John Matthew Weiland

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John Matthew Weiland

4.9
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 13 years

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

3437 W Cary St, Richmond, VA

About John

Biography

Weiland Button, PLC - Experienced and Committed DUI, Traffic, and Criminal Defense Attorneys

Weiland Button, PLC - Experienced and Committed DUI, Traffic, and Criminal Defense Attorneys

Weiland Button, PLC - Experienced and Committed DUI, Traffic, and Criminal Defense Attorneys

Weiland Button, PLC - Experienced and Committed DUI, Traffic, and Criminal Defense Attorneys

Practice Areas

3

Practice Areas

DUI and DWI 50%

50%
Criminal Defense 25%

25%
Speeding and Traffic Ticket 25%

25%

Fees and Rates

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Awards

Client's Choice
Client's Choice
2018 2017 2016
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Silver Client Champion

Licenses

Licensed in Virginia for 13 years

State: Virginia

Acquired: 2012

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Weiland Button - Attorneys at Law

3437 W Cary St, Richmond, VA, 23221

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4301 E Parham Rd, Henrico, VA, 23228

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7515 Library Drive, Hanover, VA, 23069

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Law Offices of John Matthew Weiland

400 N. 9th St., Richmond, VA, 23219

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John Matthew Weiland's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.9 /5.0

125 Client Reviews

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Posted by Matthew | December 04, 2017 | Hired Attorney

THE LAWYER YOU NEED CALL HIM NOW !!!!!

Sharp informative honest tactful the list goes on and willing to fight for you will talk to you with respect was never condasending or dismissive of my questions or insight you can tell he cares these can be rare qualities in some lawyers I recently retained John Weiland to represent me and he... delivered amazing results better than i ever could have logically expected i have never been so impressed by any other lawyer ive talked to. i would recommend him to anyone i hope i dont need a lawyer again but if i do the choice is clear for me This guy is an ace hire him now and give yourself some peace of mind youll feel better about things as soon as your done consulting with him awesome lawyer and excellent character you need him in your corner

Posted by Anne | April 01, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Great VA Traffic Lawyer

John was willing to talk to me long enough to get to know my situation the first time we spoke. As an out of state client he let me know what I needed to do and what documents I needed to supply for him to best represent me. He explained all possible outcomes, promising no particular one, only that ...he would work his hardest to get the best outcome he could for me. He was able to get all charges dismissed as long as i passed a driving class and paid court costs. I called many attorneys, most charging more, and some charging less, but John was the only one able to put me at ease and make me feel certain my case would get the attention it deserved. I am so glad I was represented by John Weiland. He got me the best possible outcome for my case.

Posted by Micaias | March 23, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Pure Excellence and Expert!!!!!

Long story short. I was on way to NYC for job interview from NC. I loss situational awareness and a trooper pulled me over with 96/70 in Spotsylvania, VA which is reckless driving; thus, this will be a misdemeanor and facing jail time. I think this was a speed trap. First moving violation/speedi...ng ticket ever in 19 years of driving. I was very distraught and sad. Mr. John Matthew Weiland was able to calm me down and provide a strategy to assist me in downgrading the charge and avoid jail time. Judge was adamant about not reducing the speed; however, John persuaded him into reducing the speed to 80/70. Trust me. I am not going to lose situational awareness ever again. It ain't worth the hassle. Thank you soooo much Mr. John Matthew Weiland!!!!!

Posted by Charles | September 21, 2015 | Hired Attorney | Speeding & Traffic Ticket

Highly Recommend Lawayer

John Weiland, and Caddell Weiland law firm represented my case for two traffic violations, which would be at the misdemeanor level if found guilty. He represented me and due to his hard work managed to get the two dropped to a much lesser charge. I highly recommend Mr. John Weiland. He was very profe...ssional throughout the process and showed understanding and concern throughout the whole process which gave me peace of mind. Thanks again!

Posted by Martha | January 23, 2015 | Speeding & Traffic Ticket

Subject Matter Expert

When John took over my reckless driving case file, it had capital letters written across the front reading, "LONG SHOT." He read it, organized it, highlighted it, memorized it, and developed a strategy to win it. He called me the night before, met with me the morning of, talked me through what he w...ould do and say, told me what I should do and say, and warned me honestly of the worse-case scenario. When I met him again in the courtroom, he was smiling. He knew the judge. He knew the trooper who ticketed me. And most importantly, he knew me. As I watched the myriad sentences being handed out before my case, some resulting in jail time, I quickly realized that John was by far the most professional, most well-prepared, most articulate, and most respected lawyer in the courtroom. This didn't keep me from sweating it out, but John would look back and smile at me periodically to reassure me. He clearly had a plan, and I could tell it was going his way. After an hour or so, I stood closely, silently by John while he presented my case -- he pleaded no contest with mitigating evidence (all of which his firm had instructed me to provide!). I was amazed how much he knew about me personally, how he had dissected each document I provided, and how strongly he stood in my defense. He was a natural -- good timing, solid logic, and sound argument. I found out that day that John is prior-military, which no doubt contributes to his work ethic, resourcefulness, professional relationships, and preparation. He was one of those civilians who, immediately after 9-11, put his dream of being a lawyer aside to defend his country. Even in that role, he stood out among Infantrymen as a Special Forces Non-Commissioned Officer. In the Army, we call someone like John a Subject Matter Expert -- he is a man at the top of his game. At the same time, John is pleasant, personal, confident, and hard-working. The flat fee charged by John's firm was reasonable and more than worth the miraculous result John achieved -- me walking out of the courtroom 15min later, paying a lower-than-deserved fine, and driving back to work. John said afterwards that "the stars were aligned" for my case to turn out the way it did, but I know that John did the aligning himself by thoroughly preparing to defend me in court. John's heart and mind are 100% dedicated and committed to winning the "long shots." I don't ever plan to be in court again, God willing, but if I do, I will call John Matthew Weiland.

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Joseph Mcgrath

DUI and DWI lawyer | Mar 06

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"I endorse this lawyer."

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Bradford Huffman

Personal injury lawyer | Jul 11

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Truly one of if not the best attorney in Richmond, VA."

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Corey Martin

Criminal defense lawyer | Apr 25

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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David Long

Speeding and traffic ticket lawyer | Jun 03

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"John does a great job for his clients. I endorse him without reservation."

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Marc Boyko

Speeding and traffic ticket lawyer | Apr 20

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"I endorse this lawyer."

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Michael La Fratta

Unknown lawyer | Jul 24

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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David Caddell

DUI and DWI lawyer | Dec 18

Relationship: Co-worker

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Samantha Upton

DUI and DWI lawyer | Dec 17

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Andrew Flusche

Criminal defense lawyer | Dec 17

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I've worked alongside John in the courtroom, and I can attest to his dedication to his clients. He fights to make sure clients get the best result possible."

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Matt Pinsker

Speeding and traffic ticket lawyer | Oct 05

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have observed John in court on multiple occasions and have found him to be a smart and well articulated litigator. Clients will be well served by hiring John Weiland as their attorney. ~Matt"

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Clayton Worthington

Criminal defense lawyer | Dec 05

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"John's a great attorney who can manage your case from start to finish. I would highly recommend him for all of your criminal and traffic defense representation."

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William Riley

Criminal defense lawyer | Jun 28

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"I endorse this lawyer."

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David Vyborny

Criminal defense lawyer | Jun 17

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Mitchell Wells

Unknown lawyer | May 29

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Jason Joyner

Criminal defense lawyer

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Corey Martin

Speeding and traffic ticket lawyer

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David Long

Criminal defense lawyer

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Keith Marcus

Personal injury lawyer

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Joel McClellan

Personal injury lawyer

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Standish Alexander

Speeding and traffic ticket lawyer

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Marc Boyko

Criminal defense lawyer

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Joseph Mcgrath

DUI and DWI lawyer

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Bradford Huffman

Personal injury lawyer

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Michael La Fratta

Immigration lawyer

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Samantha Upton

Speeding and traffic ticket lawyer

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Andrew Flusche

Speeding and traffic ticket lawyer

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David Caddell

DUI and DWI lawyer

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Matt Pinsker

Criminal defense lawyer

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Clayton Worthington

Divorce and separation lawyer

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Mitchell Wells

Speeding and traffic ticket lawyer

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David Vyborny

Criminal defense lawyer

Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2022

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2021

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2020

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2019

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2018

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2011

CALI Award - Products Liability, University of Richmond School of Law

2011

CALI Award - Corporate Finance, University of Richmond School of Law

2011

CALI Award - Advanced Trial Advocacy, University of Richmond School of Law

2010

CALI Award - Local Government Law, University of Richmond School of Law

Work Experience

2025 - Present

Managing Partner, Weiland Button, PLC

2020 - 2025

Attorney, The Weiland Firm

2016 - 2020

Attorney, Weiland Upton

2014 - 2016

Attorney, Caddell Weiland

2013 - 2014

Attorney, Riley & Wells

2011 - 2013

Attorney, Moran Reeves & Conn, PC

2002 - 2008

Senior Medical Sergeant, U.S. Army Special Forces

Associations

2024 - Present

DUI Defense Lawyers Association

Member

2014 - Present

National College of DUI Defense

Member

2013 - Present

Virginia Trial Lawyers Association

Member

2013 - Present

Virginia Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

Member

2012 - Present

Virginia State Bar, Criminal Law Section

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

KBS, Inc. v. Hospitality Furnishing, Inc. et al

Summary Judgment Granted

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Education

2012

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

JD - Juris Doctor

2008

University of Virginia

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2016

Driver Privilege Card Study

Driver Licenses for Undocumented Immigrants

Publications

2010

The Journal (Virginia Trial Lawyers Association) Defending the Practicalities of DUI in Virginia

Languages

English

Activity

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