David Barr Albo

David Barr Albo

4.8
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 38 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Tysons, VA
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, White Collar Crime ... +2 more

8300 Greensboro Drive, Tysons, VA

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$0 first 30 minutes


Payment Methods

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Licenses

Licensed in Virginia for 38 years

State: Virginia

Acquired: 1988

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Location

Williams Mullen

8300 Greensboro Drive, Tysons, VA, 22102

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David Barr Albo's Reviews

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4.8 /5.0

43 Client Reviews

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Posted by Mike | July 31, 2016 | Hired Attorney

Great Job!

Mr. Albo represented me for a drunk in public charge in VA beach. Although expensive, his track record showed he could get the job done so I hired him. We walked into court and spent 5 min talking about case with the judge who dismissed my charge no problem. There wasn't even an argument. He co...vered all the bases concerning the case and made sure he had all the facts before showing up, which you'd expect out of someone you hired. The only negative I'd say is he didn't quite give me any hope before the case probably because they're all busy and don't have much time to review the case very far ahead of the court date. Aside from that he made the process as easy as you could hope for.

Posted by Tim | April 25, 2016 | Hired Attorney

A Truly Outstanding Lawyer

I was charged with a reckless speeding offense. Not just 20 over but 35 MPH over! I retained Mr. Dave Albo and his reputation, and skillful negotiation with the Commonwealth Attorney resulted in a Failure to Obey a Traffic Sign. This was a 3 point violation, not a 6. This will be on my record for... 3 years not 11! Saved me thousands in insurance premium increases. And the fine was $150 not $2500 which was possible - not to mention the remote possibility of jail time. He made no promises up front since the offense was significant. Honest, well known, and a skillful attorney. IF I ever need an attorney again, I will be calling Mr. Albo.

Posted by anonymous | November 29, 2015 | Hired Attorney

Speedy Success with Dave Albo!

I am an out of state driver and was recently charged with Reckless Driving due to Speed in Prince William county which is a very serious violation. I am so glad I hired Albo & Oblon. Dave Albo represented me in court and we received the best case scenario outcome! After speaking with the ticketing ...offer and negotiating privately with the prosecutor Mr. Albo secured the dismissal of my case based on my completion of a driving clinic. Albo & Oblon made the process very easy and smooth for me. Mr. Albo is very professional, experienced in the industry and certainly kept my best interests as his top priority. Mr. Albo and his firm are well worth the investment and I would definitely recommend their services.

Posted by Jeffrey | July 31, 2015

DUI Attorney

As you could imagine the potential charge of a DUI can give you a good deal of anxiety. However after meeting with Dave Albo I finally got some peace of mind know that I was in good hands. Additionally, he was very fair in terms of his pricing and was always available to answer additional questions.... In the end my DUI was reduced to reckless driving, which I had told him was my number one priority and Dave was able to negotiate this plea with the prosecutor and officer.

Posted by anonymous | April 03, 2015

Gross negligence

He will not listen to you and understand your case like mine it was simple petty theft which I did not even commit. Before taking money from me he was confident to win the case but right after taking $8500 from he started talking in favor of public prosecutor and try to get me accept the probation of...fer and when I refuse to plead guilty he started showing me how my case is weak, he got me convicted because in court he did not open his mouth, the prosecutor did not even had evidence but she was good and confident to win and she did.I regret retaining him he charges big fees but he is not professionally capable of defense. You can retain this but you will get to learn on very expensive and disappointing cost.

David Albo

Replied last March 29, 2015

This person must have me confused with someone else. None of my clients charged with a first offense Petit Larceny have ever been convicted of Petit Larceny. In nearly 30 years of practicing law, I can not think of a single client of mine charged with first offense Petit Larceny ever being convicted of it. This is because the Court has a process to allow people to do community service in exchange for a dismissal. Secondly, I have never charged anything close to $8,500 for a Petit Larceny. Our normal fee would be between $1,500 to $2,200 depending upon the complexity of the case. Finally, there is an automatic right of appeal on a Petit Larceny. So if this individual was not happy with his/her outcome, he/she could have just appealed it and started over. If he/she were my client, and he/she did not like the outcome, I would have appealed the case for them and started over.

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David Barr Albo's Lawyer Endorsements

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Benjamin Rajotte

Criminal defense lawyer | Feb 09

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Marina Medvin

Unknown lawyer | Jan 29

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"David is an exceptionally knowledgable and experienced attorney. He represents his clients with zeal and determination. David is highly respected by our judges and has a great rapport with the prosecutors. Absolutely recommended."

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Richard Trimber

Employment and labor lawyer | Oct 28

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Dave provides practical solutions to thorny and expensive legal issues. I am impressed with how is mind comprehends the underlying issue and motivation of people in a matter and provides the advice to achieve results!"

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Rick Morris

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Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2020

Legal Elite, Virginia Business Magazine

2019

Top Lawyers, Northern Virginia Magazine

2019

Top Lawyer, Virginia Business Magazine

2018

Legal Elite, Virginia Business Magazine

2017

Top Lawyers, Northern Virginia Magazine

2016

Top Lawyer, Washingtonian Magazine

2015

Top Lawyer, Washingtonian Magazine

2014

Top Lawyer, Washingtonian Magazine

2014

Top Lawyers, Northern Virginia Magazine

2014

Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2014

Top Lawyer, Washingtonian Magazine

2013

Top Lawyer, Washingtonian Magazine

2012

Top Lawyer, Washingtonian Magazine

2012

Top Lawyers, Northern Virginia Magazine

2010

Leader in the Law, Virginia Lawyers Weekly

2010

Top Lawyers, Northern Virginia Magazine

Work Experience

1994 - Present

Delegate, Virginia House of Delegates

1993 - Present

Founding Partner, Albo & Oblon, LLP

1988 - 1993

Partner, Albo & Anderson

1988 - 1988

Attorney, Virginia Department of Waste Management

Associations

2008 - Present

American Legislative Exchange Counsel

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

Beydoun v. Clark Construction International, LLC 72 Fed. Appx. 907; 2003 U.S. App. LEXIS 14838 (2003)

United States v. Cabrera, 953 F.2d 640, 1992 U.S. App. LEXIS 5856 (1991)

United States v. Gibbs, 1992 U.S. App. LEXIS 17818 (1991)

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Education

1988

University of Richmond

JD - Juris Doctor

1984

University of Virginia

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2017

Virginia Trial Lawyers Association

Recent Updates on the Law

2016

Virginia Trial Lawyers Association

Recent Developments on the Law

2016

The Supreme Court of Virginia’s Circuit Court Judicial Conference

Judicial Evaluations

2016

National Alcoholic Beverage Control Association

Development of Craft Beer Law

2016

Federal Reserve

Fantasy Gaming Act

2016

Fairfax Bar Association

Wine Law: Hot Topics in Liquor Law

2015

Fairfax Bar Association

Recent Updates on the Law

2014

Winery Law in Virginia

Winery Law in Virginia

2014

Virginia Trial Lawyers Association

Recent Updates in the Law

2014

Supreme Court of Virginia’s General District Court Judicial Conference

Transportation Safety Laws: DUI, Reckless Driving, and Other Serious Traffic Laws

2014

National Business Institue

Winery and Vineyard Law

2014

Fairfax Bar Association

Recent Updates on the Law

2013

Virginia Trial Lawyers Association

Recent Updates on the Law

2013

Fairfax Bar Association

Recent Updates on the Law

2012

Virginia Trial Lawyers Association

Recent Updates on the Law

2012

Fairfax Bar Association

Recent Updates on the Law

2011

Virginia Trial Lawyers Association

Recent Updates on the Law

2011

Fairfax Bar Association

Recent Updates on the Law

2010

Virginia Trial Lawyers Association

Recent Updates on the Law

2009

Virginia Trial Lawyers Association

Recent Updates on the Law

2008

Virginia Trial Lawyers Association

Recent Updates on the Law

Publications

2008

University of Richmond Law Review - Journal of Law and Public Interest Illegal Immigration in the Virginia General Assembly

Languages

English

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