Aaron Michael Vandenbrook

Aaron Michael Vandenbrook

5.0
Rating: 7.7

Licensed for 11 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Dillwyn, VA
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Violent Crime, Domestic Violence ... +3 more

16464 N. James Madison Hwy., Dillwyn, VA

About Aaron

Biography

Practice Areas

6

Practice Areas

Criminal Defense 35%

I've handled murders, malicious woundings, auto-thefts, drug distribution charges, DUIs, robberies, firearms charges, sex offender registration violations, and many others.

11 years | 2,500 cases

35%
Domestic Violence 20%

I've handled many charges for violation of protective orders, domestic assaults, strangulations, trespassing, destruction of property, and other charges related to domestic problems.

11 years | 500 cases

20%
Violent Crime 20%

I've handled murders, robberies, rapes, aggravated malicious woundings, all kinds of assaults including mob assaults, charges for firing into occupied dwellings and occupied vehicles, among others.

11 years | 500 cases

20%
DUI and DWI 15%

I've handled many DUI and DUID (DUI for drugs instead of alcohol) charges, and related charges for refusal (to take breath tests), reckless driving, eluding law enforcement, obstruction of justice, driving on a suspended license, among others.

11 years | 500 cases

15%
Appeals 5%

I handle appeals to the Court of Appeals of Virginia and to the Virginia Supreme Court in criminal cases.

8 years | 20 cases

5%
Guardianship 5%

I draft petitions for guardianships and conservatorships, generally of disabled adults, but also for juveniles that will need to remain in the care of their parents/guardians after they reach majority. I also act as guardian ad litem for others.

3 years | 6 cases

5%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 20 minutes

Retainer

Always


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Virginia for 11 years

State: Virginia

Acquired: 2014

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Reinhardt Vandenbrook, PLLC

16464 N. James Madison Hwy., Dillwyn, VA, 23936

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Aaron Michael Vandenbrook's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

7 Client Reviews

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Posted by anonymous | February 14, 2026 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Driving offense

Mr. Vandenbrook is a good lawyer he did amazing with helping me on my driving case, he responds on a timely manner with good response time! Did amazing with the agreement I wanted! I highly recommend around central VA area!

Posted by anonymous | August 4, 2025 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Best Around and that's honest

When I tell you this man is the man I tell you, he works with you gathers information as needed keeps in touch and will work for your best outcome. He helped me looking at 10 years to protect my innocence and talked with DA and Judge to the diversion program to dismiss it all together. His knowledge... is well versed, If you are in trouble for something you didn't do or need an experienced Lawyer. working with you I suggest Aaron you pay you get results

Posted by Colby | August 23, 2024 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Mr. Aaron vandenbrooV

Mr. VANDE took was excellent to work with. He was very professional. Recommend him 10/10

Posted by John | July 17, 2024 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Tremendous defense counsel

Aaron's representation was second to none. I was terrified about the possible outcome of my case, which wasn't good. I was accused of having been speeding (way more than 20 over), driving without a license, and driving on an expired license. (The prosecution never explained how I could have been driv...ing WITH an expired license and WITHOUT a license at the same time. I think the Government really believes in the theory of relativity. Anyway....) Well, Aaron worked an ABSOLUTE MIRACLE. Without lifting so much as a legal finger (unless he used one that I don't know about), he got the no-license and related charges UTTERLY dismissed, and got my speeding ALSO DISMISSED! In exchange for me taking a run-of-the-mill driving course on line and doing a bit of community service. Look...if you need a criminal defense attorney, do NOT look anywhere else. Instead, RUN, DO NOT WALK, to Aaron's firm, and HE WILL TAKE CARE OF YOU!

Posted by Jane | March 22, 2024 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Aaron Vandenbrook

Mr. Vandenbrook provides highly professional services at reasonable rates. As I neared my 70s, I began having some trouble driving. As a result, I had to appear twice in traffic court. Each time, Mr. Vandenbrook was there for me every step of the way. Also, the outcome was as he predicted, each r...esult favorable for me. I would highly recommend Aaron Vandenbrook as an excellent and honest criminal defense attorney.

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Aaron Michael Vandenbrook's Lawyer Endorsements

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Robert Maury

Criminal defense lawyer | Jun 08

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Aaron is an excellent trial attorney who knows all the ins and outs of criminal law. He's very thorough, leaves no stone unturned, and never gets caught napping. If I were charged with a criminal offense he's the first person I'd call."

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Aree Reinhardt

Criminal defense lawyer | Jun 08

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Aaron is a wonderful attorney, who brings his compassion and wealth of knowledge to every case. The care he has for his clients is shown in his strong work ethic, patience, and candor. He is a zealous advocate and professional in the courtroom."

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John Working

Criminal defense lawyer | Jul 25

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Aaron is a lawyer who does not shy away from a complex challenge. His ability critically analyze tough problems combined with a fortitude for challenging injustice make him a formidable advocate to have on your side. I would readily recommend his service to someone in need."

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David Reinhardt

Unknown lawyer | Jul 22

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Aaron is an attorney whose skill far exceeds his years in practice. His background in formal logic and philosophy gives him a unique approach to practice and only bolsters his naturally precise abilities in argument and rhetoric. I would recommend him to anyone struggling with complex criminal law matters."

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Experience

Rating:  7.7 (Very Good)

Honors

2017

Felony Certified, Virginia Indigent Defense Commission

2016

Misdemeanor Certified, Virginia Indigent Defense Commission

Work Experience

2022 - Present

Partner, Reinhardt Vandenbrook, PLLC

2016 - 2022

Assistant Public Defender II, Virginia Indigent Defense Commission

Associations

2022 - Present

Virginia Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

Member

2022 - Present

Prince Edward Bar Association

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

Jones v. Commonwealth, 70 Va. App. 397, 2019

Reversed and dismissed.

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Education

2014

University of Richmond, The T. C. Williams School

J.D. in Law

2011

Grand Valley State University

B.A. in Philosophy

Speaking Engagements

2020

Introduction to Appellate Advocacy

Appellate Advocacy

Languages

English

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