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Corinne Jane Magee
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Biography
Before and while I was in law school, I served as Director of Research for the Legislature of Michigan's Washington, D.C. office, coordinating federal/state legislation between the Michigan Congressional delegation and the Michigan legislature.
Upon graduating from law school in 1979, I worked as a staff attorney for the Rhode Island Supreme Court. From 1981-1987, I was a prosecutor in the Fairfax County Commonwealth Attorney's Office. I have been a criminal defense lawyer since 1987.
I am a past-president of the Virginia Association of Criminal Defense Attorneys, and continue to serve on its Board of Directors. I regularly teach continuing legal education in the area of criminal defense around the state for a number of associations and organizations.
I serve as the Virginia State Representative for the National College for DUI Defense (NCDD), and regularly attend their sponsored seminars around the country.
Practice Areas
3
Practice Areas
Criminal Defense
50%
39 years | 1,000 cases
DUI and DWI
45%
39 years | 2,000 cases
Appeals
5%
39 years | 250 cases
Fees and Rates
Cost
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Licensed in Virginia for 44 years
State: Virginia
Acquired: 1981
No misconduct found
Licensed in Rhode Island for 46 years
State: Rhode Island
Acquired: 1979
No misconduct found
Location
The Magee Law Firm, PLLC
Suite 3, 1300 Old Chain Bridge Road, Mclean, VA, 22101-3963
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Posted by anonymous | May 26, 2020 | Hired Attorney
BEST LAWYER A+++
Mrs. Magee is the best lawyer who did everything she possibly could for me. I was blessed to have her.
Posted by Sandra Breeden Martin | February 20, 2017
Above and Beyond
In trying to get legal information for a time-sensitive matter, I reached out to Ms. Magee. I was happily surprised to get an email back from her in a short amount of time. She answered my questions and helped me tremendously. Thank you again, Ms. Magee.
Posted by Lezley | March 02, 2012 | Lawsuits & Disputes
Criminal Defense Case
Mrs. Magee was very professional, helpful and knowledgable regarding my case. She always kept me informed; I always knew what was going on and what to expect. She was agressive in the courtroom with objections and presented my defense superbly. I would definitely use her again, if needed.
Posted by anonymous | October 27, 2010 | DUI & DWI
We are so grateful to Corinne
We were a little reluctant to go to court on a DUI without an expert witness but Ms Magee's approach is to sort of serve as her own expert and to utilize other resources-she was masterful. She gave us our lives back and got the case striken! We had a complex case and I thought she cut through to the ...
Corinne Jane Magee's Lawyer Endorsements
"I was lucky and fortunate enough to have Corinne assigned to me as a mentor when I started my practice. I consider her mentorship to be a critical part of building my practice. Her advice, mentorship, and generosity with her time have had a tremendously positive impact on my cases. Her publications and written guides are an indispensable resource for me. Thanks to her help, she’s made a huge difference in my practice and the lives of my clients. I would argue that Corinne is a true authority on criminal defense, criminal procedure and defense of DUI. I have been in court and observed her talents in preliminary hearings and trials and have always walked out inspired and awe struck at her ability to effectively cross examine witnesses and put on a spectacular defense for her clients. I endorse her unequivocally and would highly recommend retaining her on any criminal or DUI case."
"Corinne is top of her field in DUI law. She has very creative and impassioned in her trial arguments which greatly benefit her clients. She gives very freely of her time and knowledge to both clients and fellow attorneys. We are truly blessed having Corinne as a dedicated colleague."
"This is unsolicited review of a colleague who is, in my opinion, one of the most brilliant, well read, hardworking, diligent, prepared, academic lawyers I know. She not only mentored me but numerous other attorneys coming out of law school and forward. I have seen her fight tooth and nail for her clients, passionately and intelligently and honestly. I am proud to have her as my outstanding colleague, mentor and friend. She raises the bar for excellence!"
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"I endorse this lawyer. Corinne is great. She is a former prosecutor and a leader in the criminal defense bar in Virginia. She knows her law and is a terrific litigator. I would recommend Corinne Magee to anyone facing criminal charges in northern Virginia."
"Very experienced lawyer."
"When I have the need to refer a matter to a criminal defense attorney in one of my family law cases, I call Corinne! I know my clients are in good hands with Corinne. I endorse this lawyer."
"When one thinks of the best of the best in the Commonwealth of Virginia, Criminal/DUI defense attorney Corinne Magee immediately comes to mind. Her reputation for professional excellence both in and out the courtroom extends beyond just the borders of Virginia. She is widely thought of in the National College for DUI Defense as a true talent in the area of DUI/Criminal Defense. It is effortless to endorse an attorney of this caliber. A Virginia citizen accused could be in no better hands than Corinne's. Period."
"Corinne is one of the best criminal defense attorneys I know anywhere. The respect she earned among her peers is exemplified by her election for 2010 as President of the Virginia Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers. Her knowledge of the law in this field is encyclopedic. I have referred many cases to her and my complete confidence in her skill and ability and my high expectations have always been vindicated. She is definitely one of the elite criminal defense lawyers in Virginia."
"Corinne is a great DUI/DWI Defense Attorney. she knows the Law and she knows the Science behind the DUI/DWI charges. Simply being a great Lawyer is not enough in these cases; you have to put in the long hours to learn the Science in order to win these cases. And Corrine has. I strongly endorse Corrinne as a consumate Defense Lawyer in the DUI/DWI field."
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Experience
Honors
2007
Virginia Leading Lawyer, Virginia Lawyer's Weekly
Work Experience
2003 - Present
Partner, The Magee Law Firm, PLLC
1987 - 2003
Attorney, Corinne J Magee, Attorney at Law
1981 - 1987
Assistant Commonwealth's Attorney, Fairfax County Commonwealth Attorney's Office
Associations
2010 - 2011
Virginia Association of Criminal Defense LawyersPast President
Education
1979
George Washinton University National Law Center
j.d.
Speaking Engagements
2011
Advance Criminal Law Retreat
Toxicology - Evidentiary Issues
2010
VACDL 2010 CLE
Top Ten Evidentiary Tips
2010
Indigent Defense Commission Certification Training
Trial of Adult Misdemeanors
2009
VTLA 2009 Criminal Law Seminar
DUI and Traffic Update
2009
VACDL Annual CLE 2009
Melendez-Diaz and Virginia's Response
Publications
2016
Fairfax General District Court Criminal Procedure
Fairfax General District Court Criminal Procedure
2015
Defending Criminal Cases in Virginia
Defending Criminal Cases in Virginia
Languages
English
Activity
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