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Sarah Linda Abernathy
also known as Sarah Linda Raymond
About Sarah
Biography
Sarah Raymond graduated with a Bachelor of Science degree from Michigan State University in 1999. She developed an interest in the law while she worked as a laboratory technician with Water & Waste Services in Genesee County, Michigan. Her work with DEQ and EPA regulations helped her to graduate from Thomas M. Cooley Law School with a concentration in Administrative Law in 2005. After Sarah relocated to Virginia, she began her legal career in 2007 as an Assistant Public Defender in Fredericksburg, Virginia. Over the years, Sarah has represented clients charged with everything from murder to littering. She is an experienced advocate protecting a client’s due process rights at all stages, whether it be at jury trial, suppression motion, plea negotiation, or appeal. Some of her appeals have even created case law. See Hunter v. Commonwealth, 6 Va. App. 50, 690 S.E.2d 792 (2010) and Moter v. Commonwealth, 61 Va. App. 471, 737 S.E.2d 538 (2013).
After 8 years of serving only the indigent that were charged with crimes, Sarah decided to move forward with her legal career in 2015 and open a general practice firm focusing on criminal defense and family law.
Practice Areas
5
Practice Areas
Fees and Rates
Cost
Hourly Rates
$ 250-350 per hour
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Licensed in Virginia for 19 years
State: Virginia
Acquired: 2006
No misconduct found
Location
The Law Office of Sarah Raymond, PLLC
2217 Princess Anne Street., Suite 217-1, Fredericksburg, VA, 22401
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Sarah Linda Abernathy's Lawyer Endorsements
"Sarah Abernathy is a formable opponent for any prosecutor. She is knowledgeable about the law, finds creative solutions to legal issues, and is committed to advocating for her client's interests."
"Ms. Abernathy has handled numerous difficult cases, always securing the best result for her clients. She is dedicated and compassionate. I endorse this lawyer."
"Sarah knows everything there is to know about criminal defense. Her clients should be very confident that they're getting the absolute best representation when it comes to serious felony charges."
"Sarah spent years as a dedicated public defender representing indigent clients facing huge amounts of jail time. She is smart, caring and zealous."
"Sarah is an exceptional and highly respected attorney who always represents his clients with the utmost of skill,knowledge and understanding.i can readily endorse her without hesitation or reservation."
"I endorse this lawyer. Sarah is a dedicated lawyer that fights hard for her clients."
Robin Krueger
Criminal defense lawyer
Mason Husby
Criminal defense lawyer
John Mayoras
Criminal defense lawyer
Experience
Work Experience
2015 - Present
Attorney, The Law Office of Sarah Raymond
2007 - 2015
Assistant Public Defender, Office Of The Public Defender Fredericksburg
Associations
2015 - Present
Fredericksburg Area Bar AssociationMember
Education
2005
Thomas M. Cooley Law School
JD - Juris Doctor
1999
Michigan State University
BS - Bachelor of Science
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Answers
Q&A
What is the difference between Nolle Prosequi and Dismissal?
18 Mar 2015
Q&A
How do I get guardianship of my 21 year old adult disable son.
15 Mar 2015
Q&A
Does Virginia have a certificate of rehabilitation for sex offenders?
14 Mar 2015