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Phoenix S. Ayotte
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Licensed in Virginia for 17 years
State: Virginia
Acquired: 2008
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AYOTTE LAW, LLC
1800 Diagonal Road, Suite 600, Alexandria, VA, 22314
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Posted by Matt | June 07, 2020 | Military Law
Phoenix Ayotte - Very knowledgeable
Phoenix, was extremely helpful and very knowledgeable. She went out of her way to ensure all my questions were answered and helped me prepare and feel comfortable when going through the clearance process. She is an amazing lawyer and I would recommended her to anyone! Especially, those individuals...
Posted by Todd | May 28, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
Clearence
Phoenix has been instrumental in assisting with a very complicated clearance issue I encountered. She is calm, understanding and listens. She explains, in detail, every step of the process, She is knowledgeable and combines her experience with a positive attitude making for a ideal partner in a diff...
Posted by Lance | June 20, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Military Law
Best. Lawyer. Ever!!!
I had a very complicated clearance case, and had contacted several other prominent firms. Upon our first consult I knew Phoenix was simply the best lawyer I could have fighting for me. She is very professional, quick to the point (time is money, and she wasted none of my time), knowledgeable, an...
Posted by Brian | July 31, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Employment & Labor
Honest Review
Phoenix and Ellis seriously made a very hard time in my life drastically more stressful and painful. They were highly unresponsive throughout the whole process and did not take the time to understand the case or desired end state which brought about pyrrhic terms including me having to leave and sell...
Phoenix Ayotte
Replied last June 08, 2018This was a serious domestic violence stalking case involving allegations of keying a vehicle. We have been extremely concerned for you and your mental health during this very stressful time in your life. While we are proud of the excellent result in your case, and hope that you one day do appreciate the legal position you are in as a result of our representation, we are never happy when a client feels frustrated. Sometimes, despite everyone's best efforts, it is better for a client to move on to another attorney and have the same conversations with that new person. In the end, your case was completely dismissed, and we subsequently were able to relax provisions of a No Contact Agreement not once, but twice. We also advocated on your behalf with your employer and you continue to maintain employment. We wish you the very best going forward.
Posted by Roxana | June 26, 2018 | Hired Attorney
Phoenix Ayotte
My attorney was Phoenix Ayotte. I elected to hire her as my attorney after having interviewed five candidates. Phoenix is very knowledgeable, thorough, and diligent. I felt that she also genuinely cared for me as a client, a trait that differentiated her from others. I am very pleased with my de...
Phoenix S. Ayotte's Lawyer Endorsements
"I highly recommend Ms. Ayotte. Phoenix is one of the most aggressive and tenacious courtroom warriors I have ever met. She obtains fantastic results for her clients and isn't afraid to go to trial. She's a skilled courtroom combatant, and someone that's well respected throughout the state and federal courtrooms in Virginia by both prosecutors and judges. In addition to all of the above, she is very approachable, thoughtful and kind. She is absolutely someone you want standing next to you at counsel's table when the chips are down and it's time to go to war. I highly recommend Phoenix."
"Phoenix is a fighter. In case after case, I have seen Phoenix argue, negotiate, persuade, and do whatever it takes to get the job done for her client. She truly is a champion for her clients. I endorse her 100%."
"Phoenix's reputation as one of the best criminal defense attorneys in Northern Virginia is well deserved. I had many cases against Phoenix when I was a prosecutor, and I knew her to be one of the smartest, toughest, and most effective defense attorneys around. She's also a really good person who genuinely cares about her clients and is well-liked by prosecutors, judges, cops, and her colleagues."
"Phoenix is a tough, smart lawyer. She knows the law and is a fierce advocate for her clients."
"I recently had the pleasure of working with Ms. Harris on a matter in the Eastern District of Virginia. She is dedicated, intelligent, and determined, and provides her clients with high quality, experienced and knowledgeable representation."
"I endorse Mr. Harris without reservation. She is knowledgeable, experienced, hard-working, and a great trial attorney. Her clients are in good hands."
"I endorse this lawyer. Ms. Harris is a very knowledgeable and hardworking attorney who has dedicated her career to criminal defense."
"I endorse this lawyer. Phoenix, is a very talented lawyer and works very hard her clients. She is a top-notch attorney."
"Ms. Harris is exceptional. She is zealous, compassionate, and knowledgeable, and has an excellent reputation for criminal defense in the community. I am very impressed by her dedication and commitment to her clients' cases. I endorse this attorney."
"Phoenix is the attorney that another attorney would turn to for criminal defense services. She is passionate about her cases, genuinely cares about her clients, commands the respect of opposing counsel and the Court, and obtains favorable results for her clients."
"I endorse this lawyer. Highly respected in the legal community."
"Phoenix's clients benefit greatly from her wide variety of experiences upon which she can draw from. She is smart, creative, and easily approachable. I highly recommend her."
"I inherited a case that Phoenix worked because the Federal Defender's Office had a conflict. Her work was meticulous. She is an extremely talented and effective attorney. After I saw this file, I started to pay attention and noticed that the Judges and her opponents treated her with the utmost respect. She is a rising star."
"I endorse this lawyer. I see Ms. Harris in court on a regular basis. She is always well-prepared and works hard to protect her clients' interests."
"I endorse this lawyer. She works for one of the most prestigious law firms in Virginia and I would recommend her services to anyone needing a criminal defense attorney."
"I had the pleasure of working alongside Ms. Harris on complicated and dense criminal issues. Not only does she work hard researching and drafting up issues, but she brings creativity to her representation. That creativity sets her apart from many others. She is an excellent attorney and caring individual who will investigate every aspect of your case. I highly recommend her services."
"Hardworking, intelligent, and energetic. I would recommend her without hesitation."
"Ms. Harris mentored me while I interned at the Federal Public Defender's Office, and has been a friend ever since then. She is exactly the type of lawyer I aspire to be. She is intelligent, efficient, and extremely hard-working. I would feel confident putting any legal matter in her hands, and contact her regularly for advice and guidance."
"An extremely talented and well respected attorney in the legal community, I wholeheartedly recommend her to anyone looking for a lawyer who knows the law and truly cares about protecting the rights of her clients and getting them the most favorable result possible."
"I highly endorse Ms. Harris. I have known her for many years and I have witnessed how passionate and hard working she is when defending her clients. In court she is always prepared and ready to go to battle for her clients. If you are lucky enough to have her as a lawyer, you should know you are in excellent hands."
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Experience
Honors
2019
Top Lawyer, Washingtonian Magazine
2018
Top Lawyer, Washingtonian Magazine
2018
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2017
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2016
Rising Star, SuperLawyers
2016
Top 40 Under 40, National Trial Lawyers
2016
Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers Association
2015
Top Lawyer 2015, Who's Who Legal
2015
Top 40 under 40, National Trial Lawyers Association
2014
TOP 100 TRIAL LAWYERS, National Trial Lawyers Association
2007
William F. Blews Pro Bono Service Award, Dean Darby Dickerson, Stetson College of Law
2007
Leadership Development Award, Dean Darby Dickerson, Stetson College of Law
Work Experience
2019 - Present
Solo Attorney at Boutique Firm, AYOTTE LAW, LLC
2014 - Present
Founding Partner, AYOTTE CARMICHAEL ELLIS & BROCK, PLLC
2014 - 2015
Attorney, Law Offices of Phoenix Ayotte Harris, PLLC
2013 - 2014
Attorney, Greenspun Shapiro, PC
2010 - 2013
Assistant Federal Defender, Federal Public Defender, Norfolk
2008 - 2010
Assistant Public Defender, Alexandria Public Defender
2007 - 2008
Specialist, Federal Public Defender, Alexandria
Associations
2016 - Present
MSJDN, Military Spouses J.D. NetworkMember
2013 - Present
National Association of Criminal Defense LawyersMember
2013 - Present
Federal Bar AssociationMember, Northern Virginia Chapter
2016 - 2019
Alexandria Bar AssociationBoard of Directors
2015 - 2016
Alexandria Bar AssociationChairman, Membership Committee
2015 - 2019
Alexandria Bar FoundationBoard of Directors
2015 - 2019
VACDLExecutive Editor of The Champion, Quarterly Publication
2014 - 2019
VACDL Virginia Association of Criminal Defense LawyersBoard Member, Representing Northern Virginia
2013 - 2016
Fairfax Bar AssociationLaw-Related Education Committee
2010 - 2014
I'Anson-Hoffman American Inn of CourtMember
2008 - 2010
Alexandria Bar AssociationBoard Member, Young Lawyers Committee
2008 - 2014
VACDL, Virginia Association of Criminal Defense LawyersMember
Sample of Legal Cases
FELONY JURY TRIAL- NOT GUILTY- 12 minute deliberation
NOT GUILTY
Security Clearance- Foreign Influence- Reinstated
Clearance reinstated
Felony Possession of Illicit Digital Images- PROBATION
PROBATION, no incarceration
Felony Drugs, Felony Obstruction
CASE DISMISSED- MOTION TO SUPPRESS GRANTED
Anonymous- Security Clearance Appeal at DOHA
Eligibility granted
DOHA- Civilian Security Clearance- Reinstated
Security Clearance- granted
Commonwealth v. F.M.
ACQUITTED AT TRIAL
Commonwealth v. M.F.
ACQUITTED
Commonwealth v. R.D.- Domestic Assault and Battery
CASE DISMISSED
United States v. M.R.
90 DAYS INCARCERATION, 90 DAYS HOME CONFINEMENT
United States v. C.H.
GUIDELINES REDUCED AT SENTENCING, NO CARS OR PROPERTIES FORFEITED
United States v. R.D.
TIME SERVED and NO MORE PROBATION
Commonwealth v. A.C. - Felony Strangulation and Domestic Assault - DISMISSED
DISMISSED
Commonwealth v. M.F. - Att. Malicious Wounding - DISMISSED
CASE DISMISSED
Commonwealth v. J.A. - Felony PWID - Reduced to misdemeanor for a fine
REDUCED to a misdemeanor - FINE ONLY.
Commonwealth v. J.S. - PWID Cocaine - NO JAIL TIME
NO JAIL TIME
Comonwealth v. J.A. - Possession of Marijuana - NOT GUILTY
NOT GUILTY after trial.
Commonwealth v. LJ - DUI - REDUCED to Reckless Driving
REDUCED to Reckless Driving
Commonwealth v. T.R. - Robbery and Abduction - REDUCED TO MISDEMEANORS
REDUCED TO MISDEMEANORS
Commonwealth v. M.F. - Attempted Malicious Wounding - RELEASED ON BOND
RELEASED ON BOND
Commonwealth v. M.S. - Attempted Malicious Wounding - DISMISSED
DISMISSED
Commonwealth v. M.S. - Attempted Malicious Wounding - DISMISSED
DISMISSED
Commonwealth v. Q.T. - Felony PWID Marijuana
REDUCED TO MISDEMEANOR
Commonwealth v. Q.F. - Felonious Mob Assault - DISMISSED
DISMISSED
Commonwealth v. S.T. - Burglary DISMISSED
DISMISSED
Commonwealth v. J.D.- Counterfeiting and Marijuana - DISMISSED
DISMISSED
Commonwealth v. D.A. - Contributing to Deliquency of a Minor Through Sodomy - DISMISSED
DISMISSED
Commonwealth v. C.W.
DISMISSED
Commonwealth v. Evans
Felony DISMISSED, Vehicle RELEASED
Commonwealth v. K.S. - Public Urination
DISMISSED
Commonwealth v. Z.B. - DISMISSED
DISMISSED
Commonwealth v. Farrakhan
Commonwealth v. R.G. - ARMED ROBBERY
DISMISSED
U.S. v S.Y.- Federal Fraud
NO JAIL TIME
Commonwealth v. D.A. (Concealed Weapon) DISMISSED
DISMISSED
Commonwealth v. A. C. (ARSON)
REDUCED for future DISMISSAL
Commonwealth v. Nur - burglary
CASE DISMISSED
Commonwealth v. R. Franklin - sexual battery
CASE DISMISSED
Commonwealth v. N.H. - Felony Child Abuse/Neglect
REDUCED to a misdemeanor - 1 weekend in jail - NO PROBATION
Commonwealth v. Demetris A. - Credit card theft, forgery, and fraud (5 felonies)
REDUCED TO MISDEMEANORS- NO JAIL TIME
Commonwealth v. Jasmine J. - Assault and Battery
DISMISSED
United States v. G. B. -Obscene Acts
NO JAIL TIME - probation only
Commonwealth v. Juliana S.
DISMISSED
Commonwealth v. Green (Drug manufacturing, possession of assault weapons)
BOND GRANTED
Commonwealth v. Andrew B. - Felony Theft
NO JAIL TIME
Commonwealth v. William R. - Firearm in an Airport
DISMISSED
Commonwealth v. Charlotte G. - Child Abuse
DISMISSED
Commonwealth v. Chavez-Hernandez
DISMISSED
Commonwealth v. Gibson
Felony dropped to misdemeanor, for immediate release.
Commonwealth v. Torres
DISMISSED
In re: K.C.
Expulsion avoided
United States v. Vick
DISMISSED
United States v. Duncan
Dismissed, client released
Commonwealth v. T.C.
Charges DISMISSED.
United States v. Shanklin
DISMISSED, client released
Education
2007
Stetson University College of Law
J.D. Cum Laude
2004
Georgia State University
Bachelor of Business Administration
Speaking Engagements
2013
CJA Panel Training
Federal Sentencing Guidelines
Publications
2016
The Virginia Champion
Suppression of Evidence - Attacking the Warrant Affidavit per Franks
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Answers
Q&A
If someone went to circuit court in regards to a plea and results says noelle prosqui?
27 Apr 2021
Q&A
Gun rights restoration?
28 Feb 2018
Q&A
Are the decisions of the fourth circuit federal court of appeals binding on the Virginia Circuit Courts?
19 Apr 2016