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State: Virginia
Acquired: 2002
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State: Kentucky
Acquired: 1996
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59 Client Reviews
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Posted by anonymous | December 19, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Drug Crime
Misdemeanor drug possession
I had a minor drug possession charge. She did an excellent job of easing my nerves before trial. I had a personal vacation already planned for my originals court date and she was able to get it pushed back. I was informed she would probably be able to get my case dismissed with an agreement of commun...
Posted by john | December 07, 2016 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI
My DUI Experience
When I was charged with DUI and refusal I hired Lisa Caruso. Smartest thing I ever did. She was upfront, honest , and professional. I drive for a living so I was truly at risk of losing everything. Thanks to her great legal skills and respect she has earned from the prosecuters she was able to get my...
Posted by anonymous | November 23, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
Criminal
I was arrested on 1st degree murder charges facing 25 years to life. Mrs. Caruso gave me her word everything would work in our favor & she worked relentlessly to deliver... Nine months later I shook her hand as a free man!! I'm forever thankful & grateful for Mrs. Lisa Caruso's services & highly reco...
Posted by Stacy | November 05, 2015 | Criminal Defense
Very experienced, qualified attorney
As a long-time former prosecutor (over 20 years) and a long-time criminal defense attorney (over 20 years), I have had the good fortune to have first-hand knowledge of Ms. Caruso's abilities as a criminal law attorney over the years. She is first class, first rate; in summary, she really knows what ...
Posted by anonymous | November 22, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody
Not Helpful/Not Knowledgable in Child Custody
I never was able to talk with her regarding my case and concerns unless it was the day of court and we discuss it 5 mins prior to case. I wanted to file motions and of course that was another charge which was fine but I wanted her opinion on the best possible route. She was always there to play nice ...
I'm very sorry that you had a bad experience. The facts as you state them do not sound familiar to me, and I strive for the utmost client satisfaction in every case. Please contact me directly to discuss your specific concerns and I would be more than happy to chat.
"I highly recommend Lisa Caruso for those in need of an outstanding criminal defense attorney. Her background as a former elected prosecutor and seasoned litigator give her a keen ability to analyze your case, negotiate a favorable resolution, as well as try your case when necessary. Her results speak for themselves. Her command of the law, procedure, and the rules of evidence is top notch. Lisa has also made a name for herself across the Commonwealth as a leader in the legal industry, having served in numerous State Bar roles as well as an appointee to special committees and commissions. She has also received several well-deserved awards, including Trial Attorney of the Year. Lisa is also a well-respected teacher of other lawyers on numerous legal topics. For these reasons and more, I wholeheartedly endorse Lisa without reservation."
"Lisa Caruso is a top notch advocate and litigator. She's confident- with the knowledge, experience, courtroom skills, and familiarity with the key players to back it up. I wholeheartedly endorse Ms. Caruso."
"I would recommend Lisa Caruso to anyone who needed a defense attorney. I worked for Lisa as her Deputy Commonwealth's Attorney for 7 years and I have known her substantially longer. Lisa is tenacious, and cares about her clients. Her experience runs he gamut of criminal law. She has handled everything from capital murder cases to traffic. She has an incredible working knowledge of the law and how the criminal justice system works. She has great people skills. Combined, those assets get the best results possible. Lisa would be my choice if a need arose."
"Lisa Caruso is a lawyers lawyer. She has years of extensive prosecution and years of extensive criminal defense experience. Having worked on both sides gives an attorney a unique perspective and the ability to more fully evaluate a case. Lisa is one of a very few attorneys that I would trust to provide me with representation should the need arise. --Casey R. Stevens"
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2016
Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers
2015
Outstanding Achievement and Dedication Award, National Association of Professional Women
2014 - Present
Partner, Stevens Caruso
2007 - 2014
Commonwealth's Attorney, DInwiddie County Commonwealth's Attorney
2004 - 2007
Deputy Commonwealth's Attorney, Colonial Heights Commonwealth's Attorney
2003 - 2004
Assistant Public Defender, Public Defender's Office, City of Richmond
2002 - 2003
Assistant Commonwealth's Attorney, Office of the Commonwealth's Attorney for the County of Brunswick, Virginia
2002 - 2002
Assistant Commonwealth's Attorney, Office of the Commonwealth's Attorney for Emporia/Greensville County
2001 - 2002
Associate, Barnes & Batzli, PC
1998 - 2001
Attorney, Lisa Caruso, Attorney at Law
1996 - 1998
Assistant Public Defender, Louisville Jefferson District Public Defenders Office
2009 - Present
Virginia Criminal Justice CommitteeMember
2002 - Present
Virginia State BarMember
1996 - Present
Kentucky Bar AssociationMember
2013 - 2014
Virginia State Bar, Criminal Law Section Board of GovernersChair
2013 - 2013
Director of Public Safety"s Task Force on Non-Violent OffendersMember
2012 - 2013
Virginia State Bar, Criminal Law Section Board of GovernersVice Chair
2011 - 2012
Virginia State Bar Criminal Law Section Board of GovernersSecretary
2010 - 2014
Virginia Department of Game and Inland Fisheries4th District Representative
1995
JD - Juris Doctor
1992
BA - Bachelor of Arts