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Posted by anonymous | March 05, 2017 | Hired Attorney

Difficult to communicate with- not a good outcome for me in court

I hired Mary based on all the excellent reviews. However, in retrospect I don't think that there was much value for the 3,000 dollar retainer. I found communication with her difficult.

Posted by anonymous | February 15, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Amazing experience...definitely recommend!

I received a wreckless driving ticket in 2016. It was the first one I had ever received. It was late at night and I had been coming home from a late shift. The officer had video of me swerving while driving. Additionally, at the time my record was bad from 3 tickets racked up with 2015 (I guess every...thing comes in 3's). Mary did a great job of calming my nerves down as I was not sure if I was going to get a suspended license or jail time, which troubled me. Mary did everything thing she could and advised me very well throughout. I am very grateful to her. After everything, I got the ticket reduced to speeding rather than a wreckless, which considering everything was a great outcome. I definitely recommend Mary to anyone needing a criminal defense attorney for traffic or otherwise. She is patient, reasonable, rational, and responsive. There are times when she i busy and you may need to connect with her more than once, but she will definitely get back to you. I referred my sister to her and she helped her as well! You will not go wrong by choosing Mary as your attorney!

Posted by Valerie | February 12, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Speeding & Traffic Ticket

Amazing, Sharp Attorney

Ms. Nerino represented me in a case regarding reckless driving. I learned of this firm from local friend, as I reside out of State. Ms. Nerino handled my case and got the ticket thrown out and the case was dismissed. She was very hands on and remained in contact with me throughout the entire c...ase and she even gave me her cell phone number. I was very pleased with her.

Posted by anonymous | February 10, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Drug Crime

Mary Nerino - great attorney!

I was charged with possession of marijuana in December of 2016. I hired Ms. Mary Nerino as my attorney, and couldn't have been more satisfied with the outcome! She gave me advice and suggestions to complete prior to my court date, and as a result, was able to get my case dropped! I would highly recom...mend her to anyone. This was my first charge, and Ms. Nerino was able to take care of me. I couldn't have asked for a better attorney!

Posted by Jeff | February 07, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Speeding & Traffic Ticket

Reduced Misdemeanor Reckless Driving to Lesser Charge

I was pulled over for speeding at a spot where the speed limit had just dropped, putting me at a speed above the limit where I could be (and was) charged with reckless driving. I was planning to represent myself in court and hope for a lesser charge, but then heard that in Fairfax County the prosecut...or won’t work with you without representation and that the judge won’t (or can’t) reduce the charge during trial. So about two weeks before my court date I hired Mary Nerino of Price Benowitz to represent me, and was glad that I did. Before the court date, Mary talked me through what I could expect. And it all went as she said that it would. I signed a Waiver of Appearance so that she could represent me on the day without me being present. The morning of the court date is when the prosecutor and judge are assigned and is the first opportunity for the defense attorney to speak to the officer, view the evidence, and speak to the assigned prosecutor about a possible reduction of the charge. At that point, Mary called me to present options. She got me a reduced charge (failure to obey a traffic sign) with a lesser fine and points, but she said she could also request a continuance and we could try again for a no point charge. I chose to take the deal. Mary was professional and responsive throughout the whole process. She listened to what I had to say, answered my questions, provided me with expert legal advice, and ultimately got me the result I wanted. I recommend her highly.

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