Jessica N. Carmichael

Jessica was amazing. My initial consultation was thorough and I was told exactly what to expect. I had a possession of marijuana at a federal property case. After consulting with the DA she had my case dismissed. Amazing!!!!!

I found Mrs. Carmichael through a google search for attorneys in the Alexandria area. I called and left a voicemail, and to my surprise, she called me back, listened to me, and offered me assistance all in the same day because “it was the right thing to do”. I didn’t hire Jessica because, fortunately, I didn’t have to, but if I had to, I wouldn’t give it a second thought. She said that I could contact her if I had questions about anything, and during my family’s ordeal, we often did. I was sure I was aggravating her, but she always answered or replied, and she was the greatest help. She was appointed to represent my fiancé and exceeded all expectations. Even after the ordeal was over, she continued to answer our questions and provided advice when she could. She is professional, courteous, and knowledgeable, and while communicating with her made her seem like a friend, we like to think of her as an angel.

Ms. Carmichael is very professional. She reviewed my case in detail and answered all of my questions. After my initial visit, she would reply to my emails within a few minutes or one business day. She kept me posted in every step of the way. I have relief in knowing my charge will be dismissed. I highly recommend her. She is brilliant!

Jessica Carmichael is the Best Attorney in the United States hands down. I had the honor and privilege to be repsesented by her and she was phenomenal! She went above and beyond approach to make me and my family feel comfortable every step of the way. Mrs. Carmichael treated us with dignity and respect throughout the entire process. Mrs. Carmichael is well informed and knowledgable about her profession. She takes her job serious and every client equally matters. Hands down, if you want a favorable outcome and an overall victory, no matter how tall the task, Mrs. Carmichael should be your attorney. I will never ever place my life in another federal attorney hand because Mrs. Carmichael took my case and my life just as serious as I did. FACTS & NUMBERS DONT LIE. - JON S.

Bottom line up front: I faced two very serious misdemeanor charges stemming from a toxic romantic relationship that threatened to upend my future. Jessica got the prosecutor and judge to drop BOTH charges despite long odds and a mercurial, hostile plaintiff. She literally saved me, allowing me to close an awful chapter in my life and granting me a new lease on life. I'm a discerning customer on all matters and was not going to settle for less than the best when it came to my criminal defense (a position i never imagined i would find myself in). So i thoroughly researched Fairfax Country criminal lawyers and ultimately choose Jessica based on her stellar reputation and my in person consultation with Jessica. I picked her over other outstanding lawyers because I believed she had the perfect combination of intellect, experience, passion, and hunger. Jessica, it seemed to me, would work tirelessly and relentlessly to defend me. She did not disappoint. When we met before my court appearance, she was even more prepared than I anticipated, and my expectations were already high. Not only did she have plans for several contingencies, but she had done so much research on legal precedents that i think she probably knew more about the charges and laws they were predicated upon than the prosecutor and judge combined. But preparation and research are one thing, execution on the field of battle often a different matter. Once again, Jessica did not disappoint. She is a born leader who handled multiple fronts--the police detective, the prosecutor, the volatile plaintiff--with a poise and dexterity indicative of a seasoned commander. She was General Patton at Normandy, cool-under-fire and undaunted by whatever challenges arose. Another thing that i felt really set Jessica apart from other attorneys was her emotional intelligence. i consulted A LOT of great lawyers before choosing a defense attorney, because my future literally hung in the balance. Many of them were clearly competent but did not know how to connect with clients emotionally, a pretty essential requirement for a defense attorney given the anxiety that legal charges generate and sustain in defendants. Jessica consistently said the right thing to me, with the right delivery, at the right moment. When a client needs reassurance, she provides that. When a client needs tough love, she delivers that too. She intuitively senses when a given approach is needed and she efficiently chooses from her toolkit like Steven Spielberg chooses camera lenses and angles for great cinematic effect. Except this is real, not fiction. This is your life with real consequences, not Hollywood....and Jessica understands that and brings a relentless dedication to ensure you get through the adversity as unscathed as possible. Whatever Jessica may give up in experience to lawyers with decades of courtroom experience she makes up for and then some with sheer talent, intuition, and hard work. I honestly felt at times that she had eyes in the back of her head and was doing multiple tasks at once, and with lethal effect. Jessica is extraordinary charming, but equally tough and tenacious. When her natural charm and compelling logic don't carry the day, you will see a flash of ferocity in her that is as impressive as it is measured. Jessica is the whole package, truly. Before i break into a sonnet about her, i will conclude with this: My day in court was EXTREMELY stressful and i really couldn't imagine leaving court that day in anything other than a downcast mood. As i played it out in my head beforehand, even the best case scenario of having the charges dropped would have left the bitter residue that there were charges to begin with. But Jessica somehow made the experience cathartic, even triumphant. I hope to God i never have to go through that again, but if ever do, Jessica Carmichael is the first person I'm going to call.

I hired Jessica on behalf of my sister whom was facing federal drug conspiracy charges with a mandatory minimum sentence of 10yrs. Jessica worked hard and fought for my sister and kept us well informed as to what was next. With Jessica on our side my sister was able to avoid the mandatory minimum sentence (10yrs) and will only serve 18 months. We are very pleased with the results as my sisters co defendant was not so lucky. He used a public defender and received 10 years federal time. Bottom line if your looking for someone to save your butt Jessica needs to be your lawyer!

When I heard I was facing charges of conspiracy to distribute more then 500gm, but less then 1 kilo of methamphetamine, I was shocked to hear they were trying to give me 25yrs. Every point counts when your facing federal prosecution and yes I have a criminal background for the state of California. I quickly bailed out and lawyered up. I don't know how to put it in a better way other then saying Jessica was well worth every dollar. After flying back and forth for 4 court dates and one of the most strict judges in VA, a decision was made. The prosecutor came back with 4yrs, Jessica presented her case to the judge and the judge decided on 21 months at 85%. I will only do 1 1/2 yrs. She was an AMAZING attorney!!! She was able to get almost 20 points because she was able to get some of my past convictions dropped of for being almost 10yrs old. She definitely put time and effort into her research on her clients. I never thought that I would be able to get this kind of result. I feel bad for my Co-defendent he did not have a lawyer and his first time ever in trouble, he received a 9yr sentence for the exact same crime as me. If your in a whole lot of trouble, do your self the favor and call her.

In August 2016 I hired Jessica to be my lawyer for a case of conspiracy and distribute over 500 grams of meth but less then 1.5 kilos from the state of California to the state of Virginia. I was looking at being a catagorie 3 affence at the leavel of 223 months practically 20yrs. She was there for me every step of the way.... She walked me through everything and because of her guidance and extreamly well arguments againt the prosecutor I am only doing 18month in a low security facility and was able to be considered for category level 1 and wont be missing out on my newly wed husband and first childs life. She put a lot of effort and research into my case. Because of Jessica i now have the opportunity to have a secound chance at life and to be there for my first child who will soon be born.

After meeting with other lawyers about my DUI case, I knew that Jessica had my best interest at heart the first time I met her. I hired her after our first meeting and she went right to work filing motions after motions in my case. Every time I talked or met with her she was frank and forthright with my case and gave me all my options and possible outcomes. She never tried to undercoat anything and this allowed me to mentally prepare for whatever possibility might happen. The day before the trial we got offered a plea to a wet reckless due to Jessica's hard work defending the truth and my rights. She was a pleasure to work with and always contacted my back within one business day. A true professional, I recommend her wholeheartedly.

I was very diligent in finding good representation, and I could not have been happier in finding Harris & Carmichael - this is a great firm. Jessica was patient, diligent and persistent in my case, while offering me the peace of mind and sensitivity I needed. She gave me great direction and answered all my questions quickly and thoroughly as I navigated through the process. After all her hard work, I have relief in having my charges reduced and dismissed with a plea deal that I don't think would have been an option without Jessica's representation.

The relief knowing that my best interest was foremost in Jessica's professional practice can't be measured. Her representation was the reason I receive the results that I didn't dare dream of.

I called Jessica Carmichael's law firm in a panic about my daughter's arrest on a probation violation and they were there for me immediately. I cannot say enough about the expertise and professionalism of this attorney. She did an excellent job, explained everything along the way and got results that we are thrilled about.

Harris & Carmichael, PLLC happens to be the most pleasant legal experience and representation I've ever had. My legal representative Mrs.Carmichael and assistant Sonya have made me feel that I wasn't merely a case file. They cared and Mrs. Carmichael pushed me to do my part to help them do theirs. I've had several attorneys, but no other law firm resembled this particular one and no other legal team made me feel like a true client like they did. The knowledge, expertise and advice were simply the best. I recommend them to all your legal needs and commend them for all they've done for me. And i know that in my time of legal need, hopefully no more i'll only go to them.

We were referred to Jessica for assistance with our case through another lawyer. Our case was very complex. My husband had accepted a plea deal that affected his ability to file for immigration relief. From the moment we contacted the office the staff made us feel comfortable with our decision to seek an 2nd opinion. Jessica filed a motion to reconsider to withdrawal my husband's guilty plea due to insufficient advised from our previous lawyer, on the immigration consequences accepting a plea deal. Jessica kept us informed throughout the process and fought endlessly in court for us. Through her hard work we were granted motion to reconsider and my husband's guilty plea was withdrawn. Not only was the plea withdrawn the court allowed my husband to change his plea to not guilty and keep the disposition of the original plea in which charges will eventually be dismissed. We own this all attorney Jessica and her staff. Thank you ladies for all your help!

I retained Jessica after my first attorney completely botched my trial for a DUI, he didn't present evidence which could have changed the outcome. He also didn't challenge the officer refusing to give me the chemical test. Never the less I decided to appeal my case and I knew going in that it would be unlikely that Jessica could undo the mess my first attorney created at trial. Regardless, Jessica went above and beyond to try and fix things and kept me informed every step of the way. Unfortunately the Judge who convicted me was not interested in seeing the evidence my first attorney should have presented at trial, and denied my motion for a new trial. Lesson learned, be careful who you chose to represent you. I am 100% certain if Jessica would have represented me in this matter initially I would have been found innocent on all counts. Therefore I highly recommend Jessica and would use her again if I found myself needing an attorney in the future.