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Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 59 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: 9.7

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Virginia Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 18 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Speeding & Traffic Ticket, DUI & DWI

Bio: Will served three years active duty in the U.S. Army as an Infantryman prior to beginning his career in criminal justice. After discharge, he completed an Associate's Degree in police science, a Bachelor of Science Degree in criminal justice, and ...

Rating: 8.1

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Criminal Defense Lawyers in Virginia

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

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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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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Virginia Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 21 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Child Custody, DUI & DWI and more

Accused Is Not Convicted. Let Us Fight for You.

Rating: 10

Call for a consultation(757) 742-4910

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Virginia Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 8 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense

Bio: Farheena received her bachelor’s degree from the University of California, Los Angeles. She received her J.D. from The George Washington University Law School. At the Law Office of Samuel C. Moore, Farheena is focused on the criminal defense pract...

Rating: 10

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Virginia Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 13 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Speeding & Traffic Ticket

Bio: Brenton D. Vincenzes, Principal and Founder of Vincenzes Law, PLLC, is an award-winning and highly esteemed Fairfax County Criminal Defense Attorney who serves Northern Virginia court systems. or, Criminal Defense: I serve to protect the rights of...

Rating: 10

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Virginia Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 19 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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Virginia Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 14 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, General Practice

Bio: I take pride in representing people against the government. In Virginia, where the culture of over-criminalization and mass incarceration is still strong as ever, it feels good to fight on behalf of the citizens who are caught up in this system. I...

Rating: 8.7

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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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Virginia Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 46 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense

Review: "Ron is a great lawyer, he isn't cheap. but it's like what they say, you get what you paid for. If you hire him, listen to everything tells you and follow his instructions."

Rating: 7.7

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Virginia Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 11 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Civil Rights, Constitutional and more

Bio: While in law school, I discovered a passion for standing up for those in need and fighting to preserve our civil liberties. I pride myself on my research skills and ability to craft creative arguments in even the most impossible cases.

Rating: 7.7

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Virginia Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 28 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Family

Review: "I am very grateful for the support and guidance I received from Vicki during a very difficult time in my life. They were professional, compassionate, responsive, and always took the time to explain things clearly and make sure I understood my opti..."

Rating: 6.5

Call for a consultation(540) 302-2985

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Virginia Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 12 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Business and more

Bio: Brenton Bohannon focuses his practice in the areas of Criminal Law, DUI, Traffic Violations, and Family Law. Before joining the firm, Mr. Bohannon served as an Assistant Commonwealth’s Attorney for New Kent County Virginia, where he prosecuted hun...

Rating: 8.6

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Virginia Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 20 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Bankruptcy & Debt, Chapter 7 Bankruptcy and more

Bio: Katey O. Balderaz joined Boleman Law Firm in 2025, bringing with her a diverse background in consumer bankruptcy and general civil litigation. Prior to joining Boleman, she focused on Chapter 7 and Chapter 13 bankruptcy matters. She previously con...

Rating: 6.5

Call for a consultation(804) 234-8667

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Virginia Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 11 years

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

Bio: Andrew O. Clarke is a Washington, DC based attorney who has built his practice around zealous advocacy of his clients. The key to the success of his law practice is his ability to work through his client's legal issues to develop a resolution. Mos...

Rating: 10

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Virginia Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 17 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Speeding & Traffic Ticket, DUI & DWI and more

Bio: When not fighting for justice, Peter can be found playing basketball, entertaining guests, and enjoying nature.

Rating: 9.8

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Virginia Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 26 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Bankruptcy & Debt, Intellectual Property and more

Bio: I was born and raised in Springfield, Missouri. I graduated from the University of Tampa with a Bachelors Degree in Economics. I obtained my Juris Doctor degree from Regent University in Virginia Beach, Virginia and am now licensed to practice in ...

Rating: 8.0

Call for a FREE consultation(757) 427-4305

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Virginia Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 41 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Juvenile and more

Review: "March 19, 2026 I had the privilege of being represented by Attorney Mark Nicewicz, and I can confidently say it was one of the best decisions I’ve ever made. Before choosing him, I spoke with several lawyers about my case. I ultimately selected Mr..."

Rating: 8.5

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Virginia Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 15 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Speeding & Traffic Ticket and more

Bio: Providing top quality legal defense for Virginia and the District of Columbia.

Rating: 8.3

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Virginia Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 24 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Immigration

Review: "Ofelia Calderon is an outstanding lawyer, from our first consultation they explained complex legal terms in a way I could easily understand. Throughout my case, they were communicative, diligent, and truly empathetic, to my situation. Their attent..."

Rating: 10

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