Alexander Galliher von Fricken

Alexander Galliher von Fricken

5.0
Rating: 8.1

Licensed for 15 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Arlington, VA
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Landlord & Tenant

3033 Wilson Boulevard, Suite 700, Arlington, VA

About Alexander

Biography

Practice Areas

3

Practice Areas

Criminal Defense 50%

Traffic offenses, misdemeanor offenses, and felony criminal offenses

9 years

50%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 45 minutes

Retainer

Always


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check

Licenses

Licensed in District of Columbia for 8 years

State: District of Columbia

Acquired: 2018

Good Standing

No misconduct found

Licensed in Virginia for 15 years

State: Virginia

Acquired: 2011

Active

No misconduct found

Location

von Fricken Law PLC

3033 Wilson Boulevard, Suite 700, Arlington, VA, 22201

Alexander Galliher von Fricken's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

5.0 /5.0

231 Client Reviews

Showing 1 - 5 of 231 reviews

Posted by anonymous | October 26, 2026 | Hired Attorney

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Outstanding Traffic Attorney – Highly Recommended!

I couldn’t be more satisfied with the service I received. This attorney was extremely professional, knowledgeable, and dedicated to achieving the best possible outcome. They handled my traffic ticket with great expertise and successfully got it dismissed! Their communication was excellent, they ex...plained everything clearly, and they made the entire process smooth and stress-free. I truly appreciate their hard work, attention to detail, and commitment to protecting their clients’ interests. If you’re looking for a reliable, experienced, and professional traffic attorney, I highly recommend them without hesitation. They delivered an excellent result, and I would absolutely trust them again in the future. Five stars well deserved!⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

Posted by anonymous | October 20, 2026 | Hired Attorney

I’d give 10 stars if I could

Alex did an amazing job with my case. He was extremely communicative, straight forward, and supportive during the whole process. He made sure to understand the outcome I was looking for and was able to get my ticket completely dropped. I would hire him again in a heartbeat and would recommend him to ...anyone looking for a fantastic lawyer.

Posted by Jan | October 15, 2026 | Hired Attorney

You won't be disappointed!

Alex is one of the hardest working lawyers out there from what I've seen. After using his services multiple times, I can truly say his tone and demeanor create an atmosphere of reassurance and confidence that he will do everything in his power to help you win even the most challenging of cases. I hav...e the the upmost respect for him and all the assistance he has provided thus far. His willingness to work with his clients through tough times is appreciated beyond what words could ever truly express. He's someone I hope I don't have to reach out to often but when I do, I know I'm in good hands. Godspeed to him in all the challenges that may come his way.

Posted by Sanaa | September 24, 2026 | Hired Attorney

I highly recommend this attorney

had an excellent experience with my attorney and I’m truly grateful for the professionalism, dedication, and support I received throughout my case. From the beginning, my attorney took the time to listen, explain everything clearly, and make sure I understood every step of the process. What I apprec...iated most was the responsiveness, honesty, and genuine commitment to helping me achieve the best possible outcome. I always felt that my case was being handled with care and attention. I highly recommend this attorney to anyone looking for someone who is knowledgeable, professional, trustworthy, and truly cares about their clients. Thank you again for your hard work and for being there when I needed your help the most.

Posted by anonymous | August 21, 2026 | Hired Attorney

Great layer would recommend to anyone!

Great lawyer helped me get my reckless driving dropped to an improper driving charge.

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Alexander Galliher von Fricken's Lawyer Endorsements

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Samantha Upton

Criminal defense lawyer | Dec 15

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Mr. von Fricken is a smart lawyer and a dedicated advocate for his clients. His client-communication is top notch and he provides the personalized representation clients want and need. He practices in different jurisdictions than I do - so I refer him clients with absolute confidence, knowing they are in good hands."

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Douglas Marshall

Criminal defense lawyer | Jul 15

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Alex von Fricken is a highly skilled and competent lawyer. His background as a former prosecutor makes him especially well suited to defend those accused of crimes because he knows exactly how the other side works and thinks. He is an excellent trial lawyer, yet he is able to use his keen negotiation skills to achieve the desired result for many clients without having to go to trial. He keeps his clients well informed and educates them about all possible outcomes of their case. I highly recommend Alex von Fricken to represent your interests in both criminal and civil matters."

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Douglas Marshall

Criminal defense lawyer

Experience

Rating:  8.1 (Excellent)

Work Experience

2012 - 2018

Assistant Commonwealth’s Attorney, Commonwealth's Attorney Office for Prince William County

Associations

Prince William County Bar Association

Attorney Member

Fairfax County Bar Association

Attorney Member

Education

2011

Washington and Lee University School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

2007

University of Virginia

BS - Bachelor of Science

Languages

Spanish

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