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    Joel Stephen Jackson

    Joel Stephen Jackson

    4.9105 reviews
    Virginia Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 21 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Speeding & Traffic Ticket, DUI & DWI and more
    Review: "Mr. Jackson helped me coordinate a good defense strategy and avoid severe charges for a petty offense. Paid the deposit and he handled everything with the prosecutor."
    Rating:  7.6
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    Jason Vaughan Wolfrey

    Jason Vaughan Wolfrey

    4.738 reviews
    Virginia Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 17 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Speeding & Traffic Ticket
    Bio: A results based approach to resolving Traffic, DUI and Criminal charges. Call
    Rating:  7.9
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    Criminal defense lawyers represent clients at every stage of a criminal case: investigation, arrest, arraignment, plea bargaining, trial, and appeal. They assess evidence, protect constitutional rights, negotiate reduced charges or sentences, cross-examine witnesses, raise defenses, file motions, and advocate to minimize penalties or obtain acquittals.

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    Elliott Bruce Bender

    Elliott Bruce Bender

    5.03 reviews
    Virginia Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 30 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Personal Injury and more
    Review: "I highly recommend Bender Elliot; when I first contacted Mr. Elliot he listened to my entire situation and offered advice before any mention of a payment. My case was affected by both Covid and a change in the laws surrounding my case between cour..."
    Rating:  8.3
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    Joshua Michael Parrett

    Joshua Michael Parrett

    4.84 reviews
    Virginia Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 18 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Family
    Bio: As an attorney, I focus on obtaining the best results for my clients, whether through trial, negotiation or settlement. I strive to be a trustworthy advocate for my clients, in and out of court. With a primary focus on criminal defense law, I have...
    Rating:  8.9
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    Mark D Cummings

    Mark D Cummings

    5.01 review
    Virginia Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 47 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Personal Injury, White Collar Crime and more
    Bio: Mark Cummings practices in the following areas of law: Criminal Defense (includes felonies, sex crimes, possession of controlled substance, assault and battery, and serious traffic matters including hit-and-run, DUI/DWI, and accident related offen...
    Rating:  10
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    Tiffany Noel Edmonds Sullivan

    Tiffany Noel Edmonds Sullivan

    4.339 reviews
    Virginia Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 18 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Family, Juvenile
    Bio: Prior to becoming an attorney I worked for over 15 years as a Mental Health Therapist counseling youths and their families. I have an affinity for children and believe they have a voice that deserves to be heard. Navigating the legal system can be...
    Rating:  10
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    Sebastian Marks Norton

    Sebastian Marks Norton

    4.98 reviews
    Virginia Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 14 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Speeding & Traffic Ticket, DUI & DWI and more
    Bio: Sebastian M. Norton, Esq. is an accomplished and reputed Virginia and D.C. attorney specializing in estate planning as well as criminal, traffic and juvenile representation. Sebastian has provided countless Virginia and D.C. clients with necessary...
    Rating:  9.7
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    Noel Brooks

    Noel Brooks

    5.04 reviews
    Virginia Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 23 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Personal Injury
    Bio: "Experienced trial lawyer representing clients in personal injury, criminal, and traffic matters. Call"
    Rating:  8.7
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    Robert Leigh Canard

    Robert Leigh Canard

    5.012 reviews
    Virginia Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 12 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Speeding & Traffic Ticket
    Bio: Being charged with a criminal offense, however serious, can be one of the most stressful experiences in a person’s life. Aside from the obvious potential for incarceration and fines, a criminal conviction can have ripple effects in a person’s life...
    Rating:  8.3
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    Michael Christopher May

    Michael Christopher May

    5.07 reviews
    Virginia Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 21 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Family, Litigation and more
    Review: "Mike May assisted with a minor legal matter in a very professional and expeditious manner. We discussed what was needed and he represented us in court, resulting in a better than expected outcome. I would recommend Mike May to my family and friends."
    Rating:  8.6
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    Taejin Christina Pendleton

    Taejin Christina Pendleton

    5.0130 reviews
    Virginia Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 16 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Personal Injury, Speeding & Traffic Ticket and more
    Bio: Christina is recognized as a leader in her field by publications such as US News & World Report because of her extensive knowledge of traffic law and most recently was selected to the short list of Super Lawyers Rising Stars, an reserved for less ...
    Rating:  9.6
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    Karen Ousley Boyer

    Karen Ousley Boyer

    5.013 reviews
    Virginia Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 26 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense
    Review: "I'm an attorney in Georgia, so when my college-aged son received a (super-speeder, as we call it in Georgia) speeding ticket coming back from visiting a friend at V.T., I did some research and felt like Ms. Boyer would be the right fit to represen..."
    Rating:  8.0
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    Glen Franklin Koontz

    Glen Franklin Koontz

    5.01 review
    Virginia Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 38 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Litigation
    Review: "Glen Franklin Koontz saved me! I made a terrible mistake and was facing a life-changing sentence. Mr. Koontz counseled me, ably represented me, and got justice for me. I am able to continue working and supporting my family as a result of his tenac..."
    Rating:  8.8
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    Shayan Noor

    Shayan Noor

    4.826 reviews
    Virginia Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 10 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Speeding & Traffic Ticket and more
    Bio: Shayan obtained his Juris Doctor from The Pennsylvania State University Law School in 2015 where he received a CALI Excellence for the Future Award. Always focused on helping people, he began his career in criminal prosecution before quickly decid...
    Rating:  8.9
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    Charles Vanevera Hardenbergh

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    Charles Vanevera Hardenbergh

    4.523 reviews
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    Virginia Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 29 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI
    Review: "I cannot thank Mr. Charles V. Hardenbergh, Esq. and Ms. Madison Fajnae enough for all the work they put into my case regarding a DWI charge. From the initial consultation all the way to the dismissal of the charge, Mr. Hardenbergh was professional..."
    Rating:  9.1
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    James Allen Steele

    James Allen Steele

    5.023 reviews
    Virginia Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 18 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Landlord & Tenant, General Practice and more
    Bio: Whether writing a will, guiding a client through a probate estate, reviewing a contract, or advising a landlord on best practices, Mr. Steele is committed to developing efficient processes that reduce complex legal issues into manageable pieces.
    Rating:  10
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    Alfred Frank Arquilla

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    Alfred Frank Arquilla

    5.031 reviews
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    Virginia Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 55 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Family, Estate Planning and more
    Bio: Following completion of law school, attorney Fred Arquilla served in the Cook County State’s Attorney’s Office as an Assistant State’s Attorney, representing the State of Illinois in pretrial proceedings in felony cases before the Chief Judge of t...
    Rating:  8.5
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    Matthew Kreitzer

    Matthew Kreitzer

    5.012 reviews
    Virginia Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 11 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Divorce & Separation, Bankruptcy & Debt and more
    Bio: Hi, I'm Matthew. I approach the practice of law with a focus on helping my clients understand an often complicated legal system. Working collaboratively allows me to anticipate my clients' needs, while also aiding my clients by providing them an i...
    Rating:  10
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    Sean Seungho Jung

    Sean Seungho Jung

    5.07 reviews
    Virginia Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 21 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, General Practice, Immigration
    Review: "I am non-violent convicted felon. I have never met a more dedicated court appointed lawyer. He researched and repreesented me without prejudice. Mr. Jung had me fascinated with his knowledge of the law and the way he applied it to my case. I was i..."
    Rating:  8.4
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    Andrew B. C. Wood

    Andrew B. C. Wood

    5.04 reviews
    Virginia Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 15 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Personal Injury, General Practice and more
    Bio: Andrew Beynton Carlson Wood was born and raised in Richmond, while also spending considerable time in Northumberland County in Virginia’s Northern Neck, where his mother was born and raised. Andrew grew up in a household of practicing lawyers. His...
    Rating:  8.4
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