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Paul McGlone
also known as Paul Liam McGlone
About Paul
Biography
Experience:
Attorney; Sole Practitioner
Attorney; Sole Practitioner
April, 1999 to Present; McGlone Law Firm, (address above)
- Criminal and Traffic Defense; over 5,000 cases handled
- Bankruptcy; over 1,000 debtor cases handled between 1988 and 2004.
- Divorce Attorney; over 200 cases, mostly uncontested divorces, but also including contested Custody, Support and ED trials.
Attorney; Senior Partner
McGlone & Porter (Formerly McGlone & Hays)
Fairfax, Virginia 1993 to 1999.
- General Practice Litigation firm with 4 attorneys, focusing on Bankruptcy, Criminal Defense, Collections, Divorce, and Personal Injury.
- Full-time offices in Fairfax and Richmond, VA
- Part-time offices in Arlington and Manassas, VA
Attorney; Associate
1989 to 1992 Glennon, Goodman & Lubeley (Formerly Kenny, Glennon & Goodman)
- General Practice Civil Litigation and Criminal Defense
Attorney; Associate, 1988-99 and 1992-93
Short stays at 2 other Fairfax County firms that no longer exist: Miller & Bucholtz and Mason & Wheatley.
- General Practice Litigation, Divorce and Criminal Defense
Education:
George Mason University School of Law, Arlington, Virginia
Graduated with J.D., February, 1988.
- Participated on George Mason Law Review, Law Review Articles Editor; 1 published article in GMU Law Review
- Participated in several Moot Court Competitions, winning awards for Best Brief and Runner-up for Best Team (twice)
Mary Washington College, BS, 1985; Business Administration;
Passed Uniform CPA Exam, Virginia, May, 1985
Related Activities:
Served on Virginia State Bar’s Attorney Fee Arbitration Panel since it’s inception, approx. 1994; Prior to that served on Fairfax County Bar Fee Arbitration Committee.
Served on United States Selective Service Board; Local Board Member for over 15 years; Served 5 years as Local Board Chair.
Personal Interests Include:
- Organizer and Player of Competitive Pinball:
- Virginia Pinball Tournaments Pinball Leagues
- Fan of Washington Capitals-- Season Ticket Holder since 1987
- Redskins-- Former Season Ticket Holder; Lifelong Fan, through good times and bad. No longer visiting Snyderland, but still watching.
- Wizards-- Partial Season Ticket Planholder
- George Mason University Basketball-- Go Patriots!
- High School Sports: We support Chantilly, Fairfax, Westfields, Centreville, Paul VI
- Skiing-- Pennsylvania, Vermont, and Lake Tahoe
Practice Areas
3
Practice Areas
DUI and DWI
60%
38 years | 1,000 cases
Criminal Defense
20%
38 years | 5,000 cases
Speeding and Traffic Ticket
20%
38 years | 4,000 cases
Fees and Rates
Cost
Hourly Rates
$ 300-300 per hour
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Chat withLicenses
Licensed in Virginia for 37 years
State: Virginia
Acquired: 1988
No misconduct found
Licensed in Pennsylvania for 37 years
State: Pennsylvania
Acquired: 1988
No misconduct found
Location
McGlone Law Firm
4085 Chain Bridge Rd Ste 400, Suite 400, Fairfax, VA, 22030
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Posted by Michael | May 06, 2013 | DUI & DWI
North Carolina Man in trouble in Fairfax Co.
I was charged with DUI & Possession of marijuana at a DUI checkpoint in Fairfax County on Oct. 20, 2012. I make no excuses for driving under the influence, I did have a problem with the way I was treated as a heavily tattooed man from NC. I really felt profiled by the arresting officer whose name I w...
Posted by anonymous | July 26, 2012 | Speeding & Traffic Ticket
kwg--- happy
I definitely would use his office again if I were to need any more legal advice. I was clocked doing well over the posted speed limit on my motorcycle and was charged with reckless driving. He was able to bring the charge down to 74 in a 55 and knock off the reckless charge. I still had a fine but th...
Posted by anonymous | March 25, 2012 | Criminal Defense
Client Advocate
Paul recently represented me in a serious charge. The reason I chose him was in part related to high ratings on other sites. Things may have changed, but I found his staff to be very responsive, compasionate during a stressfull time. Additionaly, Paul worked hard to achieve a far better than expected...
Posted by Bill | January 06, 2010 | DUI & DWI
DUI dismissal
Paul took my DUI case to trial when the prosecutor refused to entertain a plea deal to a lesser charge. He did a brilliant defense presentation concerning the unfairness of using a roadblock to catch DUI cases. I would recommend Paul to anyone without a doubt - he got the case dismissed on unconstit...
Posted by anonymous | January 05, 2010 | DUI & DWI
RARE DUI and REFUSAL charges dropped
Paul is very good and knowledgable of the DUI/DWI system process in fairfax county. Two years ago I was charged with DUI and a refusal to take the breathe test. In court Paul McGlone was able to convey (by questioning the officer on the scene in court) to the judge that it could not be proven that ...
Paul McGlone's Lawyer Endorsements
"I endorse this lawyer. Paul is an extremely experienced and well respected lawyer willing to exchange thoughts with his colleagues. I enjoy speaking with Paul because he is very knowledgeable and approachable. I see him regularly in Fairfax County and other jurisdictions."
"Mr. McGlone, simply put, is the man you want in your corner if you have been charged with any traffic, alcohol, or drug related charge. He is a man with incredible skills in the courtroom and is also great with his clients. I could not recommend him more highly, and I personally recommend him to all who come to me with these types of cases in Fairfax County and the greater Northern Virginia area."
"I recommend Paul McGlone to anyone in need of a DUI lawyer in Northern Virginia. He seems to know everything there is to know about trying a DUI case in Virginia. Not only is he an excellent attorney and advocate for his clients, but he is a friendly and helpful colleague in the community."
"Attorney McGlone has demonstrated his thorough knowledge of Virginia criminal law and his ability to provide excellent and relevant advice to people in need."
"When I have a tough question I can't seem to crack I go to Paul McGlone. There are few people that have studied and know the legal issues as well as Paul (particularly with DWI and traffic cases). Whether it is a novel DWI defense issue or a complicated DMV procedural question, Paul has the answer at the tip of his tongue. I consider him one of most valuable legal resources in Northern Virginia."
"I endorse this lawyer. Paul is fantastic! His passion for the law is undeniable. He is one of the most creative and knowledgeable attorneys I have ever had the pleasure of working with. He is down to earth and very approachable often mentoring and advising young attorneys."
"Paul McGlone is a tenacious advocator, so it's no surprise that he routinely obtains very unusual results for his clients' benefit. I strongly endorse Paul McGlone."
"26 years of practicing criminal law is very experienced and experience matters. Knowledge of both criminal law and procedure is excellent and evident in his pro bono contributions. Client reviews are stellar. READ THEM! Do yourself a favor if you are in or near Fairfax and schedule a consultation."
"I wholeheartedly endorse this lawyer. A brilliant, trustworthy and highly respected attorney in the legal community."
"I highly recommend this lawyer he is a true professional"
Jonathan Phillips
Speeding and traffic ticket lawyer | Oct 31
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I had the opportunity to work with Paul McGlone as opposing counsel while working as a prosecutor in Fairfax County and now as a defense bar member. I see that his reputation as a zealous advocate spans both sides of the aisle and he is highly regarded among his peers. Paul McGlone is a mainstay in the halls of area courthouses and is tirelessly committed to staying on top of the law and latest developments that impact his clients' cases. He is the individual many lawyers turn to for advice when analyzing their own cases and I recommend his services."
"When it comes to ethics and concern for clients, this attorney goes above and beyond, I highly endorse this attorney for legal representation. Not only are they a well respected member of their community but a respected member in the legal field."
"There is no question that Paul McGlone is a seasoned veteran and well respected in our legal community. He fights for his clients and stops at nothing to give them the best possible representation. He is always prepared and ready for what is ahead of him, which leads to excellent outcomes for his clients."
"I endorse this lawyer. He is knowledgeable and dedicated to advocacy for his clients."
"Top-notch lawyer. Highly respected in the legal community."
"There are two things about Paul that make him one of the top criminal lawyers around. First, he is what I call a true believer, meaning that he is incredibly passionate about the work he does in preserving and protecting the rights of others. Secondly, he is incredibly smart. He is one of those lawyers that we other lawyers look to for answers when we cannot find one anywhere else."
"Mr. McGlone is one of the top attorneys for DUI related matters in Northern Virginia. He has been asked to speak as several seminars for the local bar association and to share his knowledge of DUI related trial defenses. Additionally Mr. McGlone is a member of the National College of DUI Defense and is always looking to stay current with the most up-to-date trends in fighting for his clients. I endorse this lawyer."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"I have known Paul for many years and consider him to be among the best in the business. I recommend him for his thorough knowledge of the law, his strong work ethic and his track record for his clients. In addition to being an excellent attorney, he is also a very good guy!"
"Paul is extremely knowledgeable and fights hard for his clients in every case."
Paul Mickelsen
Criminal defense lawyer
Thomas Lester
DUI and DWI lawyer
Joseph Beale
Family lawyer
Jonathan Phillips
White collar crime lawyer
Alberto Salvado
Criminal defense lawyer
Andaleeb Geloo
Speeding and traffic ticket lawyer
William Chick
Criminal defense lawyer
Todd Zinicola
Criminal defense lawyer
Patrick Blanch
Appeals lawyer
Andrew Elders
Criminal defense lawyer
Patrick Barone
DUI and DWI lawyer
Edward O'Connor
Divorce and separation lawyer
Scott Nolan
DUI and DWI lawyer
Olaun Simmons
Criminal defense lawyer
Thomas Carter
Federal crime lawyer
Michael Boyle
DUI and DWI lawyer
Jesse Hernandez
DUI and DWI lawyer
Andrew Bucher
DUI and DWI lawyer
Garrett Green
Speeding and traffic ticket lawyer
James Freeman
Personal injury lawyer
Experience
Honors
2013
Top 100 Trial Lawyers, Virginia Criminal Defense, National Trial Lawyers
2011
Gay Bowers Memorial Award, Virginia House of Delegates
2011
BV Rated, Martindale Hubbell
2006
Recognition of 15 years Service as Local Board Member, United States Selective Service System
Work Experience
1999 - Present
President, McGlone Law Firm, P.C.
1993 - 1999
Managing Partner, McGlone & Porter
Associations
2014 - Present
DUI Defense Lawyers AssociationFounding Member
2009 - Present
National College of DUI DefenseMember
2000 - Present
NORML Legal Committee (National Organization for Reform of Marijuana LawsLife Member
1998 - Present
Fairfax Bar Association, General District Court CommitteeMember
National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers
Life Member
Sample of Legal Cases
Commonwealth of Virginia v. My Client
Not Guilty of DWI, Despite .11 BAC, Based on Video
Powell v. Commonwealth, 96 Vap UNP 0540954 (1996)
Appealed
Smith v. S. W. Rodgers Co., Inc., 99 Vap UNP 0003994 (1999)
Appealed
Education
2010
National College of DUI Defense
NCDD Summer Session at Harvard Law School, 2010
2010
National College of DUI Defense
Mastering Scientific Evidence
2009
National College of DUI Defense
Mastering Scientific Evidence
1988
George Mason University School of Law
Juris Doctorate
1985
University of Mary Washington
BS - Bachelor of Science
Speaking Engagements
2013
Annual DUI Seminar
ASAP Program and Preventing Violations
2012
2012 Annual DWI Defense Seminar
Breath Testing Machine EC/IR II
2011
10:00 News on Fox5, Washington, DC
Proof of Insurance Not Required in Virginia
2008
Fairfax Bar Association Annual DWI CLE
Two DWI Attorneys Pick: 15 DWI Cases We Would Want If We Had To Try DWI’s In Virginia With Only 15 Cases
2001
Consumer Credit Counselor Training
Bankruptcy for Indigent Clients
Publications
2011
The Washington Examiner
Fairfax Helping Young Pot Offenders Avoid Court
2009
The Washington Post
Fairfax DWI Attorney Paul McGlone Quoted in Washington Post
2008
Fairfax Bar Association Annual DWI Seminar
Two DWI Attorneys Pick: 15 DWI Cases We Would Want If We Had To Try DWI’s In Virginia With Only 15 Cases
1987
George Mason Law Review
Virginia Dramshop Immunity
Languages
English
Activity
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Q&A
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Legal Guides
Legal Guide
What are Penalties for a 2nd Offense DUI in Fairfax Virginia?
22 May 2014
Legal Guide
Virginia DMV Point System
13 Feb 2011
Legal Guide
Profile: Defense of Marijuana Possession in Fairfax County, Virginia
13 Feb 2011