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Biography
Alexander von Fricken is a former Virginia prosecutor with a strong background in criminal law. His criminal law experience includes exposure to a wide range of felonies, misdemeanors, and traffic infractions in the Circuit, General District, and Juvenile and Domestic Relations Courts of Virginia.
Mr. von Fricken attended the University of Virginia, where he graduated with a B.S. in Commerce with concentrations in finance and accounting. He attended law school at The Washington and Lee University School of Law, where he discovered his passion for litigation and the courtroom.
After graduating law school, Mr. von Fricken worked as an Assistant Commonwealth’s Attorney in Prince William County where he amassed significant trial experience, handling thousands of misdemeanors and felony cases, while taking dozens of cases to jury and bench trials in the county’s Circuit Court.
He founded a private practice, von Fricken Law PLC, where he has utilized his criminal justice and trial experiences as well as professional relationships to represent the best interests of his clients throughout Northern Virginia state courts on a broad range of criminal, traffic, and civil offenses. He also handles related matters such as driver’s license issues, firearms rights and concealed weapon permit issues, expungements, bond motions, suppression motions, civil asset forfeiture, probation violations, protective orders, and victim representation.
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Fees and Rates
Cost
Retainer
Always
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
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Licensed in District of Columbia for 8 years
State: District of Columbia
Acquired: 2018
No misconduct found
Licensed in Virginia for 14 years
State: Virginia
Acquired: 2011
No misconduct found
Location
von Fricken Law PLC
3033 Wilson Boulevard, Suite 700, Arlington, VA, 22201
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Practice Areas
Speeding & Traffic Ticket (92)
Criminal Defense (72)
Lawsuits & Disputes (45)
Litigation (6)
Car Accidents (3)
Expungement (3)
Juvenile (3)
Landlord & Tenant (3)
DUI & DWI (2)
Violent Crime (2)
Animal Law (1)
Appeals (1)
Drug Crime (1)
Education (1)
Family (1)
Federal Crime (1)
Gun Law (1)
Power Of Attorney (1)
Showing 66 - 70 of 78 reviews | Recommendation
Posted by Shaun | February 17, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
Best Lawyer Out There!!!
I recommend Alex to any one looking for legal council! Very professional, very knowledgeable, and his on-time presentation is impeccable. Originally went in for a consultation and walked out hiring him. Best decision I made. Needless to say the case was DISMISSED
Posted by Zack | February 09, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Speeding & Traffic Ticket
Happy to hire him again
Alex is a fantastic lawyer. As a return client with a somewhat negatively impacted driving record, to say the least, he was able to talk my speeding ticket for 13 over down to a zero point violation after I had appealed the previous decision from the district court. A great lawyer who is committed to...
Posted by anonymous | February 07, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
Positive Outcome, Trusted Referral
I was referred to Alex by a long-time friend and attorney who I trusted. The process ran its course and ultimately we agreed on a very positive outcome. Alex set fair and reasonable expectations up until final settlement. I would strongly recommend Alex Von Fricken.
Posted by Mariana | September 05, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Speeding & Traffic Ticket
Must contact!
I had gotten a traffic violation and before the court date approached, Alexander Von Fricken gave me suggestions in ways it would help my case to go well and have a good outcome. Long story short, Mr. Von Fricken did everything possible and at the end, everything he had discussed came to reality. Mr....
Posted by Jonathan | July 28, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
BEST LAWYER IVE EVER HAD!!!!
Let start off by saying this. Alex is one of the best of the best lawyers in DMV area I would highly recommend him to any friends and family member, he helped me out in the time I was at my lowest and life and still his there helping me out till this day I couldn’t of picked or choose any better lawy...
Alexander Galliher von Fricken's Lawyer Endorsements
"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."
"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."
Douglas Marshall
Criminal defense lawyer
Experience
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