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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 Matthew | May 08, 2026 | Hired Attorney | Speeding & Traffic Ticket
Kept it simple
I can’t recommend this attorney enough. He was professional, prepared, and helped get my reckless driving charge reduced to a basic speeding ticket, which made a huge difference for my future. He kept me informed throughout the process and clearly knew exactly how to handle my case in court. Highly r...
Posted by Monir | March 18, 2026 | Hired Attorney | Speeding & Traffic Ticket
Great lawyer, very professional and got me an outcome better than I expected. Highly recommend.
One of the best lawyers you can ever have. I was charged with reckless driving, tinted plate cover, and a double solid line violation. Even though it was my fault, he still got the tickets dismissed. Reckless driving is rarely dismissed, but he made it happen. I really appreciate everything he did—hi...
Posted by Mohamed | October 13, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Speeding & Traffic Ticket
My court case was dismissed because of Mr. Von Fricken legal assistance.
Alex is a great guy to work with for any legal assistance. He helped me with a traffic summons case. Very professional and knowledgeable attorney. I do highly recommend Maître Von Fricken for any legal consultancy or court representation.
Posted by Annmarie | September 14, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Speeding & Traffic Ticket
Highly recommended!!! Professional and experienced!
Attorney Alex von Fricken was recommend to us and I am forever grateful. Alex handled my son’s traffic citation with professionalism and candor. He was quick to discuss the case with all appropriate parties to include law enforcement and the prosecutor and by doing so was able to get the charge dropp...
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...
"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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