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4.6 /5.0
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Biography
A native of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, Peter Greenspun graduated from LaSalle College with a Bachelor of Science Degree in 1975 and obtained his Juris Doctor from George Mason University School of Law in 1978.
Widely considered by his peers as an expert litigator, Peter has advocated for the rights of his clients in criminal and civil matters ranging from the simplest to the most complex. With over 30 years of experience trying countless cases, Peter has obtained exceptional results in local, state, and federal trial and appellate courts.
Since 1997 Peter has repeatedly been recognized by the Washingtonian Magazine as being among the best lawyers in the Washington, D.C. Metropolitan area. In December 2017, Greenspun Shapiro PC was named "The Face of Criminal Defense Law" by Washingtonian Magazine. Peter has also been listed in the Best Lawyers in America since 1999 for white-collar and non-white-collar criminal defense, and has been listed by Virginia Business as a member of “The Legal Elite.” In recognition of his commitment to high ethical and professional standards, Peter has been awarded the prestigious AV rating from Martindale-Hubbell, and has received Martindale-Hubbell’s Client Distinction Award.
Peter has tried numerous high-profile, unusual and complex cases throughout his career. He is also a regular speaker and lecturer on trial technique and strategy at Continuing Legal Education (CLE) seminars throughout Virginia, and is a past President of the Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers, the Fairfax Bar Association and the Fairfax Bar Foundation. It is rumored that Peter can be seen walking near his Fairfax law firm with his office dog, a Portuguese Water Dog named Rockie.
Practice Areas
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Practice Areas
Appeals
10%
Criminal Defense
10%
47 years
DUI and DWI
10%
Federal Crime
10%
Fees and Rates
Cost
Payment Methods
- Cash
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Awards
Licenses
Licensed in District of Columbia for 29 years
State: District of Columbia
Acquired: 1996
No misconduct found
Licensed in Virginia for 47 years
State: Virginia
Acquired: 1978
No misconduct found
Location
Greenspun Shapiro Ginsberg & Yang PC
(703) 440-7485
Mobile
(703) 591-7268
Fax
3955 Chain Bridge Rd, Fl 2, Fairfax, VA, 22030
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Posted by Sunny Khan | September 09, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
Top Attorney in DMV
I was referred to Mr. Greenspun by a friend. Mr. Greenspun is professional, caring, and easy to speak to. I was facing very serious felony charges. Every single day for the past six months, that was all I had on my mind. I was afraid that I would be going to jail for a very long time. On the da...
Posted by Jesse | May 05, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
The best criminal defense attorney hands down
If you need help with a criminal charge this is the law firm to hire. Never in my life did I expect to be in such a horrible position in the criminal justice system. I was arrested and held without bond for a felony and misdemeanor charge. Within hours of my wife contacting Peter and Muhammad the...
Posted by anonymous | December 30, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
Anastasia Is a Great Lawyer
Choosing to retain Anastasia at the law firm of Greenspun Shapiro for the purpose of handling a motion to amend my probation was a great choice. She was wonderful to work with, warm and caring, and always very responsive even during the holiday season. I will definitely keep her in mind for any futur...
Posted by anonymous | November 19, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Litigation
Recommended and Surpassed Expectations
From the start, I knew Peter was the right choice. I met with he and Muhammad and they immediately asked all the right questions and proceeded with focused advice. Peter had to navigate both the court and the media for me, reminding me often what should and should not be responded to. I never once ...
Posted by Divik | September 12, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
Excellent Law firm!!!!
One of the hardest things I had to do in my life was to choose a defense attorney for my brother criminal case as he was in no shape to do it for himself. During this time I met with few different Law firms. However, when I met with Peter, I got really impressed by him for being very patient in liste...
Peter D Greenspun's Lawyer Endorsements
"Hands down, Mr. Greenspun is considered by other criminal defense attorneys to be the best in Northern Virginia, if not the state. He's brilliant, tenacious and committed to his clients."
"Peter is an excellent litigation attorney who is dedicated to client success."
"As an attorney in Peter's firm, I witness the commitment and time Peter puts into his cases, the passion with which he argues, and the respect he gives his clients and community on a daily basis. Even with years of success, he is humble, and always willing to help. I am honored to work for Peter."
"Peter is an exemplary attorney. He is someone who is a true leader in our profession."
Jonathan Sheldon
Criminal defense lawyer
Muhammad-Mu'Ath Elsayed
Criminal defense lawyer
Dickson Young
Criminal defense lawyer
Experience
Honors
2023
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2022
AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2022
Super Lawyer, Virginia Super Lawyers
2021
Super Lawyer, Virginia Super Lawyers
2020
AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell®
2020
Super Lawyer, Virginia Super Lawyers
2020
Fellows, Virginia Law Foundation
2019
Super Lawyer, Virginia Super Lawyers
2018
Super Lawyer, Virginia Super Lawyers
2018
Top Lawyer, Northern Virginia Magazine
2017
Top Lawyer, Northern Virginia Magazine
2017
Super Lawyer, Virginia Super Lawyers
2016
Top Lawyer, Northern Virginia Magazine
2016
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2015
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2014
Top Lawyers, Northern Virginia Magazine
2014
Super Lawyer, Washington DC Super Lawyers
2014
Super Lawyer, Virginia Super Lawyers
2014
White Collar and Non-White Collar Criminal Defense, Best Lawyers in America
2014
Top Lawyer, Washingtonian Magazine
2013
Super Lawyer, Washington DC Super Lawyers
2013
Super Lawyer, Virginia Super Lawyers
2013
Top Lawyer, Washingtonian Magazine
2013
White Collar and Non-White Collar Criminal Defense, Best Lawyers in America
2012
Top Lawyers, Northern Virginia Magazine
2012
Top Lawyer, Washingtonian Magazine
2012
White Collar and Non-White Collar Criminal Defense, Best Lawyers in America
2012
Super Lawyer, Washington DC Super Lawyers
2012
Super Lawyer, Virginia Super Lawyers
2011
Super Lawyer, Washington DC Super Lawyers
2011
White Collar and Non-White Collar Criminal Defense, Best Lawyers in America
2011
White Collar and Non-White Collar Criminal Defense, Best Lawyers in America
2011
Super Lawyer, Virginia Super Lawyers
2011
Top Lawyer, Washingtonian Magazine
2010
Super Lawyer, Virginia Super Lawyers
2010
White Collar and Non-White Collar Criminal Defense, Best Lawyers in America
2010
Top Lawyers, Northern Virginia Magazine
2010
Super Lawyer, Washington DC Super Lawyers
2010
Top Lawyer, Washingtonian Magazine
2009
Top Lawyer, Washingtonian Magazine
2009
Super Lawyer, Virginia Super Lawyers
2009
Super Lawyer, Washington DC Super Lawyers
2009
Legal Elite, Virginia Business Magazine
2009
White Collar and Non-White Collar Criminal Defense, Best Lawyers in America
2008
White Collar and Non-White Collar Criminal Defense, Best Lawyers in America
2008
Super Lawyer, Washington DC Super Lawyers
2008
Super Lawyer, Virginia Super Lawyers
2008
Top Lawyer, Washingtonian Magazine
2007
White Collar and Non-White Collar Criminal Defense, Best Lawyers in America
2007
Top Lawyer, Washingtonian Magazine
2007
Super Lawyer, Washington DC Super Lawyers
2007
Super Lawyer, Virginia Super Lawyers
2006
Washington DC area's Best Lawyers, Washington Post Magazine
2006
White Collar and Non-White Collar Criminal Defense, Best Lawyers in America
2006
Super Lawyer, Virginia Super Lawyers
2005
White Collar and Non-White Collar Criminal Defense, Best Lawyers in America
2005
Legal Elite, Virginia Business Magazine
2004
White Collar and Non-White Collar Criminal Defense, Best Lawyers in America
2004
Legal Elite, Virginia Business Magazine
2004
Top Lawyer, Washingtonian Magazine
2004
White Collar and Non-White Collar Criminal Defense, Best Lawyers in America
2003
Legal Elite, Virginia Business Magazine
2003
White Collar and Non-White Collar Criminal Defense, Best Lawyers in America
2003
Top Lawyer, Washingtonian Magazine
2002
Legal Elite, Virginia Business Magazine
2002
White Collar and Non-White Collar Criminal Defense, Best Lawyers in America
2002
Top Lawyer, Washingtonian Magazine
2001
Legal Elite, Virginia Business Magazine
2001
White Collar and Non-White Collar Criminal Defense, Best Lawyers in America
2000
Legal Elite, Virginia Business Magazine
2000
White Collar and Non-White Collar Criminal Defense, Best Lawyers in America
1999
White Collar and Non-White Collar Criminal Defense, Best Lawyers in America
1997
Top Lawyer, Washingtonian Magazine
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Client Distinction Award, Martindale-Hubbell
N/A
AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
Work Experience
1992 - Present
President, Attorney, Greenspun Shapiro PC
1900 - Present
Attorney, Greenspun Shapiro PC
1984 - 1991
Partner, Klein & Greenspun PC
Associations
2013 - Present
National Crime Victim Bar AssociationMember
2009 - Present
Virginia State BarBar Council
Association of Trial Lawyers of America
Member
National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers
Member
American Bar Association
Member
Federal Bar Association
Member
Virginia Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers
Member
Virginia Trial Lawyers Association
Member
Virginia State Bar
Member
2007 - 2008
Virginia Association of Criminal Defense LawyersPresident
2004 - 2008
American Bar AssociationDelegate
1995 - 1995
Virginia Association of Criminal Defense LawyersPresident
1994 - 1994
Virginia Trial Lawyers AssociationPast Chairman
1993 - 1994
American Bar AssociationDelegate
1993 - 2008
Virginia Association of Criminal Defense LawyersBoard of Directors
1991 - 1992
American Bar AssociationVice Chair
Education
1978
George Mason University School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
1975
LaSalle University
BS - Bachelor of Science
1975
LaSalle College
BS
Languages
English
Activity
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