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.

The best attorney! I was charged with a DUI second offense AND refusal and was facing significant jail time. Because of Marina's awesome representation, I ended up with a DUI first offense, 20 hours of ASAP classes and a $250 fine. I could not be happier. Marina cares. She not only knows the la...w inside and out and is a fighter, but she really cares about her clients. She clearly explained things to me, got back to me promptly and always put me at ease because she told me the truth. I couldn't give her a high enough rating and highly recommend Marina if you find yourself in some legal hot water,

Marina Medvin was all you could hope for when you are in a tough spot. She was knowledgeable and passionate in her arguements. She was informative about how the legal system actually work, and informative about your actual rights in that system. She was honest about the likely outcome, but never g...ave up or gave in. She was creative and inventive thinker, who was comfortable stepping outside the box. She is the only person I would trust with my freedom.

I found myself charged with a misdemeanor that could be elevated to a felony charge. My career that I worked so hard for was in jepardy as well as my family life. After researching lawyers in the area I and found that Marina was rated the best. So I hired her and was so glad I did. She is truly a... fighter. She is sincere, honest, aggressive and actually cares about her clients. I explained my situation, the importance of my career and that if I was convicted my family would fall apart. She was able to get my charges completly dissmised with certain conditions in a extremely difficult county. After my court date, I was so thankful. It was as if a miracle just happened. My charges were dismissed and I was able to keep my job. Marina is a truly talented lawyer and I would recommend her over any other lawyer. She is truly a life saver.

Finding yourself in need of legal representation can be one of the scariest, stressful and emotional times. I searched for a while looking for someone that I felt would do me and my case justice. Mrs Medvins' reviews were great so I decided to contact her, which was one of the best decisions I have e...ver made. Right away she contacted me back and answered any and all questions that I had. Even when I had questions on weekends, she responded right away. She never gave false hopes but instead gave a realistic picture. She provided the best representation that I could have ever asked for. She works hard for everyone of her clients, treating each one like a person. She always made time for me and my case. In the end, her representation is what helped to get all charges dropped against me. I can never thank her enough and believe me, you will not find another lawyer who will work as hard for you as Mrs Medvin will!