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Posted by anonymous | July 19, 2016 | Hired Attorney

Hands Down Best Attorney In Hampton Roads

Ms. O'Brien is an excellent attorney went for a custody battle for my daughter and won 3 times.. She is passionate about her work and she believes in getting through job done the write way by any means necessary "legally" if I may add.. I will continue to use her from now on out for any legal matter

Crystina O'Brien

Replied last July 19, 2016

I truly appreciate being hired by you to help you fight for your child. Thank you for the review.

Posted by anonymous | December 21, 2015

Restoration of Rights

I recently called Ms. O’Brien concerning a long-ago Court Martial. I had long been convinced that dealing with the restoration of rights — my right to vote and possess a firearm — would be long, difficult and expensive. Much of that impression came from reviewing law-based opinions on the Internet. M...s. O’Brien methodically talked me through the reverent laws, revealing that, based on Federal and Virginia laws, I was already eligible to vote and possess a firearm. She also pointed out the errors of many Internet Barracks Lawyers, including those who have law degrees. If you are looking for a lawyer, look no further. Contact Ms. O’Brien. She is a straight-talker, clear thinker and is extremely patience in explaining the law. If I ever need a lawyer again, it will be Ms. O’Brien. Retired Military

Posted by anonymous | April 07, 2015

Amazing Attorney

I had been involved with a case in which I was indicted facing 5 to 25 years for a crime I did not commit. I was from out of town and never was in trouble in my life with the law. I had to continue to travel back and forth to VA to show up for court dates. I had an attorney prior to her but I was rec...ommended to utilize her talents for my case. Her expertise in criminal law is impeccable. She is very detailed and very compassionate about her clients. Nevertheless, through the whole ordeal I came out with my case being dismissed and not having to be there for the dismissal, also my case was expunged. Her prices are affordable and she really works with you to get the best results. I’m grateful for her services and if anyone has any criminal issues in the VA area, I recommend you reach out to her.

Posted by anonymous | November 21, 2014

Compassionate and Skillful Attorney

Ms. O'Brien represented me for a complicated custody hearing. I originally hired an attorney who was not responsive to my questions or getting to know my case. I released my prior attorney and chose Ms. O'Brien after reading reviews on Avvo. Although the case was complicated and in midstream, Ms.... O'Brien agreed to represent me. She was immediately available to meet with me and our 2 hour appointment lasted at least 3.5 hours. Ms. O'Brien took the time to get to know my case, responded promptly to all emails, demonstrated compassion and was well versed on family law. I immediately felt at ease with Ms. O'Brien and believe that she provides excellent advocacy and representation. I could not have asked for a better attorney and the outcome of the case was favorable.

Posted by Brooks | August 05, 2014

Amazing Attorney for Military Matters

Over the course of the last year and I half I have been going through a rough time in the Army. I was wrongfully accused of some things, the former unit command treated me like dirt and wouldn't afford me due process, the Army TDS was Counsel was ineffective, at the end of the day I day I thought my ...career was over. I decided to get on-line to find a civilian attorney. The Hampton Roads has numerous attorneys that deal with Navy and Air Force Law due to this area's saturation of such, but not many that deal with Army Law for servicemembers like myself. When Crystina met with me and took my case she jumped in feet first and assured me from the beginning that I would be o.k.. SHE DID NOT LIE! Mrs. O'brien fiercely engaged my command and was able to dissect with expert precision the erroneous documents my unit was forcing on me and placing in my records, she tirelessly researched all aspects of the case, wrote amazing and well versed appeals and rebuttals on my behalf, and really, really, really took the fight to my unit and was able to prove my innocence to a culminating seperation board in the end. I am so thankful to have someone on my side who doesn't back down and exhausts any means and long hours to help. I recommend her to anyone who need a great attorney, especially military servicemembers, she is a veteran and her military experice is invaluable. Crystina is a good hearted and caring person to work with, but when it is time to fight for you she is an absolute bulldog and that is what you need most!

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