Marina Medvin

Last summer (2018), in the middle of a 6,500 retirement road trip at age 67, this federal retiree made the stupidest mistake ever. I was detected carry a small amount of personal-use contraband into the Pentagon, charged only with a misdemeanor when a felony was also involved. Never ever arrested b...efore, the next day I did a Google search for a defense attorney in Alexandria and Marina's profile was the only one I examined. In addition to appearing well groomed and attractive, cultured and cosmopolitan, with impressive awards, she responded personally and immediately to my inquiry. While the U.S. prosecutor's offer was generous on account of my history and age, Marina assisted in turning 12 months probation into six months - no fines, no costs, no fees. I never could have imagined finding better representation. I hope she will continue confidently clicking her stiletto heels across the courthouse marble floors and serve you as effectively as she served me! Thank you, Ms. Medvin!!

Ms. Marina Medvin is truly an exception attorney. She loves the Law, and it shows. Her expertise is best-in-class, she navigates the intricacies of the process without effort and commands respect of the prosecutors as a tough negotiator, projecting confidence with grace, elegance of logic that melts,... but does not burn bridges behind. Charged with a high rate of speeding and reckless driving on George Washington Parkway (located on federal land), charge that carries possible prison term and a very high fine, I started to look for an attorney to represent me. In no time I came across hundreds of 5-star reviews left for Marina by happy clients. No paid-for advertisement can match the persuasive power of so many people from all walks of life, who had nothing but the most superlative things to say about Medvin Law. I contacted Marina, she responded promptly, and I just knew I am in good hands of an amazing lawyer. Marina was not only very responsive to my (admittedly) ceaseless questions, as I was worrying daily, and nightly, about the outcome of my case, but working with her top-notch paralegal, Elena, they advised me on exactly what to expect on the Court day and how to prepare for it. They went beyond formulaic advice, and the suggestions about what to bring with me, what not to say, what will happen in the courtroom etc. proved absolutely spot on. Marina and Elena covered things that I didn’t think to ask about but was so fortunate to be in the hands of top pros, who did thoroughly thought the process through and injected it with positive energy and hope for a favorable outcome. I was most impressed with Marina’s style and attention to detail while explaining the strategy, predicting likely (100% correct) outcome, and even providing encouragement and support I thought only happens in movies. I could not say enough to recommend Marina to anyone who finds him/herself in trouble. When Marina agreed to represent me, I felt the weight lifting off my shoulders, I knew I was in the best of hands. Marina is a credit to her profession and the kind of attorney other should be measured by. I feel so grateful to have her represent me, so fortunate to have her on my side. And the result in my case? A small speeding fine. Could not be more pleased.

My case involved DUI and refusal to test charges on federal land in Virginia. I contacted Ms. Medvin on a weekend, the day after receiving the charges. She wrote me right back and within a couple of days had reviewed my case and begun collecting evidence. In short order, she settled my case on fav...orable terms (no DUI; refusal only). She then walked me through the process of paying my fine and signing up for the probation that had been ordered. Ms. Medvin was extremely knowledgeable regarding how the prosecutor and judge would handle my case; everything happened as she said it would. She even gave me tips about getting safe driving points from the VA DMV (which erased existing points on my record). She also cleared up confusion at the DMV regarding the effect of the federal court order in my case, which enabled me to drive. When I retained Ms. Medvin, at first I thought it seemed like a lot to pay up front. However, that was probably the best money I've spent in my life. She is worth every penny and then some. I would highly recommend Ms. Medvin for DUI and related charges.

Marina took my charge of reckless driving that was committed in broad daylight on a federally owned parkway. I was looking at possibly serving up to 6 months in jail. She was able to convince the federal prosecutor to drop the charges and I ended up pleasing guilty to a lesser charge of driving on gr...ass for which the fine was $30. Worth every penny. Her preparation, planning, and working behind the scenes before the trial date paid off in my dismissal. Absolutely endorse her skills and recommend her for all types of criminal defense.

Hired attorney I had received a DUI on Pentagon grounds late last year and hired Marina Medvin based on the really positive reviews on this website and other websites. I hired her and sent her my police report, but never saw her until the actual court date, which is fine enough. I received 2 days ...jail time, a restricted license and probation for a year, 40 hours community service, and a mandatory alcohol education class from the Federal court in the great state of Virginia. The real problems came up afterwards. I get it, my case was closed and she got her $5000 fee so she didn't care anymore, but considering there were related problems afterwards to my court order, with one MAJOR issue where she was completely wrong, I felt she could have at least made an effort to correct her own mistake. The first problem was that my jail time fell on the Friday and Saturday in January when we had the major blizzard. My jail sentence was on the eastern shore of Maryland, about 60 miles from home across the Bay Bridge, and with the snow I was seeing if I could get my jail date postponed. I called the jail and the courthouse, and they both told me that the best thing to do would be to call my lawyer and ask her to request the sentencing the judge for a postponement. I called her with no response, and her response to my email was that she wasn't involved in this and that I should ask my PO. OK whatever, so instead of dealing with the headache of being led around in circles, I just decided to drive through the blizzard Friday night to jail, and drive back home Saturday night in the blizzard. The second thing that happened is what really led to this review and her rating. Although I was pulled over in VA, my driver's license and state of residence is MD. She ASSURED me that the Federal order for the restricted driver's license could not be enforced, and that the VA DMV would not be involved since I was pulled over in federal property and I had a Maryland driver's license. To my shock and surprise, I received a letter from the VA DMV informing me that 1) my license was suspended, 2)I had to complete a VA alcohol class ($400), 3)I had to submit a special certification of insurance for DUI drivers, and 4) I had to pay a $220 reinstatement fee. This was a huge psychological blow to me, because the one comfort I had with going to jail was that the end was in sight. All I had to do afterwards was complete 40 hours of community service, and any Maryland alcohol class, even an online one (per my Federal PO). But with this letter I felt like I was being dragged back down. I emailed Marina about this, and her response was that she had never seen this happen before, and IF I WAS SURE THAT I HAD A MARYLAND DRIVERS LICENSE. Yes, I'm sure what state I live in and drive in, thanks. Other than that, she had nothing else to say, just that I should call the DMV and ask if it was a mistake. I called them, and no it was not a mistake. When I told her this, she said it wasn't that bad because I had to take the alcohol class anyway, and all I could do was keep talking to the DMV, but that she didn't know what else to do because she doesn't deal with the DMV. And that was it; she did not offer to help in any other way, or try to help correct this blaring mistake that she had made.