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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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Retainer
Always
Payment Methods
- Cash
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Licensed in District of Columbia for 7 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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Alexander Galliher von Fricken's Reviews
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Practice Areas
Speeding & Traffic Ticket (90)
Criminal Defense (70)
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)
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Posted by Nabi | September 10, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Speeding & Traffic Ticket
Professional and great communication
Amazing attorney and very communicative. Got my ticket dismissed by taking a driving class. Will 100% be coming back for further bussiness in the future.
Posted by Julien | September 04, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
Highly recommended
Alex was effective and communicative assisting me in the case I was in. Highly recommend working with him if you're looking for a lawyer in Fairfax.
Posted by Akbar | August 29, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
Excellent attorney
I have had the opportunity to work with him on two separate occasions for members of my family. Each time, I found him to be highly professional, responsive, and punctual in his communications, whether by email or text. His legal fees are extremely reasonable, especially when compared to the typical ...
Posted by anonymous | July 28, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
Reckless infraction
Alex was amazing !! He was referred to me by another lawyer, being that my lawyer was not able to represent me at that time. He quickly learned my case and made me comfortable throughout the process. He was a true professional; attentive, transparent and always a call away. If you have a case within...
Posted by Mike | July 14, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
Best Lawyer I've Had
Alex was the best lawyer I've worked with by far. The level of transparency, advise, and availability when needed was truly a gamechanger for my court case and my mental health. I was charged with 2 misdemeanors, and 1 felony in Arlington County. Alex was able to get the felony and 1 of the misdemean...
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