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Lysandra Pachuta
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Biography
Lysandra Pachuta represents clients in a wide variety of immigration matters.
She attended college at Robert Morris University in Pittsburgh and graduated summa cum laude. She received her J.D., cum laude, from American University, Washington College of Law. Lysandra is experienced in representing clients at every stage of a case and has conducted dozens of trials before juries and judges. Her current practice focuses on family based immigration, removal defense, and Special Immigrant Juvenile Status cases.
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Licensed in Virginia for 17 years
State: Virginia
Acquired: 2008
No misconduct found
Location
Henson Pachuta & Kammerman, PLLC
3541 Chain Bridge Road, Suite 208, Fairfax, VA, 22030
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1805 S Bellaire St, Suite 101, Denver, CO, 80222
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Posted by Andrew | August 08, 2013 | Speeding & Traffic Ticket
Honest, trustworthy and dedicated
I was recently stopped for allegedly driving more than 20 mph over the speed limit in Fairfax County, Va., which is considered reckless driving. Once I realized that it would be in my best interest to have legal representation I called around. After getting horror stories about suspended licenses and...
Posted by Lynn | January 27, 2013 | Speeding & Traffic Ticket
Reckless driving ticket reduced to a speeding ticket
I was horrified at myself to get a reckless driving charge due to speeding. Ms. Pachuta got it reduced to a speeding ticket. Other attorneys contacted me, and they were much more costly and what's worse, tried to subtly scare me (I'm a middle aged mother with a good driving record) and were less ar...
Posted by Omed | January 02, 2013 | Criminal Defense
An amazing lawyer who made me feel like she was my gaurdian angel
I was charged with very serious crimes with one of them involving a dis arming a police officer charge. I was suffering in jail and I hung myself according to the staff in the jail. I was placed in the worst part of jail. Lysandra came to visit me in jail but I had not gotten out of my cell to speak ...
Posted by anonymous | October 19, 2012
Speeding ticket in Fairfax County (Rt.66)
Ms.Pachuta was great. She kept me informed and represented me the way a client would want to be represented. I understood what was happening every step of the way and she didn't treat me like a $ sign....
Posted by Marian | October 05, 2012 | Litigation
Excellent, easy to work with
I picked Lysandra because of her honesty with me. She presented both sides of the case and was honest with me. She even told me that I did not need an attorney! I appreciated this level of respect and I never felt any pressure. She sucessfully argued my case to a better outcome than I even thought po...
Lysandra Pachuta's Lawyer Endorsements
"I enthusiastically endorse Lysandra Pachuta. She had tremendous courtroom experience representing a diverse client base accused of all levels of criminal charges. Ms. Pachuta is a smart, proven zealous advocate, well-respected throughout the courthouse by judges, prosecutors, and fellow defense lawyers."
"Ms. Pachuta is an extremely talented lawyer who tirelessly advocates for her clients. She is skilled in the law, and listens carefully to each of her clients needs. Many go to her for advice within the community. I would not hesitate to recommend her to help you defend your case!"
"I endorse this lawyer."
"Ms. Pachuta is an excellent litigant who works tirelessly for her clients and always does so with a smile. I would not hesitate to endorse her or to send a client over to her."
"I worked with Ms. Pachuta at the Public Defender's Office. She immediately established herself as a smart, tenacious attorney devoted to getting the best results for her clients. She always takes the time to make sure her clients understand the proceedings of her cases and the options they have going forward."
"I endorse this lawyer. She is a great advocate for her clients and an excellent litigant."
"I endorse this lawyer.She is an excellent attorney and highly skilled in the area of criminal defense. She cares about her clients and her compassion shows in her work. She gets excellent results for her clients and I have referred cases to her in the past. I would recommend her to anyone."
"I highly endorse Ms. Pachuta. In court she is always prepared for her cases and she cares a lot about her clients."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"I wholeheartedly endorse Ms. Pachuta as a reputable, honest, compassionate and dedicated attorney in Northern Virginia. She spends time working closely with her clients to ensure that they have a full understanding of their cases and that they are as comfortable as they possibly can be when navigating through their individual legal situations."
"I endorse Ms. Pachuta. I worked with her at the Public Defender Service for the District of Columbia, where she contributed valuable, creative insight to a wide range of complex felony cases. She is a talented lawyer, works hard, and is committed to the interests of her clients. I wouldn't hesitate to refer anyone in need of legal assistance to her."
"I endorse this lawyer. Ms. Pachuta is highly professional and works diligently for her clients."
"Seeing Ms. Pachuta's name on a docket as a prosecutor would encourage a smile as she was always a professional and intelligent adversary. As a defense attorney her caring and responsive approach to each of her client's cases resonates in the halls of all courthouses in the area. I endorse this attorney."
"I endorse this attorney. Ms. Pachuta is a hard-working lawyer who is prepared for court. I enjoy discussing legal matters with her and she always has a great demeanor at court."
"I had the opportunity to witness Lysandra in action, when she was a public defender in Fairfax County. She treated her clients with the utmost respected, was an aggressive litigator, and maintained a true passion for criminal defense. If I ever get in trouble, she will be on the top of my list to call!"
"I worked with Ms. Pachuta for several years and directly worked with her work on several cases. She is an extremely diligent, thorough, and talented attorney who works extremely hard for her clients. I highly recommend her."
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Experience
Honors
2018
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2017
Rising Star, SuperLawyers
2017
Superior DUI Attorney, National Advocacy for DUI Defense
2014
Top 40 Under 40, National Trial Lawyers
2014
Top Contributor, AVVO
2014
Top 40 under 40, National Trial Lawyers Association
2014
Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers
2008
Pro Bono Honors Award, Washington College of Law
2007
Dean's Award - Criminal Defense Theory and Practice, American University, Washington College of Law
2007
Dean's Award - Family Law, American University, Washington College of Law
Work Experience
2012 - Present
Founding Partner, Henson Pachuta, PLLC
2010 - 2012
Assistant Public Defender, Office of the Public Defender for Fairfax
2008 - 2010
Forensic Fellow, Public Defender Service for DC
2007 - 2008
Student Attorney, Criminal Justice Clinic Washington College of Law
2006 - 2007
Law Clerk, Administrative Office of the US Courts
2005 - 2006
Legal Assistant, Legal Clinic at Washington College of Law
Associations
2014 - Present
National College of DUI DefenseGeneral Member
2013 - Present
American Immigration Lawyers AssociationMember
2013 - Present
American Immigration Lawyers Association (Washington, DC chapter)Member
2012 - Present
CAIR Coalition Pro Bono RepresentationVolunteer Attorney
2012 - Present
Whitney Park East Cluster Homeowner's AssociationTreasurer
2008 - Present
Virginia State Bar
Fairfax Bar Association
Member
American Bar Association
Member
National Lawyers Guild Student Chapter
Co-chair
Sample of Legal Cases
Green card based on US Citizen child
Green card approved
Green card based on SIJ
Green card approved
I-751 Approved by Immigration Court
Green card approved
42B before the Immigration Court
Green card approved
Green card based on same sex marriage
Green card approved
Motion to Reopen in Immigration Court
Motion to reopen approved
Education
2008
American University, Washington College of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
2002
Robert Morris University
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2012
Virginia Immigrant Advocates Summit
Immigration Detention - Inside and Out
2010
NDPI
Confronting Eyewitness Testimoney
2009
PDS Investigative Intern Training
Eyewitness Identification in Court
2009
Forensic Science Training
Challenging Forensic Science Evidence
Publications
2012
2006
“A Summary for Bench and Bar: Preliminary Draft of Proposed Amendments to the Federal Rules of Practice and Procedure”
“A Summary for Bench and Bar: Preliminary Draft of Proposed Amendments to the Federal Rules of Practice and Procedure”
Languages
English
Spanish
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Guides
Legal Answers
Q&A
Immigration ?
04 Feb 2025
Q&A
Can I apply for green card for my brother if I am a US citizen?
27 May 2024
Q&A
How does it work?
28 May 2024
Legal Guides
Legal Guide
Getting a Green Card Through Special Immigrant Juvenile Status
30 Jul 2015
Legal Guide
What To Do After Your Prince William County DUI Charge
14 Mar 2014
Legal Guide
The Virginia Court System and the Path of a Reckless Driving Case
10 Mar 2014