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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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3033 Wilson Boulevard, Suite 700, Arlington, VA, 22201
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Posted by Kaitlynn | March 02, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
An absolute MIRACLE WORKER!
Simply the best! Words cannot even begin to describe how grateful I was to have him standing beside me in court. Not only was he attentive and communicative during the whole process, but he genuinely cared about the outcome of my case. He guided me on what to expect every step of the way. I was c...
Posted by anonymous | February 28, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Speeding & Traffic Ticket
Excellent Attorney with attention to detail...
I was referred to Alex from a family friend. He had used him for a traffic violation and wanted representation at his court hearing. It didn't take too much salesmanship on his part. I called Alex and hired him. From the start, he knew what I should do and what I should expect. He achieved a better r...
Posted by Sheikh | February 26, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Speeding & Traffic Ticket
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Alex is the way to go. He is very honest and informative. He helped me get my reckless driving charge reduced to a speeding with a fine. I was instructed of all the steps I needed to take to make the case lean more in my favor. He saved my livelihood and job. I recommend him to anyone in the Same sit...
Posted by anonymous | February 23, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Speeding & Traffic Ticket
Great to work with
Alex was a great guy to work with and did a great job handling my case. He got a reckless down to a non moving with ease. Very professional and very polite. Would absolutely recommend.
Posted by Nathan | February 17, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
Excellent preparation and knowledge much appreciated
Thank you to Alex for ultimately getting my case dismissed at trial by using case law and preparing continuously for all possible outcomes throughout the process. Much appreciated!
"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."
Criminal defense lawyer
2012 - 2018
Assistant Commonwealth’s Attorney, Commonwealth's Attorney Office for Prince William County
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JD - Juris Doctor
2007
BS - Bachelor of Science
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