Thomas Crane Carter

Thomas Crane Carter

5.0
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 47 years

DUI and DWI Lawyer at Alexandria, VA
Practice Areas: DUI & DWI, Speeding & Traffic Ticket, Criminal Defense

510 King Street., Suite 301, Alexandria, VA

About Thomas

Biography

Practice Areas

3

Practice Areas

DUI and DWI 40%

48 years | 1,000 cases

40%
Speeding and Traffic Ticket 40%

48 years | 2,500 cases

40%
Criminal Defense 20%

48 years | 1,000 cases

20%

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Licenses

Licensed in Virginia for 47 years

State: Virginia

Acquired: 1978

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Redmon, Peyton & Braswell, L.L.P.

510 King Street., Suite 301, Alexandria, VA, 22314

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Thomas Crane Carter's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

5.0 /5.0

35 Client Reviews

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Showing 6 - 10 of 30 reviews | Case Results

Posted by Imani | November 15, 2021 | Hired Attorney

Hire Tom Carter

I would recommend Tom Carter to anyone who needs a lawyer. My friend was the one who recommended him to me, and now I see why. Mr. Carter is very knowledgeable and skilled at what he does. Truly because of him is how my outcome resulted in my favor. He's a reliable and trustworthy professional w...ho excels at what he does.

Thomas Carter

Replied last February 07, 2022

Thank you. You were a great client. So nice to work with and so willing to do whatever was necessary to get an excellent plea agreement.

Posted by Stephanie | May 25, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

GETS RESULTS!!! WELL WORTH HIS FEE!!!

I helped hire Tom for a friend for a state felony charge. Tom negotiated it to a misdemeanor with no jail time and it should not get my friend deported. Tom is knowledgeable, personable and knows the state and federal prosecutors. I was a federal criminal prosecutor for 8 years, and I called Tom f...or my friend because he had always gotten results for his clients in federal court as well as state court.

Thomas Carter

Replied last February 07, 2022

Stephanie, your review means a lot to me. You were a federal prosecutor and dealt with many defense lawyers over the years. The fact that you chose me to represent your friend in such an important case was very affirming. When we got the felony charges reduced to a misdemeanor with no jail, it was even better.

Posted by Edwin | February 24, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Speeding & Traffic Ticket

Tom Carter Walks on Water !!

A family member was recently hit with a serious traffic infraction. A good friend recommended Tom Carter as the best experienced and most effective attorney in Northern Virginia to handle such matters. My friend's advice was excellent. Tom went the extra mile and performed a near-miracle for us.... Tom is deserving of the highest possible rating.

Thomas Carter

Replied last February 07, 2022

Thank you. Sometimes, all a traffic defendant really needs is a lawyer who can satisfy the Police Officer, the prosecutor and the judge that his client is contrite and determined to do better going forward. If they all believe that's really so, you can get charges dismissed or reduced to civil infractions.

Posted by Christian | January 04, 2021 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI

DUI reckless driving case

DUI Charge dropped. Due to excessive amount of experience in this field Mr.Carter was able to clearly explained to me what would outcome would likely happen with the case and all the court proceedings with it.

Thomas Carter

Replied last February 07, 2022

I enjoy defending DUI cases more than any others. There are so many legal issues involved which can be used to my client's advantage. Over the years, I've had hundreds of such cases either dismissed or reduced. Every DUI defendant should realize that his or her case doesn't need to result in a DUI conviction.

Posted by anonymous | September 21, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Excellent lawyer

Mr. Carter was wonderful to work with. He put us at ease about our case. He clearly told us what he would strive to accomplish, and he did just that. I would highly recommend him.

Thomas Carter

Replied last February 07, 2022

Thank you. I believe it's important to set realistic expectations...and then try to exceed them.

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Thomas Crane Carter's Lawyer Endorsements

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Jonathan Katz

Criminal defense lawyer | Mar 16

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Numerous times over the years I have spoken with Tom about some challenging issues for my criminal defense clients. His viewpoints have always been kindly stated, clear and on the money. I recommend Tom's services."

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Gregory English

Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 26

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. I have known Tom for over 25 years and worked with him on many cases. We jointly represented defendants in two federal murder cases in which our clients were acquitted. He is an outstanding advocate"

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Damon Colbert

DUI and DWI lawyer | Sep 29

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Tom is a stellar attorney who is highly regarded by judges, lawyers, law-enforcement officials, and courthouse personnel. If I got a DWI in Virginia, I would hire Tom. His knowledge of Virginia DWI law is vast. When I am wrestling with a thorny legal issue in my practice, I contact Tom because I know if anyone has encountered the issue, Tom has. In addition to his legal prowess, Tom is a genuinely nice person who cares deeply about his clients. He is a gem who makes our profession better."

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Paul Mickelsen

Criminal defense lawyer | Jun 16

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"If you are in serious trouble, Tom is one of a handful attorneys you go to in Northern Virginia. He is a true gentleman and an outstanding trial lawyer. His skills and experience combined with the warmth of his personality make him one of the best."

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Jeremy Letnick

Criminal defense lawyer | Jul 29

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Tom is a leader in the legal profession. As a former prosecutor, as well as his many years as a defense attorney, Tom does a fantastic job for his clients and I strongly recommend his services to anyone needing a defense attorney. Thank you Tom for the many years of advice and I look forward to more advice in the future!"

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Michael Waddington

Criminal defense lawyer | Jun 07

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

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

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Orval Hallam

Criminal defense lawyer | Apr 29

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Tom is an excellent attorney. He is a zealous advocate, who is very knowledgeable, and a true asset to the community. I endorse this lawyer."

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Brian Geno

Criminal defense lawyer | Nov 20

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Paul McGlone

Federal crime lawyer | Feb 10

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Tom Carter is one of the most respected defenders of the citizens of Northern Viriginia. I have known Tom for over 20 years and I am proud to recommend him. We refer to his office for cases that we can't handle in Federal Court and Alexandria all the time."

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Jonathan Katz

Criminal defense lawyer

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Patrick O’Brien

Criminal defense lawyer

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Gregory English

Federal crime lawyer

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Damon Colbert

Criminal defense lawyer

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Paul Mickelsen

Criminal defense lawyer

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Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2024

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2023

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2023

Super Lawyer, Virginia Super Lawyers

2022

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2022

Super Lawyer, Virginia Super Lawyers

2021

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2021

Super Lawyer, Virginia Super Lawyers

2020

AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2020

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2020

Super Lawyer, Virginia Super Lawyers

2019

Super Lawyer, Virginia Super Lawyers

2019

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

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Super Lawyer, Virginia Super Lawyers

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2014

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Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

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Super Lawyer, Virginia Super Lawyers

2012

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2012

Super Lawyer, Virginia Super Lawyers

Work Experience

1980 - 1985

Assistant Commonwealth's Attorney, Alexandria Commonwealth's Attorney's Office

1978 - 1979

Law Clerk, Circuit Court Judges of Fairfax County

Associations

1980 - Present

Alexandria Bar Association

Member

1978 - Present

Virginia State Bar

Member

1978 - Present

Fairfax Bar Association

Member

Education

1978

College of William and Mary, Marshall-Wythe School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1975

Holy Cross College

Languages

English

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