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Brian Daniel Geno

4.8
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 37 years

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Licenses

Licensed in Virginia for 37 years

State: Virginia

Acquired: 1989

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Licensed in District of Columbia for 37 years

State: District of Columbia

Acquired: 1988

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Brian Daniel Geno's Reviews

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4.9 /5.0

33 Client Reviews

Showing 1 - 5 of 12 reviews | Advocacy

Posted by DAVIN | July 28, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

A great lawyer,worth keeping his card around

I carried his card around for years and when I faced criminal charges he was the first person I called and hired. He had a great strategy to face the situation head on. I always felt confident in Brian's ability in handling every aspect of this case. He won the case and I got my life back.

Posted by David | May 25, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Speeding & Traffic Ticket

Saved My Bacon

I was traveling through Culpeper, VA, to a very important appointment with a pain specialist in Washington, DC. In order to avoid the brutal DC traffic, I began my 6 hour drive at 11:00pm. Unfortunately, I became very fatigued and had to stop and rest for safety's sake. I underestimated my fatigue a...nd overslept, which made it very nearly impossible to make my scheduled appointment time. I called the office and told them my circumstances, but their calendar was full and if I missed my time I'd have to reschedule. The real panic started now because it took me over 6 weeks to get the first appointment! So, being in constant, severe pain, and without any other options, I had to try to get there on time. Of course, you know what happened next. A VA State Trooper clocked me at 86mph in a 65mph zone. While this upset me, I didn't realize just how much trouble this citation carried. I thought that a misdemeanor, which exceeding the speed limit by that margin carried, was nothing at all, and I planned to represent myself in court. I was never a rocket scientist for good reason, but we can save that story for another day. It wasn't until one week prior to trial that I began researching things, and I discovered enough to convince me that in order to represent myself, I'd have to hire a fool! Fast forward a day to me hiring Brian, who had sent me a solicitation letter in the prior weeks. I was impressed enough with his approach to remember him out of a plethora of others also wanting to represent me. In our first conversation, Brian and I just clicked. He was attentive, inquisitive, and very well versed with not only the legalities of my case, but was also very familiar with the prosecutor's staff where my case would be tried. In that same conversation, Brian finally drilled into my head just how serious the misdemeanor charge was, and he outlined a strategy that he thought gave us the best shot at getting that charge reduced to avoid a permanent stain on my record. Long story a wee bit shorter... It worked. The misdemeanor was dropped, I paid a fine for speeding and I felt that I was treated fairly. Had it not been for Brian, I dread to think what would have happened. So I won't. Thanks, Brian.

Posted by anonymous | May 09, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Amazing attorney

He is awesome very responsible very friendly and he has a lot experience we are very happy with his service definitely we recommend him to anyone interested in great service our case was for battery assault he find the way to convence the judge to dismiss the case thanks Mr Gino!!

Posted by Bill | January 10, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Victim of Road Rage & Assault

Brian was excellent to work with and was thankfully a reputable referral from the USCCA. For a fixed fee to represent us on the charges we filed, he was aggressive and engaged and resolved the matter completely to our satisfaction. Highly recommend!! Thank you Brian.

Brian Geno

Replied last January 10, 2017

You are welcome. Glad to help.

Posted by Thomas | December 07, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Speeding & Traffic Ticket

reckless driving

Mr Geno defended my case and was successfully able to get the reckless dropped down to a minor speeding charge. Mr Geno is a highly respectable lawyer and a man of integrity. I would highly recommend Mr Geno to anyone facing any kind of traffic violation.

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Brian Daniel Geno's Lawyer Endorsements

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Kerry Lockhart

Criminal defense lawyer | Dec 06

Relationship: Friend

"I endorse this lawyer's work. Brian and I became friends about a year and a half ago. Brian has been a litigation attorney in Virginia for more than 20 years. He primary practice is in criminal defense, though he also practices in the area of immigration (20%) and IRS tax problems (15%). I quickly came to know Brian as an exceptionally competent practitioner, who possesses genuine concern for his clients. If you find yourself in need of counsel in the above areas, I wholeheartedly endorse Brian as the man for the job."

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Anthony Nicewicz

Criminal defense lawyer | Dec 02

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer's work. I have known Brian for many years. Brian is a hard working, aggressive attorney who always fights to ensure his clients get the best result possible. Brian will leave no stone unturned in representing his clients best interests."

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Somair Alam

Immigration lawyer | Feb 11

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I'm pleased to endorse Brian. He is a top-notch immigration lawyer and a zealous advocate for his clients. A highly recommended attorney."

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Andaleeb Geloo

Criminal defense lawyer | Nov 06

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have known Brian Geno for many years and have had the pleasure of observing him practice law in Fairfax County and the surrounding jurisdictions. Brian is one of the finest lawyers in our community. He is always prepared and ready to meet challenges that some attorneys would walk away from. Brian is also one of the nicest people I know....it is rare to meet an attorney who is aggressive, smart and caring at the same time. His respect among the legal community is well deserved and I am proud to call him a colleague. I give Brian my highest recommendation."

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Paul Mickelsen

Criminal defense lawyer | Jun 26

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Brian is a fighter in court. We is very well liked in the halls of the Courthouse and his skills and experience translate into good results for his clients."

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Orval Hallam

General practice lawyer | Mar 22

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Brian is a fine lawyer in this community, who has always displayed professionalism and conscientiousness."

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Hovanes Margarian

Unknown lawyer | Nov 09

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Jeremy Letnick

Criminal defense lawyer | Jul 25

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Brian is very well respected and I have seen him take cases to trial with very favorable results. Highly recommended."

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Jeffrey Romanick

Immigration lawyer | Mar 19

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Garrett Green

Immigration lawyer | Jul 02

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Plenty of lawyers hold themselves out as experts on immigration, but few can back up the boasts. Brian's clients go to him for solid legal advice and a friendly, professional demeanor. I know i can trust Brian to do a great job for anyone I send his way."

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Dontae Bugg

Tax lawyer | Apr 21

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Luke Nichols

Criminal defense lawyer | Nov 15

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Brian, is a great person and a great lawyer. exactly the kind of person you can trust in those most difficult times in your life."

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Alexander Gordon

Tax lawyer | May 22

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Brian Geno is recognized in Fairfax County as "the person to go to" if you are having difficulties with the IRS due to late or delayed filings or excessive penalties. His excellent research, preparation, and advocacy serves his clients very well."

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Jill Hutchens

Criminal defense lawyer | Mar 23

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Brian Geno always comes to court prepared to fight for his clients. He is a skilled and conscientious attorney and takes time to explain the sometimes overwhelming legal process to his clients. I fully endorse his work."

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Gretchen Pousson

Criminal defense lawyer | Jan 19

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Mr. Geno is a compassionate and knowledgeable attorney who works hard for his clients. Because he also practices immigration law, he is a great choice for people who have potential immigration issues connected with their criminal case."

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Kyle Manikas

Criminal defense lawyer | Dec 09

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer's work. I have known Brian Geno for a number of years. I handled a number of cases against Brian when I was a prosecutor and always found him to be a hard working and aggressive attorney who had a genuine concern for his clients."

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Todd Sanders

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Garrett Green

Criminal defense lawyer

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Luke Nichols

Criminal defense lawyer

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Jill Hutchens

Criminal defense lawyer

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Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2020

Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers

2019

Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2019

Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers

2019

Critical Response Team - Defense Counsel, US Concealed Carry Association

2009

Virginia High School Mock Trial Champion 2009 - Coach, Virginia High School Mock Trial Association

Associations

2016 - Present

Fairfax Bar Association

Member

2010 - Present

United States Bankruptcy Court, Eastern District of Virginia

Admitted Attorney

2004 - Present

United States Tax Court

Admitted Attorney

1991 - Present

United States District Court for the Eastern District of Virginia

Admitted Attorney

1990 - Present

United States District Court for the District of Columbia

Admitted Attorney

1990 - Present

Supreme Court of Virginia

Admitted Attorney

1988 - Present

District of Columbia Court of Appeals

Admitted Attorney

1987 - Present

Virginia State Bar

Admitted

1987 - Present

District of Columbia Bar

Admitted

2005 - 2009

American Society of Tax Problem Solvers

Member

2002 - 2009

American Society of IRS Problem Solvers (ASIPS)

Member

1990 - 1994

Trial Lawyers of America

Member

Speaking Engagements

2010

VAG - DCSE Annual CLE Training Seminar

Immigration Considerations for Child Support Cases

2009

Annual DWI CLE

Select Immigration Matters Effecting Bond, and Detention as They Relate to DWI and Criminal Practice

2008

Fairfax Bar DWI Seminar 2008

Immigration Consequences of Criminal Process

Publications

2009

Fairfax Bar Association Select Immigration Matters Effecting Bond, and Detention as They Relate to DWI and Criminal Practice

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