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Dist. of Columbia Has 1521 Criminal Defense Attorneys with 6801 Reviews

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Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 16 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Family

Bio: Jon is an experienced litigator licensed in Virginia and Washington, DC. Jon’s success as an attorney comes from his experience and his dedication to efficiently and cost-effectively achieve the best possible outcome for his clients. Jon works clo...

Rating: 7.4

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Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 48 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Federal Crime and more

Bio: Douglas Wood has been defending people in criminal cases for nearly 35 years. After being admitted to practice law in 1977, he joined the elite ranks of the District of Columbia Public Defender Service as a trial attorney. From 1977 to 1984, he ha...

Rating: 9.2

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Criminal Defense

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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Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 17 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Divorce & Separation, DUI & DWI and more

Bio: Justin Daniel was selected by the senior partners of Whitestone, Brent, Young Merril, P.C. to join the firm in 2008. In four years he has become the firms most senior level associate. He focuses his practice on criminal and traffic matters; family...

Rating: 9.2

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Dist. of Columbia Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 47 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense

Review: "I hired Mr. Kawior to handle my divorce. This was an emotional and confusing time for me. With Mr. Kawior, I felt safe, and I felt that my children were in good hands. Mr. Kawior thank you for all you did for me and my children. "

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Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 19 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Family, Personal Injury

Review: "Stephanie Cooper helped me with my family law case. What a pleasant experience. She made everything as stress free for me as she could. Stephanie is always on top of her clientele and treats each person as if they where her only client. She is ver..."

Rating: 6.7

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Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 34 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, White Collar Crime

Review: "Where do I start? When I first got charged, my plan was to hire a lawyer that personally knows the judges and prosecutors. I hired Howard right off the bat due to his reputable background on criminal and traffic cases. My experience with Howard wa..."

Rating: 6.8

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Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 17 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, DUI and DWI

Review: "I retained Mr. Peretti to handle a matter for my son and from beginning to end he had my mind at ease. If ever I had a question he was there to answer immediately either via email or telephone. He was very knowledgeable regarding the matter and ..."

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Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 29 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Personal Injury, Education

Bio: I pride myself in providing personal attention to every case no matter how serious the injury or issue. From personal injury cases, to criminal defense and special education matters, I will push any case to the finish line.

Rating: 7.2

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Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 47 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, White Collar Crime, Litigation

Review: "Nina Ginsberg is an exceptional attorney in that she is well-versed in the law, very creative and someone who will really fight for her clients no matter what -- her tenacity, intellect and fearlessness together with her legal sophistication means..."

Rating: 6.8

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Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 28 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Violent Crime, Juvenile and more

Review: "Mandy from the beginning knows her stuff. Ms. Petrocelli is very knowledgeable, down to the judges and prosecutor's. Mandy really wants the best for you. Listen we all make mistakes and this is the lawyer you need, when that one poor mistake shoul..."

Rating: 7.8

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Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 21 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI

Review: "Bridget Elis is highly professional. She updated me on all pertinent legal issues and was always on time during hearings. She spends valuable time to research cases related to mine and that was very helpful in her defense."

Rating: 6.6

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Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 22 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Domestic Violence, Juvenile and more

Bio: I am an avid golfer and basketball player. I enjoy coaching and mentoring kids and helping people in general. Star Wars, super-hero shows, and post-apocalyptic shows and movies are my thing (Walking Dead!) Practicing law is a great honor.

Rating: 6.8

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Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 20 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense

Review: "Very prepared awesome litigator and a closing argument that will make Mike Tyson scared. Will hire again. "

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Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 33 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Litigation, Business

Bio: Attorney Huh is a general practice attorney in the Northern Virginia area focusing on Civil Litigation and Criminal Defense. He has successfully represented hundreds of clients in both criminal and civil courts in Fairfax County and the surroundin...

Rating: 7.4

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Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 31 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Chapter 7 Bankruptcy, Speeding & Traffic Ticket and more

Review: "I was successfully represented by this Attorney eight years ago. I recently had a reason to reach out to him for some advice and he was very kind and helpful."

Rating: 9.2

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Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 39 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Violent Crime

Bio: I am a sole practioner in Northern Virginia. I graduated from Herndon High School, attended the University of Virginia where I double majored in History and Foreign Affairs. I worked for three years as a Deputy Trial Clerk at the United States Tax...

Rating: 7.2

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Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 31 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Personal Injury, Litigation and more

Bio: Call for your free and confidential consultation for criminal & DWI defense.

Rating: 6.6

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Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 40 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Personal Injury, Family and more

Bio: I am licensed to practice in all Courts in MD, DC and VA and have been a practicing attorney for approximately 39 years. (I am also a member of the United States Supreme Court bar). My rates are reasonable and I am a seasoned attorney. I am a 1981...

Rating: 6.8

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Dist. of Columbia Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 54 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Wrongful Death, Personal Injury and more

Bio: David E. Sher 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: 9.6

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Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 37 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Personal Injury, Family and more

Bio: David Pasti has been practicing law since 1989, with a focus on criminal defense, family law, juvenile defense, personal injury, and civil litigation. David has distinguished himself as a skilled negotiator, and in 1998, combined his legal skills ...

Rating: 6.6

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