Bassel Khalaf

Bassel Khalaf

also known as Westendorf & Khalaf, PLLC

5.0
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 16 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Virginia Beach, VA
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Speeding & Traffic Ticket

1 Columbus Center, Ste. 600, Virginia Beach, VA

About Bassel

Biography

Practice Areas

3

Practice Areas

Criminal Defense 50%

14 years | 2,500 cases

50%
DUI and DWI 30%

14 years | 100 cases

30%
Speeding and Traffic Ticket 20%

14 years | 100 cases

20%

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Licenses

Licensed in Virginia for 16 years

State: Virginia

Acquired: 2009

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Law Offices of Bassel Khalaf

1 Columbus Center, Ste. 600, Virginia Beach, VA, 23462

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Bassel Khalaf's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

10 Client Reviews

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Posted by anonymous | January 7, 2019 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Honest, responsive, actually cares

Basel handled a criminal matter as public defender. He was completely honest, treated me with responsiveness and genuine respect, not always the case with PDs office. Although unable to wrench a perfect outcome from this court with what he had to work with, he made diligent efforts, and was alwa...ys honest and communicative, and I nonetheless trust his knowledge, skills and compassion, dedication, and humanity. He will always be my only choice as attorney, should I ever need one. Too many lawyers made me feel an inch tall when talking to them; Basel seems not to have that in him; this is priceless when one is accused, frightened, unsure. His humanity serves him well and his clients reap it's benefits. Add this to his skills, diligence and knowledge; he is the best attorney I've spoken with.

Posted by anonymous | December 20, 2018 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

DUI and Hit and runs

After making some very stupid decisions while under the influence, I managed to get my first DUI along with 3 other misdemeanor charges. Bassel took the mess I had made for myself and made it possible for me to maintain my normal day to day life. Always being just a call or text away, I genuinely app...reciated how reassuring he was throughout the entire process. Even though I am hoping to not need Bassel's help again too soon... I definitely recommend him and his team for anyone seeking legal advice or representation.

Posted by anonymous | October 18, 2018 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Expungment

I needed an exoungment for a new job opportunity. I had been told it would be a rather lengthy process. Attorney Khalaf went above and beyond getting it done alot sooner. Westendorf & Khalaf are great and affordable. Highly reccomend using them.

Posted by anonymous | October 1, 2018 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

First Offense DUI

For the first time in my life I was in need of a criminal defense attorney for a first offense DUI. After spending the better part of a day searching for, and reading reviews of local attorneys, I decided to contact W&K law firm. Even though it was a Sunday, Bassel contacted me by phone within an h...our after I sent a request for quote. Throughout the whole process, he was very responsive to messages and was very thorough with his knowledge of the process and was always available to answer questions and put my mind at ease. I decided not to have him "fight" my case so I was convicted of the charge. I fully understood the likely outcome of accepting the "deal" offered by the prosecutor's office. I was able to retain my license on a restricted status. I certainly recommend W&K Law Firm.

Posted by Curtis | August 2, 2018 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Awesome

They did a excellent job with my case and we’re so Thankful! They will go above and beyond to fight for you and I will recommend them to anyone who needs someone who will truly fight for you! They’re honest and trustworthy! Thank you so much for getting back home with my family and we really apprecia...te you.

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Bassel Khalaf's Lawyer Endorsements

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Roger Whitus

Criminal defense lawyer | Sep 04

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"You're in good hands with Bassel. Quick on his feet and personable to both judge and jury, beneath Bassel's easy-going demeanor lies an impressive ability to efficiently analyze a problem and navigate a strategic solution."

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Rahul Aggarwal

Unknown lawyer | Mar 16

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"An excellent lawyer who treats clients with patience, care, understanding, and utmost professionalism - an even better person and I wholeheartedly recommend for future services."

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Stephen Pfeiffer

Speeding and traffic ticket lawyer | Sep 23

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"He works hard, knows the law and cares about results. Bassel is an excellent choice."

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Anton Karpov

Criminal defense lawyer | Aug 29

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Bassel is a witty, resourceful and intelligent attorney, I know him for a few years and he always worked hard on his cases and stayed optimistic regardless of the challenges before him. He helped many people to get out of really difficult situations."

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William O'Mara

Criminal defense lawyer | Aug 29

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. I consider him one of the best criminal and traffic lawyers in the area. He is hardworking and very thorough. He's been able to obtain some great result in one of Virginia's toughest venues."

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Christopher Baker

Criminal defense lawyer | Aug 15

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"Mr. Khalaf is a compassionate attorney who fights hard for his clients. I met him while I was a prosecutor on opposing matters. Mr. Khalaf was always professional and did a great job for his clients."

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Jarrett McCormack

Criminal defense lawyer | Jul 31

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Bassel is an outstanding and extremely knowledgeable criminal defense attorney. On several occasions, I have reached out to him for a second opinion or guidance on procedural matters in the Virginia Beach courts, and I wouldn't hesitate to do so again in the future."

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Matthew Cramer

Criminal defense lawyer | Jul 13

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Bassel Khalaf has quickly become one of the most talented criminal defense attorneys in Virginia Beach. If I'm not mistaken, he won a court of appeals case within his first year as an attorney, something that most attorneys go a career without achieving. His presence in the courtroom is undeniable. Bassel always seems to be a step ahead of the competition, which is what you want if you are facing a complex legal issue."

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Jamison Rasberry

Criminal defense lawyer | Jul 06

Relationship: Co-worker

"I endorse this lawyer. Bassel has the respect of the Court and his fellow attorneys. I've observed him work on multiple high profile cars and he is as comfortable with the law as he is with facts. Judge or Jury Basel is a force to be reckoned with."

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Taite Westendorf

Criminal defense lawyer | Jul 05

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I have worked with Bassel on many cases including high stakes jury trials. I have personally witnessed him win tremendous results for his clients at both trial and on successful motions. He is a fierce advocate, and I strongly endorse him."

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Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2019

Rising Star, SuperLawyers

2017

Top 100 Criminal Defense Trial Lawyers Invitation Selection, National Trial Lawyers

2017

AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2017

Top 25 Trial Lawyers, Criminal Trial Lawyers Association

Work Experience

2017 - Present

Partner, Westendorf & Khalaf, PLLC

2012 - 2017

Public Defender, Virginia Beach Public Defender's Office

2007 - 2008

Public Defender, Danville, Virginia Circuit Court

2006 - 2007

Summer Intern, Hawaii Intermediate Court Of Appeals

Associations

2017 - Present

Virginia Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

Associate Member

2017 - Present

Virginia Beach Bar Association

Member

2013 - Present

Virginia Indigent Defense Commission

Certified Attorney

2009 - Present

Virginia State Bar

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

Porter v. Commonwealth http://www.courts.state.va.us/opinions/opncavwp/0631161.pdf

Upheld

Commonwealth v. BH

Dismissed

Commonwealth v. RW

Dismissed

Commonwealth v. JE

Charge reduced from felony to misdemeanor

Commonwealth v. JB

Charges reduced to misdemeanors

Commonwealth v. CD

Dismissed

Fountain v. Commonwealth, 64 Va. App. 51 (2014) http://www.courts.state.va.us/opinions/opncavwp/2212131.pdf

Reversal, case dismissed.

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Education

2008

Washington and Lee University School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

2005

University of Hawaii, Manoa

B.A. Psychology

Speaking Engagements

2017

Porter v. Commonwealth Court of Appeals Oral Argument

2017

Madonia v. Commonwealth Court of Appeals Oral Argument

2017

Ames v. Commonwealth Court of Appeals Oral Argument

2014

Fountain v. Commonwealth Court of Appeals Oral Argument

Publications

2017

Unpublished Opinions Virginia Court of Appeals (Madonia v. Commonwealth)

Languages

English

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