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.

I chose Crystina as my attorney because of her military background and figured we would share common ground as I was retired Navy. I was right, she was exactly what I wanted/needed. Not only is she aggressive in her style but extremely intelligent in court. Nothing, and I mean nothing slips by or goe...s unnoticed by her. She knew from the beginning that my case was a challenge and she rose to the occasion and her performance was flawless. Crystina makes herself very available to her clients. She will return every phone call and email. She will keep you in the loop as your case progresses through the system. Crystina does not shy away from litigation and will not pressure you to take the plea deal. She loves a challenge and in my case, exceeded all expectations. I cannot say enough of how pleased I was with her performance as my attorney. Her firm is still small enough to where you are not just a client with a checkbook but a person who needs help.

Crystina has time and time again proven to be a an exceptional attorney with outstanding results. While in the military she represented soldiers onbehalf of the command presenting outstanding case preparation with high success ratios. I would chose her time and again to defend a soldier or civilian... in a criminal law situation. She has also proven to be an expert in administrative law and always provided me with expert information allowing me, as a military commander to make the appropriate legal decision. I can't think of another attorney that I would select to represent a client in need of criminal defense or advice. She served not only as a United States military attorney providing clear, concise case advice and action to commanders in combat units, but continues to defend expertly in a civilian community. This is the attorney you need to represent your case or provide advice.

Outstanding attorney. Expert in legal field; I had no questions, she covered and resolved all aspects of my case. Her past experience as public defender and a JAG was invaluable. Phenomenal communicator, gets point across eloquently and succinctly; easy to understand. Courageous, unwilling and una...ble to be intimidated.

I hired Ms.O’brien the day after being arrested for a misdemeanor (possession of marijuana). Previously I’ve experienced lawyers taking your $$ and treating your case as if your another number. I must say I had my doubts in the beginning ... BUT THE WAY MS.O’BRIEN HANDLED MY CASE UPON STEPPING IN TH...E COURT ROOM!!!! AMAZING!!! FLAWLESS VICTORY!! She was very knowledgeable of the laws surrounding police investigations and able to poke holes in the “true” statements given by the police. As I stood next to her spouting objections and challenging their testimonies I felt secure in my decision to hire. She was very confident and able to approach and present my case in so many ways that if they weren’t dropping the charges on lack of probable cause (as they did) they would have been forced to drop due to technicalities on their part. I am very happy with the results and would hire again.