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    Andrew Michael Stewart

    Andrew Michael Stewart

    4.720 reviews
    Virginia Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 22 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Federal Crime, DUI & DWI and more
    Bio: Andrew M. Stewart is the Managing Partner and co-founder of Sloane Stewart, PLLC, where he maintains a dedicated focus on the complex field of criminal defense. With a career spanning nearly two decades, Mr. Stewart represents individuals facing s...
    Rating:  10
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    Raphael Ellis Ferris

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    Raphael Ellis Ferris

    4.911 reviews
    Virginia Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 43 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Wrongful Death and more
    Bio: A former prosecutor, Ray Ferris is a trial attorney experienced in both the civil and criminal courts and is listed as one of the “Best Lawyers in America” and has been listed on the "Super Lawyers" list for 10 years running. His practice concentr...
    Rating:  8.3
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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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    Adam Michael Carroll

    Adam Michael Carroll

    5.020 reviews
    Virginia Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 21 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Litigation, DUI & DWI
    Bio: I have been practicing in the Hampton Roads area for my entire career. Originally, I was a prosecutor, but transitioned to private practice and now I represent a variety of clients finding themselves involved in the legal system. In crimimal court...
    Rating:  8.6
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    Scott Christopher Nolan

    Scott Christopher Nolan

    4.719 reviews
    Virginia Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 25 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Speeding & Traffic Ticket
    Bio: I have the knowledge, experience and steady determination to help you in your most difficult time. Whether you're charged in local, state or Federal courts, you need an attorney who is dedicated to preserving your rights and protecting your future...
    Rating:  9.9
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    William Joseph Owen

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    William Joseph Owen

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    Virginia Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 49 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Litigation, Personal Injury and more
    Rating:  10
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    Artisha Todd Gregg

    Artisha Todd Gregg

    5.06 reviews
    Virginia Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 21 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Divorce & Separation and more
    Bio: I have been practicing law for 21 years. I started my career as a public defender. I then served as a prosecutor for over 11 years. I served as a prosecutor in Hampton, Newport News, and Portsmouth. I have tried every type of criminal case from tr...
    Rating:  8.3
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    Stephanie Allette Pease

    Stephanie Allette Pease

    5.09 reviews
    Virginia Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 25 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Divorce & Separation, Child Custody and more
    Bio: I am experienced in the areas of criminal defense; trafffic; DUI; domestic relations; and other misc. civil matters.
    Rating:  8.1
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    Sean David O'Malie

    Sean David O'Malie

    4.99 reviews
    Virginia Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 38 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Personal Injury, Wrongful Death and more
    Bio: Mr. O'Malie was born in Mexico City, Mexico, D.F. in 1961 and speaks English and Spanish. He received his Bachelor of Science Degree from Old Dominion University in 1983, and his Juris Doctor Degree from George Mason University School of Law in 19...
    Rating:  9.5
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    Andrew Anthony Protogyrou

    Andrew Anthony Protogyrou

    4.04 reviews
    Virginia Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 38 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Federal Crime, Drug Crime and more
    Bio: Attorney Andrew Protogyrou obtained his B.A. from the Virginia Military Institute and earned his J.D. from the University of Richmond.Mr. Protogyrou has handled hundreds of jury trials in State and Federal Courts throughout Virginia. He has argued...
    Rating:  10
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    David Benjamin Smith

    David Benjamin Smith

    5.04 reviews
    Virginia Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 48 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, White Collar Crime, Appeals
    Bio: For eight years prior to entering private practice in 1986, Mr. Smith was a prosecutor at the U.S. Department of Justice, where he served as an Assistant U.S. Attorney in Alexandria, Virginia and a Trial Attorney in Criminal Division’s Appellate a...
    Rating:  10
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    Kevin Leigh Leahy

    Kevin Leigh Leahy

    5.04 reviews
    Virginia Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 20 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Debt Collection
    Review: "Attorney Leahy is a consummate professional who genuinely cares about his clients, He took the time to explained my options and how to go about getting out of the situation I found my self in with the law, and he was able to clear me of all my cha..."
    Rating:  8.7
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    Lana Manitta

    Lana Manitta

    5.04 reviews
    Virginia Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 27 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Federal Crime, Litigation
    Bio: Lana Manitta has over 25 years' experience successfully representing clients facing Federal, White Collar, and serious state-level criminal charges throughout Northern Virginia and the District of Columbia. Whether a potential criminal case can be...
    Rating:  10
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    James Donald Garrett

    James Donald Garrett

    3.815 reviews
    Virginia Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 20 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Divorce & Separation, Child Custody
    Bio: Attorney James Garrett is the founder and lead attorney at Garrett Law Group, PLC in Virginia Beach. He began in private practice immediately upon graduating law school and being admitted to practice in his home state of Virginia in 2005. The firm...
    Rating:  8.8
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    Robert C. Whitestone

    Robert C. Whitestone

    5.01 review
    Virginia Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 58 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Personal Injury
    Bio: For more than 40 years Bob Whitestone has focused his practice on criminal defense, giving clients peace of mind with representation that achieves the best possible outcomes for their situations. Believing that preparation is critically important ...
    Rating:  9.8
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    Lorrie Ann Sinclair

    Lorrie Ann Sinclair

    4.821 reviews
    Virginia Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 29 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Juvenile and more
    Bio: As a child of immigrants, I understand the value of hard work, commitment and dedication, and I utilize those values daily. I dedicated to my family, actively involved in my community, and blessed to be able to use my education, training and exper...
    Rating:  8.7
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    Jamison Page Rasberry

    Jamison Page Rasberry

    5.08 reviews
    Virginia Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 17 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Personal Injury, Expungement and more
    Review: "Mr.Rasberry represented our son in a complex case. He is approachable,answered questions,explained things from start to finish, a straight shooter. He has a mannerism that put us at ease in a stressful situation. He is direct, firm when appropriat..."
    Rating:  8.3
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    Matthew C Wooten

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    Matthew C Wooten

    4.25 reviews
    Virginia Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 10 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Speeding & Traffic Ticket, Personal Injury and more
    Review: "Working with Attorney Wooten has been an incredibly positive experience. From the beginning, Atty. Wooten paid close attention to detail, made me feel heard, respected, and supported. He took the time to truly listen, explain things in a way that ..."
    Rating:  7.9
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    Robert Ian Bruce

    Robert Ian Bruce

    5.05 reviews
    Virginia Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 19 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Immigration, DUI & DWI
    Bio: When you want freedom and opportunity, the Liberty Legal team is by your side every step of the way. Robert Bruce founded Liberty Legal, LC after over 20 years of experience in human rights, economic development, and public defense. For the last d...
    Rating:  8.7
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    Ryan Matthew Probasco

    Ryan Matthew Probasco

    5.041 reviews
    Virginia Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 12 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Personal Injury, Contracts & Agreements
    Review: "Ryan defines professionalism, combining years of legal experience with a perspicacious mind. I'd highly recommend Ryan as his temperate and measured approach will keep you balanced and focused during lawsuits and disputes."
    Rating:  8.6
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    David Wayne Deane

    David Wayne Deane

    5.015 reviews
    Virginia Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 28 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Speeding & Traffic Ticket and more
    Bio: David Deane has over 18 years of experience handling criminal and traffic cases. As a young prosecutor in Fairfax County, David handled hundreds, if not, thousands of criminal cases. Those cases ranged from low level traffic citations to high leve...
    Rating:  9.2
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