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    Virginia Has 1694 Criminal Defense Attorneys with 20343 Reviews

    Courtney Lynn Armstrong

    Courtney Lynn Armstrong

    1.73 reviews
    Virginia Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 13 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Divorce & Separation, Estate Planning and more
    Bio: Ward Armstrong has been practicing law for nearly 40 years. Now he and his daughter, Courtney Armstrong, practice together as The Armstrong Law Firm. The Armstrong Law Firm offers representation for cases of all types including criminal defense an...
    Rating:  7.8
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    Jeffrey Peter Jankovich

    Jeffrey Peter Jankovich

    5.01 review
    Virginia Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 30 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Entertainment, Litigation
    Review: "You hope fervently that you will never need a criminal lawyer because of the uncertainty and threat to a tranquil life. But when you do, how do you choose? I’ll help you because I was helped in choosing this man. I am a retired Air Force officer a..."
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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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    Christina Elise James

    Christina Elise James

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    Virginia Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 23 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Juvenile, Family and more
    Bio: A native Virginian, Christina James earned a bachelor’s degree in Political Science from Yale University in 1999. Christina returned to Virginia and graduated from the Marshall Wythe School of Law of the College of William & Mary in 2002. She has ...
    Rating:  9.4
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    Mark Wayne Claytor

    Mark Wayne Claytor

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    Virginia Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 45 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Litigation, Personal Injury
    Rating:  7.9
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    Peter Decker

    Peter Decker

    5.02 reviews
    Virginia Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 27 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Personal Injury, Car Accidents
    Bio: Peter Decker, III focuses his practice on criminal, traffic, and personal injury. He regularly practices in the General District, Juvenile and Domestic Relations, and Circuit Courts of Virginia Beach, Norfolk, Chesapeake, Portsmouth, Hampton, Suff...
    Rating:  6.8
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    Robert Dalton Dain

    Robert Dalton Dain

    5.06 reviews
    Virginia Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 48 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Divorce & Separation, Personal Injury and more
    Bio: Mr. Dain has extensive experience in State and Federal Courts throughout the State of Virginia involving business and personal litigation. He has represented both Plaintiffs and Defendants, Corporations and individuals in claims exceeding millions...
    Rating:  7.7
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    Burton James Haynes

    Burton James Haynes

    5.02 reviews
    Virginia Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 46 years
    Practice Areas:  Bankruptcy and Debt, Criminal Defense, Tax
    Review: "Due to the negligence of certain IRS employees, I was unfortunately hit with a huge penalty for Form 3520. This terrible situation haunted me for three years, leaving me filled with anxiety and helplessness. Thankfully, I found this incredible leg..."
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    Brian Carter Drummond

    Brian Carter Drummond

    1.02 reviews
    Virginia Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 37 years
    Practice Areas:  DUI and DWI, Criminal Defense, Personal Injury
    Review: "He is terrible , he is rude and condescending. He is for the police not the people do not give this man your money please go to another Law Firm see Mr. Carol or Mr. Hall. I would give a zero if I could . "
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    Daniel Michael Rouleau

    Daniel Michael Rouleau

    5.01 review
    Virginia Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 5 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Divorce & Separation, Landlord & Tenant
    Review: "Thank you for your help you were by far the best lawyer I've ever had. You know your stuff! Highly recommend!!"
    Rating:  6.4
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    James Michael Sitton

    James Michael Sitton

    4.04 reviews
    Virginia Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 20 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense
    Review: "This review is LONG overdue - He is Great. I was in the divorce from Hell - I wish he had been my first attorney rather than my third. I would have been divorced so much sooner - no nonsense & no BS !!!"
    Rating:  6.7
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    Jenna Marie Williams

    Jenna Marie Williams

    4.515 reviews
    Virginia Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 14 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Speeding & Traffic Ticket, Divorce & Separation and more
    Review: "Ms. Williams was able to work wonders for my case! She is attentive, very knowledgeable of the law in NC and VA, and easy to discuss the facts of your case with. I highly recommend her services. She was able to get my speeding ticket reduced subst..."
    Rating:  7.7
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    Jennifer Scott Degraw

    Jennifer Scott Degraw

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    Virginia Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 17 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Federal Crime, Government and more
    Bio: Jennifer DeGraw is the founding attorney of the DeGraw Law Firm. Her previous experience includes time as a Special Assistant United States Attorney in the Western District of Virginia, a state prosecutor in North Carolina, and partner in the Whit...
    Rating:  9.3
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    David L Robinson

    David L Robinson

    5.02 reviews
    Virginia Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 8 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Personal Injury, Speeding & Traffic Ticket and more
    Bio: Mr. Robinson is an experienced trial attorney with a diverse litigation background. He has successfully handled dozens of jury and bench trials in both civil and criminal matters, achieving strong results for his clients. His civil practice has in...
    Rating:  7.6
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    Robert Theodore Butler

    Robert Theodore Butler

    5.04 reviews
    Virginia Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 34 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Family
    Review: "I retained Ted Butler on the advice of many people in the community and after reading all of his reviews. I needed the best of the best in attorneys while facing my legal battle, and he absolutely was. After my initial consultation with Ted, I kne..."
    Rating:  6.6
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    Johnda Denise Scott

    Johnda Denise Scott

    1.84 reviews
    Virginia Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 29 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense
    Review: "We won the case! However, I felt like we never interacted. Maybe that's how lawyers work.... I'm not sure. Or maybe I thought the situation was worst than what it was. At the end of the day, she worked her magic, so I shouldn't complain."
    Rating:  7.4
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    Thomas J. Robl

    Thomas J. Robl

    3.45 reviews
    Virginia Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 37 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Family and more
    Bio: Thomas J. Robl, Esquire has earned a reputation of being a skilled negotiator, aggressive advocate, and zealous litigator in his 20 year legal career. With his unique qualifications, and extensive trial experience, Thomas J. Robl has been able to ...
    Rating:  7.1
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    Timothy Gerard Clancy

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    Timothy Gerard Clancy

    3.96 reviews
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    Virginia Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 40 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Car Accidents, Family and more
    Review: "Tim Clancy is hands down the best, most proficient attorney in Hampton Roads. His experience is evident, as he successfully represented me in several matters potentially carrying stiff penalties. If you're searching for a criminal defense attorney..."
    Rating:  7.4
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    Abigail Susan Groski

    Abigail Susan Groski

    5.01 review
    Virginia Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 5 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Gun Law, Family
    Review: "I would highly recommend Ms. Groski if you find yourself in a difficult legal position. She handled my case with a thoroughness and professionalism that was much appreciated as she navigated a matter for me during a difficult time in my life with ..."
    Rating:  5.9
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    Sean Patrick Domer

    Sean Patrick Domer

    4.25 reviews
    Virginia Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 10 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Divorce & Separation, Child Custody and more
    Review: "Mr. Sean Domer helped us fight a difficult case against the foster care system and the Department of Family Services for custody of my little brother. And we won! After so many years apart, I now have the opportunity to bring my little brother hom..."
    Rating:  7.8
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    Meredith B. Travers

    Meredith B. Travers

    1.01 review
    Virginia Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 21 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Family, DUI & DWI and more
    Bio: Meredith specializes in criminal defense, family law and general litigation. Prior to establishing Travers Law, PLLC, in 2021, she was an associate with Kozak, Davis & Renninger, PC, in Portsmouth, VA. At the Kozak Firm, Meredith honed her litigat...
    Rating:  9.0
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