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Susan Frances Fremit
- Spotsylvania, VA
- Licensed for 15 years
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About Susan
Aggressive representation yields outstanding results. Former Canadian attorney 18+ years experience
Susan F. Fremit is aggressive, relentless, results-oriented and knowledgable. As the award-winning founder and highly respected principal criminal defense attorney at the Law Firm of Susan F. Fremit, P.C., Susan comes with an internationally established reputation from more than 18 years of combined Canadian and American experience, specializing in criminal law.
In 1991, Susan successfully founded, owned and operated the Law Firm of Susan F. Fremit, LL.B. in Ontario, Canada as the principal criminal defense lawyer. Over the course of a decade, Susan represented over 1,000 clients in a variety of serious criminal charges, including DUI, reckless driving, murder, and drug possession, distribution and trafficking. With a large majority of cases going to trial, Susan obtained significant experience in winning cases through trial preparation and research; developing arguments; acquiring expert witnesses; and discrediting Crown arguments, as well as police and witness testimony.
In 2008, Susan founded the Law Firm of Susan F. Fremit to provide a decade worth of Canadian legal expertise and criminal defense trial experience to clients charged with serious criminal offenses in Alexandria, Arlington, Fairfax, and Falls Church, Virginia. Four years later, Susan then opened a second office, also as the principal attorney, to offer a combination of experience, aggressive representation and a proven track record to clients charged in Culpeper, Fredericksburg, Louisa, Spotsylvania, and Stafford, Virginia.
Susan Fremit handles all types of serious criminal and traffic cases, from felonies to misdemeanors, including charges of:
- DUI/DWI
- reckless driving
- drug crimes
- violent crimes
- domestic violence cases
- fraud and identity theft crimes
- property crime
- other serious criminal offenses
Susan represents clients in post-conviction proceedings such as probation violations, expungements, and motions to terminate probation early. In court, Susan has one objective: to win your case! She believes that everyone accused of a crime deserves the highest quality legal representation.
Some of Susan’s recent cases in 2015 involved charges of:
Practice areas
- DUI and DWI: 50%
Appeals, felonies, trials
21 years, 1,200 cases
- Criminal defense: 45%
Appeals, credit card fraud, domestic violence, drive suspended, federal crimes, firearm crimes, fraud, general reckless driving, identity theft, narcotic crimes, reckless by speed (aggressive driving), reckless (pass school bus), trials, violent crimes (assault, robbery)
21 years, 2,000 cases
- Expungement: 5%
9 years, 10 cases
Languages spoken
English
Photos and videos
Contact
Susan F. Fremit, P.C
9130 Courthouse Road
Spotsylvania, VA, 22553
Website
Susan F. Fremit, P.C
115 Courthouse Lane
Bowling Green, VA, 22427
Resume
| State | Status | Acquired | Updated |
|---|---|---|---|
| VA | Authorized to Practice Law | 2004 | 03/11/2014 |
| Award name | Grantor | Date granted |
|---|---|---|
| Peer Review Rated | Martindale-Hubbell | 2017 |
| Preeminent 5.0 out of 5.0 Client Reviews | Martindale-Hubbell | 2017 |
| Top Contributor Award | Avvo | 2017 |
| Top Contributor Award | Avvo | 2016 |
| 25 Year Anniversary of Proudly Serving the Community | Martindale-Hubbell | 2016 |
| Client Distinction Award | Martindale.com and Lawyers.com | 2016 |
|---|---|---|
| Clients’ Choice Award | Avvo | 2016 |
| Top Attorney - Superb - 9.8/10 | Avvo | 2016 |
| Preeminent 5.0 out of 5.0 Client Reviews | Martindale-Hubbell | 2016 |
| Clients' Choice Award | Avvo | 2015 |
| Preeminent 5.0 out of 5.0 Client Reviews | Martindale-Hubbell | 2015 |
| Top Attorney - Superb - 9.6/10 | Avvo | 2015 |
| Top Contributor Award | Avvo | 2015 |
| Preeminent 5.0 out of 5.0 Client Reviews | Martindale-Hubbell | 2014 |
| Preeminent 5.0 out of 5.0 Client Reviews | Martindale-Hubbell | 2013 |
| Preeminent 5.0 out of 5.0 Client Reviews | Martindale-Hubbell | 2012 |
| Preeminent 5.0 out of 5.0 Client Reviews | Martindale-Hubbell | 2011 |
| Lady Fairfax | Fairfax County | 2008 |
| Title | Company name | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Owner and Principal Attorney | Law Firm of Susan F. Fremit, P.C. (Caroline County, Virginia) | 2016 - Present |
| Owner and Principal Attorney | Law Firm of Susan F. Fremit, P.C. (Spotsylvania, Virginia) | 2012 - Present |
| Owner and Principal Attorney | Law Firm of Susan F. Fremit, P.C. (Arlington, Virginia) | 2008 - 2017 |
| Owner and Principal Attorney | Law Firm of Susan F. Fremit (Ontario, Canada) | 1991 - 2001 |
| Legal Articling Student | Donaldson, Donaldson & Greenaway | 1989 - 1990 |
| Association name | Position name | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| National College for DUI Defense | General Member | 2016 - Present |
| Fredericksburg Area Bar Association | Member | 2014 - Present |
| United States District Court Eastern District of Virginia (4th Circuit Court) | Member | 2009 - Present |
| Virginia Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers | Member | 2008 - Present |
| Arlington Bar Association | Member | 2008 - Present |
| Virginia Bar Association | Member | 2004 - Present |
|---|---|---|
| Law Society of Upper Canada | Member | 1991 - Present |
| National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers | Member | 2016 - 2017 |
| Fairfax County Bar Association | Member | 2008 - 2016 |
| Virginia Trial Lawyers Association | Member | 2008 - 2009 |
| Essex County Bar Association | Treasurer | 1999 - 2001 |
| Essex County Bar Association | Member | 1991 - 2001 |
| Publication name | Title | Date |
|---|---|---|
| Fremitlaw.com Blog | Guns, Ammunition and Criminal Records in Virginia | 2017 |
| Fremitlaw.com Blog | The FAQs about Drug Charges in Virginia | 2016 |
| Fremitlaw.com Blog | PokéCrimes Being Committed by Trainers in Virginia | 2016 |
| Fremitlaw.com Blog | The FAQs about Embezzlement in Virginia | 2016 |
| Fremitlaw.com Blog | The FAQs about an Expungement in Virginia | 2016 |
| Fremitlaw.com Blog | The FAQs by First Time Offenders in Virginia | 2016 |
|---|---|---|
| Fremitlaw.com Blog | The FAQs about Probation in Virginia | 2016 |
| Fremitlaw.com | 10 Reasons to Retain a DUI Lawyer if Charged in Virginia | 2015 |
| Fremitlaw.com Blog | Visiting Canada with a Weapon or Criminal Record | 2015 |
| Fremitlaw.com Blog | The 10 Most Common Types of Reckless Driving Charges in Virginia | 2015 |
| Fremitlaw.com Blog | 10 Reasons to Retain an Experienced Traffic Attorney if Charged with General Reckless Driving in VA | 2015 |
| Fremitlaw.com Blog | Criminal Record Expungements and Pardons in Virginia | 2015 |
| School name | Degree | Graduated |
|---|---|---|
| National Business Institute | Certificate of Completion | 2016 |
| George Washington | LL.M - Master of Laws | 2003 |
| University of Calgary | LL.B - Bachelor of Laws | 1989 |
| University of Calgary | BA - Bachelor of Arts | N/A |
| Conference name | Title | Date |
|---|---|---|
| Career Day at Belle River District High School | Being a Criminal Defense Attorney | 1999 |
| Career Day at Belle River District High School | Being a Criminal Defense Attorney | 1998 |
| Mock Trial at the University of Windsor Law School | Judge | 1997 |
| Career Day at Belle River District High School | Being a Criminal Defense Attorney | 1997 |
| Mock Trial at the University of Windsor Law School | Judge | 1996 |
| Case name | Outcome |
|---|---|
| Reckless Driving by Speed | Successfully negotiated reduced penalties, including a full 90 day suspended jail sentence and no license suspension |
| Felony Break and Enter to Commit an Assault and Battery | I successfully negotiated to have the charge reduced to misdemeanor unlawful entry and successfully dismissed after a deferred disposition, which avoided a potential maximum sentence of ten (10) years if convicted of the felony. |
| Felony Assault on Law Enforcement | I successfully negotiated to have the charge reduced to misdemeanor assault and battery, which avoided the minimum mandatory jail sentence of six (6) months if convicted of the felony. |
| Possession of a Controlled Substance | I successfully negotiated to have the charge deferred for dismissal in 2017 (pending all conditions are met) |
| List of Recent Cases | Withdrawn or negotiated reduced charges |
| Unlawful Wounding | I successfully negotiated to have the charge reduced to simple assault and battery, avoided an active jail sentence (179 day suspended jail sentence) and a felony conviction, paying $86 in court costs. |
|---|---|
| DUI, 1st | I successfully negotiated the charged to be reduced to general reckless driving, a restricted licenses and a suspended jail sentence |
| Possession of a Controlled Substance | Nolle Prosequi - my client has no felony record for this charge and can bring an application to have it expunged. |
| DUI, First, BAC > 0.20% | Nolle Prosequi - my client now has no criminal record from this charge and can apply to have their charge expunged. |
| Sale of Drug Paraphernalia | Not guilty - no criminal record and can apply to have their charge expunged |
| Grand Larceny | Nolle Prosequi - my client now has no criminal record from this charge and can apply to have their charge expunged. |
| Carrying a weapon in an airport terminal | Nolle Prosequi - my client now has no criminal record from this charge and can apply to have their charge expunged. |
| Reckless Driving by Speed | Dismissed - no jail time, no criminal record, no license suspension and no court costs or fine. |
| DUI, 1st | I successfully negotiated the charged to be reduced to general reckless driving, a restricted licenses and a suspended jail sentence |
| Reckless Driving by Speed | Dismissed - no jail time, no criminal record, no license suspension and no court costs or fine. |
| Driving on a suspended or revoked license | Nolle Prosequi - my client now has no criminal record from this charge and can apply to have their charge expunged. |
| Failure to return rented vehicle | Nolle Prosequi - my client now has no criminal record from this charge and can apply to have their charge expunged. |
Uniquely qualified to represent the military member
Posted by Robert
Tue Jan 05 2016
Beyond Excellent, You Will Not Find Anyone Willing To Fight For You As Susan Does!
Posted by anonymous
Wed Jan 06 2016
Attorney endorsements
(27)Corinne Magee, Criminal defense Attorney on Dec 29, 2014
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I strongly endorse Ms. Fremit. She is very knowledgeable, and represents her clients with creativity and competence. She is also continuously striving to learn new issues as they emerge, and molding them to meet her clients' needs.
Karin Porter, Criminal defense Attorney on Feb 13, 2015
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I have always been impressed with Susan's skills and experience and believe she works very hard for her clients. I admire her confidence and dedication to her clients and I highly endorse her as a criminal defense attorney.
Timothy Johnson, Business Attorney on Mar 13, 2018
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Ms. Fremit showcases her criminal defense expertise with every Avvo post. Not only does she knowledgeably discuss the legal issues, but also addresses the practicalities. After seeing hundreds of Ms. Fremit's Avvo answers, I am confident that anyone seeking out a criminal defense attorney in the areas that Ms. Fremit serves will receive an outstanding representation from her firm. I strongly endorse this lawyer in Criminal Defense, and related matters.
Benjamin Inman, Employment and labor Attorney on Jul 18, 2017
Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter
I endorse this lawyer.
Christopher Holley, Criminal defense Attorney on Sep 16, 2016
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I am pleased to endorse Ms. Fremit. She has the knowledge, dedication and energy to take on any criminal or traffic case. She has my highest confidence, but more importantly, she has the respect of her colleagues and the Court.
R. Jason de Groot, Criminal defense Attorney on Sep 14, 2016
Relationship: Other
Susan is the type of heavy hitter that you need in your corner. Always prepared, and always diligent for her clients, she has the skill set of a consummate criminal defense attorney.
Mark Thrash, Criminal defense Attorney on Apr 5, 2016
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer. Susan and I often work in the same courts. I have had the opportunity to view the quality of her work and her level of dedication to her clients. She is always thoroughly prepared, her issues are thoroughly researched and she provides the highest quality of representation to her clients.
Donna Murphy, Criminal defense Attorney on Mar 29, 2016
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse Ms. Fremit in all respects. She is a knowledgeable and skilled advocate in Criminal Defense. Ms. Fremit will accurately diagnose your case and personalize her advice to suit your particularized need. Criminal cases are very difficult and individuals facing criminal charges are often overwhelmed . Ms. Fremit will patiently explain the process and fully investigate all the facts and circumstances of your case. Furthermore, Ms. Fremit is up front, open and honest. You can trust that she has done her homework on your matter and is telling you everything you need to know to make an informed decision about the options in your case. Whether you go to trial or accept a plea arrangement, you can rest easy that Ms. Fremit is seeking the best outcome for you based on the facts and the law.
Julia Ovando, Child custody Attorney on Mar 29, 2016
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Ms. Fremit is a zeaIous advocate who I admire. I endorse this lawyer.
Graziella Bianchi, DUI and DWI Attorney on Mar 28, 2016
Relationship: Worked together on matter
I endorse this lawyer. Susan and I worked together on a case and she is a fantastic attormey. I also consulted with her on other cases where her defenses worked well and I wanted to use it in my own case.
Robert Hahn, Criminal defense Attorney on Sep 21, 2015
Relationship: Other
I would strongly recommend Ms. Fremit to anyone seeking a criminal defense lawyer in the Spotsylvania area. She is knowledgeable and pragmatic and has the experience to zealously advocate on behalf of her clients.
Sean Darvishi, DUI and DWI Attorney on Apr 6, 2015
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer. Ms. Fremit is a highly knowledgeable attorney who aggressively fights for her clients.
Peter Marek, Criminal defense Attorney on Mar 28, 2015
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Susan's 11 years of practicing criminal law is what we refer to as experienced. Her knowledge of both the law and criminal procedure is excellent and evident in her pro bono contributions here. Client reviews are the greatest judgement on an attorneys worth and hers are stellar. READ THEM! Endorsements from other attorneys are also outstanding. Do yourself a favor and schedule a consultation with her.
Thomas Olsen, DUI and DWI Attorney on Mar 28, 2015
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer.
George Wooditch, Criminal defense Attorney on Mar 25, 2015
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Susan Fremit is a thoughtful, caring attorney who works for the best interests of her clients. I highly recommend her services.
John Elbert, Criminal defense Attorney on Mar 11, 2015
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer.susan is a highly motivated and dedicated attorney who does a great job for her clients both in and out of the courtroom.
C. Abbott, Immigration Attorney on Mar 9, 2015
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse Attorney Fremit based on her detailed knowledge expressed in her AVVO postings. Being admitted in both Canada and the United States provides Attorney Fremit with the ability to advise clients with legal issues in both countries.
Ann Thayer, DUI and DWI Attorney on Feb 24, 2015
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Susan fights hard for her clients. She stays up to date on the issues in criminal defense so she can use that knowledge to help benefit her clients. She is a caring person and you will be able to confide in her and get the answers to any questions you have. She will do the best she can to get you the best outcome possible in your case.
Nader Hasan, Family Attorney on Feb 20, 2015
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Susan is an excellent attorney who provides quality representation. She is dedicated and relentless in seeking the best results for her clients.
Makan Shirafkan, Criminal defense Attorney on Feb 16, 2015
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer. She fights for her clients and our practice needs more defenders like her.
Karin Porter, Criminal defense Attorney on Feb 13, 2015
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I have always been impressed with Susan's skills and experience and believe she works very hard for her clients. I admire her confidence and dedication to her clients and I highly endorse her as a criminal defense attorney.
I have known Susan for nearly 15 years. She is incredibly knowledgeable, articulate, and a fighter. I highly recommend her.
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