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Muhammad-Mu'Ath Shaker Ahmed Elsayed
also known as Muhammad Elsayed
About Muhammad-Mu'Ath
Biography
I represent individuals in criminal defense and traffic law cases and investigations in federal and state courts throughout Northern Virginia, as well as personal injury cases. I treat every case with the dedication and zeal that it deserves, and I am always committed to obtaining the best possible resolution for each of my clients.
As a long-time resident of Fairfax County, I graduated from George Mason University, summa cum laude, with a bachelor's degree in Administration of Justice. I then earned a Juris Doctorate from George Mason University School of Law, summa cum laude, earning the distinction of being the class valedictorian. During law school, I gained practical experience in criminal law through internships at the Fairfax County Public Defender's Office, the Federal Public Defender's Office for the Eastern District of Virginia, and the Commonwealth Attorney's Office for Arlington County, where I handled misdemeanor trials.
After graduating from law school, I gained valuable experience at a large, DC-based law firm advising insurance companies and representing them in complex litigation. I then joined the law firm Greenspun Shapiro PC, where I gained extensive experience representing individuals in matters ranging from traffic cases and civil litigation to serious criminal cases and investigations in state and federal courts throughout Northern Virginia.
My practice at Elsayed Law is focused on criminal and traffic defense, as well as personal injury cases. We handle cases ranging from simple misdemeanors and infractions up to serious cases, such as robberies and murders.
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Licensed in District of Columbia for 10 years
State: District of Columbia
Acquired: 2015
No misconduct found
Licensed in Virginia for 12 years
State: Virginia
Acquired: 2013
No misconduct found
Location
Elsayed Law PLLC
3955 Chain Bridge Road, Second Floor, Fairfax, VA, 22030
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Showing 1 - 3 of 3 reviews | Drug Crime
Posted by Rick | February 10, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Drug Crime
Passionate, Aggressive, Hard-Working Defense Attorney
We would like to thank Muhammad Elsayed for the exceptional service he provided in representing our son during a very difficult time. Our son was facing serious drug charges with tremendously stiff penalties. Muhammad was extremely efficient and prepared at each stage of this process. He thoroughly...
Posted by Jay | November 20, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Drug Crime
Intelligent and Empathetic
My son, 20 at the time and a young man with significant mental health challenges, was charged with selling a schedule II drug and two counts of attempted malicious wounding when he resisted arrest. We interviewed 3 attorneys and selected Muhammad because of his calm demeanor and his clear understand...
Posted by Zach | February 25, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Drug Crime
Great work, very personable
I am very glad to have worked with Muhammad on my marijuana possession charge. I felt comfortable consulting with him about my case immediately. It was reassuring to discuss my case with him each time, and he made it very clear what he was doing with my case. The end result was a dismissal of the cha...
Muhammad-Mu'Ath Shaker Ahmed Elsayed's Lawyer Endorsements
"It is clear from Muhammad's education, experience and responses on AVVO that he is a knowledgeable and capable advocate who cares about his clients. I endorse this lawyer."
"Mr. Elsayed is a knowledgeable attorney and pleasant to work with."
"I have observed Muhammad’s work first hand. He has the respect of fellow lawyers and judges. He is one of the smartest attorneys I have ever met. I would recommend Muhammad to anyone in need of an attorney."
"Muhammad is a great lawyer, and more importantly, a great trial lawyer. There is a difference. If you're in trouble, you need a lawyer that is not afraid to go to trial. Muhammad has that trial experience, having represented clients charged with murder, malicious wounding, sexual offenses, drug offenses, and misdemeanors. Muhammad is honest and will not mislead you just to get your business. He is as genuine as they come."
"Muhammad is a very diligent, self-motivated, and sharp trial lawyer. I have known him as a lawyer since he started practicing and have personally known him all of his life as his sister. However, I do not recommend him because he is my brother. I have only heard wonderful things about him from attorneys and former clients alike. I refer my clients to him for criminal and traffic matters and they always sing his praises! His clients are certainly in good hands."
"As his colleague and friend, I am honored to write this endorsement for Muhammad-Mu'Ath Shaker Ahmed Elsayed. I have had the opportunity to observe Muhammad's talents professionally and I found him to be a highly skilled criminal defense attorney with experience, knowledge and passion. He is a savvy trial attorney with an amazing work ethic which he demonstrates every single day in every realm of our profession. While he is a serious advocate and genuinely invested in achieving the best possible outcome for his clients, Muhammad remains honest, kind and gentle in his mannerism and approach to human beings. These are worthy and commendable qualities to find in a person, most especially attorneys these days; however Muhammad embodies them naturally. He truly cares about people. He is well liked and respected among our legal community. I wholeheartedly endorse Muhammad and feel proud to call him my friend. I recommend you contact him for a consultation."
"Muhammad and I have worked together on simple to the most serious and complex matters. He is simply put one of the best to work with and to help our clients!"
"I have the privilege of working side by side with Muhammad in our firm. Although he joined our firm a few years after me, I have learned so much from him. An attorney with 25 years of experience is still no match to Muhammad, as his intelligence, work ethic, and passion cannot be beat. I have no hesitation endorsing him and am proud to call him my colleague."
"I've known Muhammad since law school, where he proved himself to be a promising future trial attorney. In my opinion, those promises have come true. I endorse Muhammad and am comfortable recommending him to family, clients, and friends."
"I endorse this lawyer. He is a very talented lawyer and he gets great results for his clients."
"Muhammad is a keen attorney who researches and investigates his cases thoroughly to provide the best possible representation for his clients. He is also sympathetic and compassionate towards them. I'm proud to work alongside Muhammad and fully endorse him."
"I have known Mr. Elsayed since law school. He is a diligent worker who will provide competent advice and excellent legal services to all of his clients."
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Experience
Honors
2017
Rule 6.1 Society Bronze Membership, Legal Services of Northern Virginia
2010
Administration of Justice Academic Excellence Award, George Mason University
2008
Outstanding Public Speaker Award, George Mason University, Communications Department
Work Experience
2020 - Present
Attorney & Managing Partner, Elsayed Law PLLC
2014 - 2020
Attorney, Greenspun Shapiro PC
2013 - 2013
Intern, Arlington County Commonwealth Attorney's Office
2013 - 2014
Associate Attorney, Wiley Rein, LLP
2012 - 2012
Intern, Federal Public Defender's Office, Eastern District of Virginia
2011 - 2011
Intern, Fairfax County Public Defender's Office
2008 - 2008
Intern, The Legal Advocacy Group, PLC
Associations
2014 - Present
Fairfax Bar AssociationMember
2014 - Present
Fairfax Bar Association, Young Lawyers SectionMember
2013 - Present
Virginia State BarMember
Sample of Legal Cases
Commonwealth of Virginia v. Z.H.
Not guilty jury verdict
Commonwealth of Virginia v. V.N.
Charges reduced to simple infraction
Commonwealth of Virginia v. C.M.
Charge dismissed
Commonwealth of Virginia v. A.A.
DUI reduced to reckless driving
M.R. v. D.R.
Protective order granted
Commonwealth of Virginia v. J.K.
Not Guilty
Commonwealth of Virginia v. S.K.
Not Guilty
Commonwealth of Virginia v. C.N.
All charges dropped (nolle prosequi)
Commonwealth of Virginia v. W.M.
Not Guilty
Commonwealth of Virginia v. N.C.
Charge dismissed
Education
2013
George Mason University School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
2010
George Mason University
BS - Bachelor of Science
Speaking Engagements
2018
Laying a Foundation: Rules Governing Authentication
Authentication of Electronic Evidence
2017
Auto Injury: How to Obtain Key Evidence and Get it Admitted
Smartphone and Medical Evidence: Special Considerations
2014
Know Your Rights
How to interact with law enforcement
Publications
2018
Virginia CLE Publications
Defending Criminal Cases in Virginia, The Law of Arrest
2013
Languages
Arabic
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Answers
Q&A
If my son is 25 and he got a 15 year old girl pregnant in Virginia is there any way to avoid prosecution? Like marriage anything
26 Oct 2016
Q&A
What do I do about this trespassing summons?
06 May 2015
Q&A
Is there a statute of limitations in VA for abduction, kidnapping, robbery and use of a firearm in a commission of a felony?
27 Apr 2015