Patrick Nicholas Anderson

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Patrick Nicholas Anderson

4.8
21 reviews
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Rating: 9.2

Licensed for 37 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Alexandria, VA
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Sex Crime

333 North Fairfax Street, Suite 310, Alexandria, VA

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About Patrick

Biography

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Practice Areas

3

Practice Areas

Criminal Defense 48%

38 years | 4,000 cases

48%
DUI and DWI 37%

38 years | 3,000 cases

37%
Sex Crime 15%

38 years | 300 cases

15%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 120 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

Awards

Client's Choice
Client's Choice
2019
Silver Client Champion
Distinguished Peer Review Rating

Licenses

Licensed in Virginia for 37 years

State: Virginia

Acquired: 1988

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Law Offices of Patrick N. Anderson

333 North Fairfax Street, Suite 310, Alexandria, VA, 22314

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Law Offices of Patrick N. Anderson

10615 Judicial Drive, Suite 302, Fairfax, VA, 22030

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Patrick Nicholas Anderson's Reviews

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Showing 1 - 4 of 4 reviews | Speeding & Traffic Ticket

Posted by James | March 05, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Speeding & Traffic Ticket

Excellent Traffice Court Help

Tyler Roth helped Patrick win my case in Traffic Court after another car "T-boned" mine last year. Tyler was able to have the case against me dismissed. I was very grateful for their help.

Posted by Jacqueline | December 13, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Speeding & Traffic Ticket

Highly Recommend

Law Offices of Patrick N. Anderson and Associates..... Highly recommend! Evelyn Mitchell was my attorney for a reckless driving charge I had last month. I was freaking out because I am in the process of getting a Security Clearance for a new job and didn't want this charge to jeopardize my career. No...t to mention, this is my 2nd reckless driving charge which Law Offices of Patrick N. Anderson and Associates assisted me on and got the charge dropped down to a speeding charge. Patrick and Evelyn understood my concerns and assured me that they will do everything in their power to get the best results. My reckless driving charge was dropped to a speeding charge and a fine of $100. Evelyn went above and beyond. She was very professional, honest, and trustworthy. She was a good listener and answered every single question I had. She is very knowledgeable of the field and was able to give detailed explanations/answers to my concerns. The overall experience was incredible. Evelyn went above and beyond to help me and did not just give up until I was satisfied. I cannot express how appreciative and grateful I am for Patrick Anderson and Evelyn Mitchell. I feel so fortunate to have worked with this law office. Thank you Patrick and Evelyn for everything!

Posted by Elizabeth | February 04, 2013 | Speeding & Traffic Ticket

VERY EXPERIENCED CRIMINAL DEFENSE ATTORNEY--Patrick Anderson treated me like family and argued agressively on my behalf.

I hired Patrick Anderson to handle a charge that could have resulted in the loss of my driver's license and possibly jail time. I was terrified, but Patrick calmly walked me through the process, explained my options thoroughly, and kept me very well informed about court dates and what to expect. Th...e result was a not guilty on the charge and a reduction to a minor traffic infraction. It was clear that Patrick knew all of the judges and prosecuting attorneys, so his experience made me trust him all the more.

Posted by anonymous | January 05, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Speeding & Traffic Ticket

unhappy...lies...jail sentence on first offense

I hired Patrick Anderson & Associates (PNA) to help me with my case and I am very unhappy. This was my first arrest and charge ever in life, felony vandalism. I ended up with a 12 month jail sentence (10 suspended), as part of a plea bargain to drop it to a misdemeanor. I also had to pay thousands... of restitution dollars, and all the legal fees. PNA law firm lied to me several times saying they had been unsuccessful trying to reach me (not true because I checked my messages and phone calls daily), telling me to expect good things on the day of court (wrong, I got jail time), saying they continued my case several times (it was only continued once), and even tried to convince me that a charge of Reckless Driving will go on your criminal record since it is a misdemeanor in VA. That is also not true as I can speak from experience that Reckless Driving only goes on your driving record then goes away after 11 years. My criminal record was clean when I caught this vandalism charge. If PNA cannot keep a first-time offender out of jail for a crime that is non-violent and not drug or alcohol related, then those lawyers are not worth their salt. I do not recommend Patrick Anderson & Associates to anyone.

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Patrick Nicholas Anderson's Lawyer Endorsements

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Alfredo Antezana

Criminal defense lawyer | Nov 04

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Patrick is the go-to lawyer for criminal charges in Northern Virginia."

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Hope Glossner

Criminal defense lawyer | Jul 19

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Richard Altmark

Sex crime lawyer | Apr 29

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"One of the few lawyers I know who has the zeal and experience to successfully tackle sex crimes cases. Brilliant lawyer that I would recommend."

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Gunther Sanabria

Criminal defense lawyer | Jan 11

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Highly experienced and effective criminal lawyer. You'll do well with hiring Patrick."

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David Carlson

Criminal defense lawyer | Aug 31

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Patrick is a dedicated, talented attorney willing to go the extra mile to ensure each of his clients receives the best possible defense."

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Raymond Carignan

DUI and DWI lawyer | Nov 17

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Friendly, hard-working lawyer."

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Ronald Hayward

Criminal defense lawyer | Nov 17

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer."

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David Shrager

Criminal defense lawyer | Nov 17

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Thomas Pavlinic

Criminal defense lawyer | Nov 17

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this Patrick and his firm for their outstanding work in criminal defense. They get impressive results."

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Gary Gerstenfield

Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 13

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Mr. Anderson is an amazingly effective and truly gifted litigator and advocate. There is no problem too great or dilemma too difficult that Patrick cannot solve. Among journeymen lawyers, Patrick is universally recognized as a master. But, what really distinguishes Patrick as among the elite of trial lawyers is the warmth and compassion he brings in resolving the seemingly unsolvable legal issues that many his clients face. Gary Gerstenfield"

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Michael Waddington

Criminal defense lawyer | Jun 07

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Patrick. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community."

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Mark Petrovich

Criminal defense lawyer | Jun 06

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Patrick is an excellent attorney who is very experienced in all areas of criminal defense. He works doggedly to get the best outcome for his clients and always fights hard to defend them."

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Peter Mcdowell

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Alfredo Antezana

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Richard Altmark

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Gunther Sanabria

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Danielle Brown

Criminal defense lawyer

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David Carlson

Criminal defense lawyer

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Gary Gerstenfield

Criminal defense lawyer

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Mitchell Wells

Criminal defense lawyer

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William Riley

Criminal defense lawyer

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John Karanian

Criminal defense lawyer

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Standish Alexander

Criminal defense lawyer

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Raymond Carignan

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Mark Petrovich

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Experience

Rating:  9.2 (Superb)

Honors

2015

Best Criminal Defense Attorneys in Alexandria, Thumbtack

2014

Client Rating, Martindale-Hubbell

2013

BV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2013

Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers Association

2013

AV Peer Review Rating, Martindale-Hubbell

2011

AV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2011

AV Peer Review Rating, Martindale-Hubbell

Work Experience

2010 - Present

Cooperating Attorney, ACLU of Virginia

1988 - Present

Criminal Attorney, Law Offices of Patrick N. Anderson

Associations

1991 - Present

National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

Member

1989 - Present

Fairfax County Bar Association

Member

1989 - Present

Alexandria Bar Association

Member

1989 - Present

Virginia Bar Association

Member

Alexandria Redevelopment and Housing Authority

Vice-Chair

Alexandria Economic Opportunity Commission

Chairman

Education

1988

University of Richmond, The T. C. Williams School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1985

Carthage University

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2011

Languages

English

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