Damon Dewayne Colbert

Colbert exceeded all expectations with handling my case. He defended an assault and battery charge as self defense and had the case dismissed with prejudice even before I took the stand. He is a sharp lawyer that most importantly has a great ability to read people. He is very experienced and knows th...e courts and law well. He quickly gathered evidence, disclosure, and communication while maintaining updates with me. If I had any questions or concerns he would be available to discuss the case. I consulted with four other lawyers, of which did not impress me. When I consulted with Colbert he was confident, knowledgeable, and most importantly spoke straight with me. I appreciated his attitude and outlook and knew he was the best option. In regards to that he provided me with a flat fee up front rather than monkeying around with a base retainer plus additional costs accrued after. Just very upfront and straight to the point. It was entertaining to see him manage the prosecution and the other attorney so expertly. He utilized their confusion of a companion case to dismiss the charges. The prosecution and accompanying attorney looked foolish. I was amused and in disbelief as I watched him advise the other side and predicted what they were going to do next. He saw their incompetence and ended the trial quickly and with effect. He attempted to convince the prosecution to drop the case the week before but they just had to drag me to court just to be humiliated in front of the judge by Colbert. Overall Colbert was a pleasure to interact with, competent, and has a sharp sense of reading people. It was truly a pleasure to have him defend me.

I contacted Mr. Colbert for legal assistance when my son was detained in Alexandria, VA for gun possession. I chose him based on his high ratings from Avvo, and I was not disappointed. Damon exceeded my expectations from the start. He promptly returned my call within an hour and offered a free consul...tation. Even though he was in court that day, he immediately began working on my case. Damon is a consummate professional and a brilliant legal mind. He provided me with excellent legal advice and kept me informed of any critical updates throughout the process. Thanks to his efforts, my son was not detained any longer than necessary, despite the judge's wishes. If you need a tenacious advocate who knows the law, Damon is the right person for the job. I highly recommend him.

From our first conversation about my charge, Mr. Colbert was pleasant, empathetic and ready to fight for me. Through that and follow- on conversations he helped to keep me calm about the situation and focused, so that my normal life wouldn't be derailed as we went through the process. This was ...my first ever encounter with law enforcement where I was arrested and charged. Unfortunately it was a DUI charge, which is a serious misdemeanor charge in the state of Virginia. Additionally, it could affect my employment and security clearance. As my court date grew closer, Mr. Colbert continued to reassure me that he would fight until the end for me. So my day in Arlington General District Court comes and the verdict we received was not in our favor, guilty. Mr. Colbert told me that we did not receive a fair trial, and that the only way we would was if we appealed to the Circuit Court. He asked me to let him fight for me and I told him that I would. The trial date for Circuit Court was set for 6 months later and Mr. Colbert began preparing. He filed a motion to suppress and we were seen by the court 1 month prior to the trial date. The court heard our motion which was that the arrest violated my constitutional rights and the motion was granted by the court! Mr. Colbert was a pitbull in the courtroom and thoroughly presented all of the facts. This ultimately resulted in the commonwealth not moving forward with the charge and the court removing the upcoming trial from the docket. I couldn't have asked for a better attorney. I am glad that I kept the faith in him and allowed him to fight as he told me he would. I would recommend him 10 out of 10 times to anyone! He is truly a professional and a man that takes pride in his craft.

Damon is an attorney who is truly dedicated to his clients. He is a fierce battler in the courtroom, with a tenacity and determination that is truly inspiring. From the moment we first started working together, I knew that Damon was a force to be reckoned with. In the courtroom, Damon's ability to... think on his feet and his deep knowledge of the law allowed him to fight fiercely on my behalf, even in the face of difficult odds. He never wavered in his dedication to my case, and his unwavering commitment to achieving a positive outcome was evident at every turn. Despite the intensity of the courtroom, Damon remained calm, cool, and collected. His confident demeanor and his ability to stay focused under pressure were nothing short of remarkable. I always felt that he was fully in control of the situation, even in the face of difficult opposition. Throughout the entire process, Damon was patient, attentive, and always willing to take the time to answer my questions and address my concerns. Point blank, Damon goes above and beyond for his clients. In summary, Damon is an outstanding attorney who is truly dedicated to his clients and to the pursuit of justice. His skill, dedication, and "never-say-die" attitude is a gift you won't find in any other attorneys. I would highly recommend Damon to anyone in need of a talented and tenacious attorney who will fight tirelessly on their behalf.