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Posted by Stacy | November 05, 2015

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 ...she is doing! If you are seeking a criminal defense attorney, you could not ask for a better attorney than Lisa to represent you.

Posted by Sudeshna | October 30, 2015 | Hired Attorney

Reckless Driving Charge from Dinwiddie county

Ms Caruso's counsel and help in this case was outstanding. The charges were reduced to a fine and minimal points on license - as opposed to misdemeanor charges/jail/suspended sentence etc. We are immensely relieved not having to go thru that nightmare. Her professionalism and expertise is admirabl...e. Many thanks from our entire family.

Posted by anonymous | January 16, 2021 | Hired Attorney

NO communication

I was facing a charge I did not commit with little to zero evidence that the alleged crime did occur. I could barely get in contact with the lawyer and when I did I was just assured that everything would be okay and we would address things in the waiting hall prior to entering the court room. When I ...got there she advised me to take a plea to the charge and face two years of probation for a domestic assault. She’s over priced, lazy, and absolutely will not fight for you as some other reviews suggest. Also - even with a negative outcome she requested I leave her a nice review and for what? Because you and your law degree recommend I take a deal instead of actually trying to fight the case. Thanks for assisting me and wasting two years of my life and no longer being able to see my child without supervision. I hope one day others will see through your BS. - a very disgruntled client

Lisa Caruso

Replied last January 16, 2021

Dear Anonymous: I’m sorry that you do not feel as though I helped you gain a positive result. Given the facts as you suggest they occurred, I do not recollect handling your case. I pride myself on being easily accessible to my clients and I fight hard for each of them. In fact, all of my clients have my cell number 804 731 4262 and clients call and text at any hour and I always respond. If you would like to discuss your impressions and concerns offline, I would be more than happy to. Thank you very much.

Posted by anonymous | November 22, 2016 | Hired Attorney

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 ...with the other lawyers instead of going in there demanding what I wanted and sticking up for my rights. Perhaps she's good in criminal cases but she doesn't specialize in child custody!

Lisa Caruso

Replied last November 22, 2016

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.

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