David Barr Albo

David Barr Albo

4.8
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 37 years

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

8300 Greensboro Drive, Tysons, VA

About David

Biography

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 30 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

Looking for an attorney? Avvo can help.

search module image

Search our directory

Quickly connect with top attorneys through our legal directory to get help with your legal issue.

chat module image

Avvo's live chat agents can help coordinate a consultation with a local attorney.

Chat with a live agent who can match you with the right attorney for your legal needs.

Chat with

Licenses

Licensed in Virginia for 37 years

State: Virginia

Acquired: 1988

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Williams Mullen

8300 Greensboro Drive, Tysons, VA, 22102

Ad

Transform legal challenges into solutions.

Connect now to review your situation.

The Avvo Rating explained

display-bg

The Avvo Rating explained

David Barr Albo's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.8 /5.0

43 Client Reviews

Filter Avvo Reviews (43) Refine reviews to match your needs. Use the filters to quickly surface reviews that align with your case or priorities.

Showing 1 - 5 of 7 reviews | General Knowledge

Posted by NA | February 06, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Not a good lawyer

I wish I could give negative stars to him, he has no expertise on anything he doesn't research or has proper knowledge of law which could get you in more trouble than you already are and to top that he would charge you absurd amount of fee. I wish I could post all my personal details here to show my ...case and how easy it was to win and the public prosecutors dint had any chance to win only if Albo had shown some competency and capacity of defend you as a client he rather just stood their and force me to accept plea bargain instead of fighting for my case. A pro bono would have done better job than him or a beginner. Such a disappointment and also he can be very racist too. I am sure he is going to write back some defensive comments in reply but will not change the fact that how he mislead me and took advantage of for his fee which I happily paid believing his lies and fake confidence.

Posted by anonymous | January 23, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Best Defender! Extremely thorough, knowledgeable

Actually he was court appointed/pro bono, and was amazing. My previous lawyer was strongly recommending I take a plea for something I didn't do. Then in court based on his opening argument I dismissed said attorney, and Judge recused himself and set me up with David Albo. I went into his office, h...e listened, he laid out the possibilities, worst to best scenarios, and the best scenario happened. I never had to appear in court again and charges were dropped with prejudice. So if that was my experience as someone who had no money at the time just having come back from military. Can only imagine his service where he is billing the work. No shock that he had all these 5 stars, it's what I'd have expected.

Posted by anonymous | March 25, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Speeding & Traffic Ticket

Straight forward counsel

Got a “driving too fast for condition” I’m from out of state. Was amazed that Virginia allowes law enforcement officials to determine a criminal charge based on what I see as purely emotion. They can issue this type of ticket even if you are going under the posted speed limit. Needless to say- I n...eeded a Lawyer! David was a referral. I have the mindset that is immediately suspect of a lawyer or a doctor who is trolling for business. He does have a website and I recommend visiting it. He knows the law, is straight forward and sincere in his approach. Most importantly, he represented my ‘reckless driving’ charge in my absence, got those charges dropped and I ended up with a simple speeding ticket! It pains me to say this about any lawyer, however in David’s case- his services were worth every penny. This is the most sincere recommendation I can provide. If you need a lawyer, you need David Albo

Posted by anonymous | August 15, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Speeding & Traffic Ticket

Reckless Driving

Dave Albo was the best. He represented me in a Reckless Driving case and gave sound advise and walked me through every step of the process. He recommended classes to show good faith. I couldn't have been more pleased with his representation.

Posted by anonymous | August 28, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Speeding & Traffic Ticket

100 Percent Recommended

I was charged with Reckless Driving in the state of Virginia going 83mph in a 65mph zone. I retained Albo & Oblon law firm to represent me and was more than satisfied to have David Albo to represent me at my court date. As I had never had any charges against me, especially one as serious as this, I w...as incredibly nervous but Mr. Albo and his team gave me great advice including steps I should take in the time leading up to my court date. Mr. Albo did not give me any misconception of what may or may not happen, telling me to keep in mind that I could get my license suspended or sustain a large legal fee. His honesty was refreshing. With his legal counsel and representation, I was able to keep my perfect driving record and was dismissed of all charges pending that I take a driving course in the state of VA. I recommend him and his firm to anyone that needs honest, sharp, and quick witted counsel.

See All Client Reviews

David Barr Albo's Lawyer Endorsements

Endorse David
Benjamin Robert Rajotte headshot
Benjamin Rajotte

Criminal defense lawyer | Feb 09

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer."

Marina Medvin headshot
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."

Richard F Trimber headshot
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!"

View All Endorsements
Rick Morris headshot
Rick Morris

Military law lawyer

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)

See More Legal Cases

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

Activity

Avvo Rating

Our Rating is calculated using information the lawyer has included on their profile in addition to the information we collect from state bar associations and other organizations that license legal professionals. Attorneys who claim their profiles and provide Avvo with more information tend to have a higher rating than those who do not.

What determines Avvo Rating?
  • Experience & background Years licensed, work experience, education
  • Legal community recognition Peer endorsements, associations, awards
  • Legal thought leadership Publications, speaking engagements
  • Discipline Disciplinary information may not be comprehensive, or updated. We recommend that you always check a lawyer's disciplinary status with their respective state bar association before hiring them.
Avvo Rating Levels
10.0 - 9.0 Superb8.9 - 8.0 Excellent7.9 - 7.0 Very Good6.9 - 6.0 Good5.9 - 5.0 Average4.9 - 4.0 Concern3.9 - 3.0 Caution2.9 - 2.0 Strong Caution1.9 - 1.0 Extreme Caution