to a reasonable sentence including community service. Attorney Flood immediately connected with my son to understand the situation, ...developed a strategy and over delivered on his promises. Attorney Flood’s knowledge, research and abilities are top notch and you will not be disappointed in his services.

Posted by Shawn | January 08, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Fantastic Attorney - an even better person!!

From the moment I hired Mr Flood, I felt like our case was the only case he was working on. He religiously stayed in touch with me throughout the various stages of the case and kept me informed and educated on every aspect as we navigated through a very long and drawn out process. Everything Mr Flo...od told me he would do, he did! My best friend is a criminal attorney in NC and he helped me find Mr Flood. We had a lengthy list of potential attorneys and we interviewed many. After the first conversation with Mr Flood, I knew he was the right attorney for my brother’s case. Mr Flood is professional, compassionate and smart, but most importantly he is competent. I would highly recommend Mr Flood.

Posted by Monica | March 01, 2021 | Criminal Defense

Committed to Excellence

Joseph Flood had a dramatic and positive impact on my life. He made every effort to establish a relationship of trust with me and maintained close contact throughout my time of need. He was a great listener and approached my criminal case with an open mind. His passion for serving people, coupled wit...h his expertise in criminal law makes him one of the best criminal defense lawyers around. If you are looking for a defense attorney who is client centered, dedicated, and knowledgeable I would highly recommend him.

Posted by anonymous | February 11, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Best attorney I could have asked for

When I went through some serious legal trouble Joe Flood really helped my family and I. After having a bad experience with a much overpriced lawyer, Mr. Flood proved to be an amazing attorney. He knows how the legal system works and has a passion for what he does. He was straight forward and honest w...ith us and always communicated every aspect of my case with me. Mr. Flood had previous experience with a similar case and I know he dedicated himself to help me out, more than could be expected of an attorney. In addition to all that, he has experience with counseling and really comforted my family and I through this traumatic experience. In the end the outcome was better than I could have ever expected, and I can honestly say that this was because of everything Joe Flood did. If only there were more attorneys like him.

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Joseph Thomas Flood's Lawyer Endorsements

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Jonathan Sheldon

Criminal defense lawyer | Feb 26

Relationship: Co-worker

"I endorse Joe Flood. You will be hard pressed to find a criminal defense lawyer who blends the commitment to his clients, awareness of the law, and brilliant strategy that Joe possesses. Whether you’re charged with a minor offense or capital murder, you will not find another lawyer who fights as hard as Joe."

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Pleasant Brodnax

Federal crime lawyer | Feb 22

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I wholeheartedly endorse this lawyer. Joe and I are working closely on a very complicated federal matter. He is bright, hard-working and enjoys the complete confidence of the client. Look forward to working with him on other matters."

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John Lentine

Criminal defense lawyer | Feb 19

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I fully endorse Joe. He is a phenomenal lawyer who is a tireless worker for his clients. He is a lawyer's lawyer."

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William Easton

Criminal defense lawyer | Feb 18

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Joe based on my professional and personal experience with him for over two decades."

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Joan Robin

Criminal defense lawyer | Feb 17

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Joe is a fantastic lawyer and advocate for his clients. Tenacious and sharp, Joe is someone whom I have sought advice from on many occasions."

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John Zwerling

Criminal defense lawyer | Feb 17

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Ryan Campbell

Criminal defense lawyer | Feb 17

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Joe is a highly competent lawyer. He's intelligent, determined, creative, thorough, and diligent. Joe has distinguished himself as especially talented with Post-Conviction matters, but he is well known and respected in the criminal defense field."

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Allen Bareford

Criminal defense lawyer | Feb 17

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Daniel Goldman

Criminal defense lawyer | Feb 17

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Joe's as good as they come, a thoughtful, creative, and tenacious advocate who cares deeply about his clients and does all he can on their behalf."

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Jennifer Stanton

Criminal defense lawyer | Feb 10

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Joe Flood has a wealth of experience in criminal defense and capital litigation. He is thorough, sharp, and client-centered. If you asked any attorney you knew who THEY would hire if they were the one in trouble, Joe Flood's name would come up every time. I highly recommend Joe in this field!"

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Eugene Gorokhov

Criminal defense lawyer | Feb 09

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Joe is fantastic lawyer and a great colleague. Creative and thorough, he goes the extra mile for every one of his clients."

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Steven Milani

Criminal defense lawyer | Feb 09

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Joe Flood is one of the most dedicated, tenacious and intelligent lawyers I have ever met. Joe is creative in motions practice, has a stellar work ethic and is extremely effective in the courtroom."

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William Easton

Criminal defense lawyer

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Eugene Gorokhov

Federal crime lawyer

Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

N/A

Top Lawyer, Washingtonian Magazine

Work Experience

2009 - Present

Partner, Sheldon & Flood, PLC

2005 - 2009

Capital Defender, Virginia Indigent Defense Commission

1995 - 2005

Deputy Capital Defender, New York State Capital Defender Office

1994 - 1995

Staff Attorney, Equal Justice Initiative of Alabama

1993 - 1994

Law Clerk to the Hon. Joseph W. Hatchett, 11th Circuit Court Of Appeals

1990 - 1993

Law Clerk - Volunteer Attorney, NAACP Legal Defense and Educational Fund, Inc.

Associations

2005 - Present

Virginia Bar Association

1994 - Present

New York Bar Foundation

Sample of Legal Cases

Commonwealth v. Sam Rittenberry, GT 20078908-00 (Fairfax County, VA)

Fine and 30 days suspended time

Commonwealth v. Ian Florance, Crim. No. 31218-00 & -01

Sentence reduced from 10 years to 5 years.

United States v. Marvin Dumont, Case No. 1:19-cr-276 (Eastern District of Virginia)

The federal district court imposed a total sentence of 32 months, reduced from 20 years

Commonwealth v. Robert Starr, Crim. No. FE-2020-468 (Fairfax County Circuit Court)

Guilty plea in exchange for a sentence of three years of supervised probation

United States v. Daniel Lee, Case No. 1:19-mj-278 (Eastern District of Virginia)

All charges dismissed

Commonwealth v. Paul Rodriguez, Case No. GC17013062 thru -66 (Prince William County General District Court)

All charges dismissed

United States v. Antonio Young, Case No. 1:17-cr-198 (Eastern District of Virginia)

Sentence reduced from 240 months to 57 months

Commonwealth v. Mark E. Griffith, Case No. GC17004602 (Loudoun County Circuit Court)

All charges dismissed

United States v. Joseph Farrokh, Case No. 1:16-cr-020 (Eastern District of Virginia)

Guilty plea and sentence of 3 years.

Commonwealth v. Mohamed El Tohami, Case No. JA437575-02, -03, & -04

All charges dismissed

United States v. Isaac Anane, Case No. 1:20-cr-091 (Eastern District of Virginia)

Mr. Anane will serve less 30 months imprisonment.

United States v. Brandon Sobotta, Case No. 1:19-cr-112 (Eastern District of Virginia)

Time served (less than 5 months)

Commonwealth v. Brent Bevins, Case No. JJ041587-01-00 (Loudoun County General District Court)

All charges dismissed with prejudice

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Education

1992

University of Wisconsin Law School

JD - Juris Doctor

1988

University of Wisconsin, Eau Claire

BS - Bachelor of Science

Speaking Engagements

2021

Loosening the Death Belt Seminar (virtual)

"Plea Negotiations and Bargaining in Capital Cases"

2020

28th Annual Capital Defense Workshop (Virtual)

"The Client’s Perspective on Capital Defense"

2020

"Intellectual Disability: Uncovering, Evaluating, and Changing Outcomes" "How to Conduct International Investigations for Intellectual Disability"

2019

Mexican Capital Legal Assistance Program’s “Annual Meeting

“How to Present Video Testimony When Foreign National Witnesses are ‘Unavailable’”

2019

Loosening the Death Belt Seminar (Virtual)

"Representing Foreign Nationals in Capital Cases"

2019

Loosening the Death Belt Seminar (Virtual)

"Utilizing Testifying Experts at Trial"

2019

Initial Virginia Capital Certification Training

"The Relevant State and Federal Law You Need for Capital Defense"

2018

Colorado Method of Jury Selection in Death Penalty Cases

"The Law Lecture: Constitutional Principles Supporting Meaningful Capital Voir Dire"

Publications

2017

Virginia Bar Association “Trial of Capital Murder Cases in Virginia”

Languages

English

Spanish

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