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J. Burkhardt Beale

also known as Burk Beale, Jesse Burkhardt Beale
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  • Woodbridge, VA
  • Licensed for 41 years
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About J.

Practice areas

Personal injuryCriminal defenseDUI and DWI
  1. DUI and DWI: 65%

    DUI/ DWI/Refusal

    41 years, 2,000 cases

  2. Criminal defense: 30%

    Murder, Rape, Drug offenses, and all types of traffic matters.

    41 years, 2,000 cases

  3. Personal injury: 5%

    Plaintiff's work only

    41 years, 500 cases

Languages spoken

English

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Boone Beale, PLLC

Suite H
4391 Ridgewood Center Drive
Woodbridge, VA, 22192-5399

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    License
    StateStatusAcquiredUpdated
    VAAuthorized to Practice Law198006/26/2021

    Professional misconduct


    This lawyer was disciplined by a state licensing authority.

    • Public Reprimand
      issued in VA, 1996

      updated on 04/09/2013

      This means the attorney did something wrong, but the Bar did not suspend the lawyer. Typically in this case the lawyer's poor behavior is exposed to the public in hopes that he or she will not repeat the behavior.

    • Public Reprimand
      issued in VA, 1990

      updated on 04/09/2013

      This means the attorney did something wrong, but the Bar did not suspend the lawyer. Typically in this case the lawyer's poor behavior is exposed to the public in hopes that he or she will not repeat the behavior.

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    Awards
    Award nameGrantorDate granted
    AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review RatedMartindale-Hubbell2000
    Work Experience
    TitleCompany nameDuration
    ManagerBoone Beale, PLLC1980 - Present
    Associations
    Association namePosition nameDuration
    Virginia Association of Criminal Defense LawyersBoard Member2008 - Present
    Fairfax County Bar AssociationN/A2005 - Present
    National College of DUI DefenseFounding Member1995 - Present
    Prince William County Bar AssociationN/A1993 - Present
    National Association of Criminal Defense LawyersLifetime Member1982 - Present
    Publications
    Publication nameTitleDate
    Virginia CLEDefending Criminal Cases In Virginia2012
    Virginia CLEDefense Of Serious Traffic Cases In Virginia2012
    Education
    School nameDegreeGraduated
    Washington and Lee University School of LawJD - Juris Doctor1980
    University of VirginiaBA - Bachelor of Arts1977
    Speaking Engagements
    Conference nameTitleDate
    Virginia CLEScientific Aspects of DUI Defense2012
    Virginia Trial Lawyers AssociationSearch and Seizure2010
    Virginia Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers, CLE CommitteeAppeals2010
    New Jersey DUI Defense Task ForceDUI Bench Trials2008
    Annual SeminarDUI2008
    Legal cases
    Case nameOutcome
    Taylor v. Commonwealth, 12 Va. App 419, 404 S. E. 2d 78 (1991)Reverse and remand where the case was then reduced to a non-DUI disposition
    Zimmerman v. Commonwealth, 234 Va. 609, 363 S.E. 2d 708 (1988)Reversed and Dismisssed

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    Phenomenal Criminal Attorney

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    Following a single vehicle motor accident, I was charged with a 2nd DUI within 10 years. Having been through the very, stressful experience of DUI trial before, I did a lot of research and hired the BEST. For my first DUI nine years ago, I made the mistake of hiring an attorney that wanted to "churn and burn" my case through the legal system. I was just a number and once I hired that firm, my case was passed my case on to an inexperienced associate. THIS TIME, I was insistent that my case be handled by an experienced, competent attorney. Mr. Beale is awesome! His calm demeanor was a perfect match for my incredible anxiety. As a Type A, worry wart individual, it was hard for me to relinquish control over the process and I constantly worried. I'm here to say, trust this attorney! He is extremely skilled in negotiations and worked out a fair plea. Thank you Mr. Beale!
    This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
    Hired attorney

    Superb Representation

    Posted by

    My family contacted Mr. Beale after I was denied bond in Prince William County. Several other lawyers said they would take the case, but never showed up for a bond hearing. Mr. Beale came to meet and discuss my situation. Soon after I met Mr. Beale in his office, he advised that he thought he could get charges greatly reduced, or discharged entirely. At my hearing Mr. Beale was very articulate and argued my case brilliantly. Just as Mr. Beale suggested, the 2 felonies were dismissed, and the 1 misdemeanor was greatly reduced. Mr. Beale is very intelligent and well spoken. I highly recommend Mr. Beale as a trusted and well respected lawyer.
    This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
    Hired attorney

    Excelent attorney

    Posted by

    Excelent representation. Could not be more pleased with the results of his efforts on my behalf. If ever in need of legal representation again, I would not hesatate to hire this lawyer again!

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    I had a misfortune of being charged with a serious traffic misdemeaner. Mr. Beale represented me and got my case dismissed. No record, not even a fine! He is knowledgeable, compassionate and professional. If you need a good lawyer, don't hesitate to give him a call. Once you meet him, you will retain him as your lawyer!

    Excellent attorney

    Posted by

    Very good attorney who can win very difficult cases. You cannot do better. He prevailed for me in a tough case.

    Attorney endorsements

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    Jonathan Katz, Criminal defense Attorney on Feb 17, 2014
    Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

    Burke is both a victory-driven lawyer and a true gentleman. I entrusted Burke around two years ago to handle a challenging procedural hearing for me when I had a date conflict, and he succeeded with flying colors. I trust Burke to discuss challenging issues in my pending cases, and delight in seeing him in the same courthouse. We will always benefit by having more lawyers like Burke.

    Jonathan Fisher, DUI and DWI Attorney on Aug 2, 2013
    Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

    I endorse this lawyer. He is one of the leaders in DUI defense here in Virginia.

    William Head, DUI and DWI Attorney on Dec 18, 2012
    Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

    Burk Beale is among the top DUI defense attorneys in America. He has accomplished some amazing, favorable dispositions for clients that I have referred to him over the past two decades. Well-connected and familiar with the unusual VA court system, whether jury trial or bench trial.

    Joseph Mcgrath, DUI and DWI Attorney on Nov 23, 2012
    Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

    Burke Beale is a leader in the defense of DUI charges. I know Burke personally, and, more importantly, know of the high regard he enjoys among judges and lawyers. He works hard for each client. I highly recomend him.

    Justin McShane, DUI and DWI Attorney on Nov 20, 2012
    Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

    Attorney Beale has the necessary reputation, knowledge and experience to make a meaningful difference to the motorist accused. He is ethical and most of all trustworthy. I trust him. I know you will too.

    Richard Gardiner, Criminal defense Attorney on Nov 20, 2012
    Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

    I endorse this lawyer.

    Andrew Cornick, DUI and DWI Attorney on Nov 20, 2012
    Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

    Burk is an excellent attorney. Avvo requires me to pick only one practice area to endorse, but in addition to DUI cases Burk is to be trusted in criminal defense and personal injury matters. He is a capable litigator with an encyclopedic knowledge of applicable law and procedure. Highly recommended.

    Robert Keefer, DUI and DWI Attorney on Jan 15, 2010
    Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

    Burk is one of the best DWI DUI Lawyers in the United States not just Virginia. Burk is a founding member of the National College For DUI Defense. Burk was one of the first Lawyers in Virginia to take classes on the EC/IR II, Virginia's new evidentiary breath tester. Burk has committed himself to understanding the science behind the DWI DUI charges. I give Burk my highest endorsement.

    David Heilberg, Criminal defense Attorney on Dec 4, 2009
    Relationship: Worked together on matter

    "Burk" Beale is a skilled criminal defense attorney and, particularly in driving while intoxicated case defenses, is one of the best attorneys in this field in Virginia.