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    Virginia Has 1688 Criminal Defense Attorneys with 20272 Reviews

    Sara M Sakagami

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    Sara M Sakagami

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    Virginia Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 19 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Business, Litigation
    Rating:  8.7
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    Charles Thomas Turbeville

    Charles Thomas Turbeville

    5.03 reviews
    Virginia Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 36 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Violent Crime and more
    Review: "When I was referred to Mr. Turbeville, I was told he was extremely smart. He is! I, also found him to be very professional and caring. He took the time to listen and explain to me my options in a way I could understand. Because of his help, I was ..."
    Rating:  8.2
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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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    Shawn Alen Stout

    Shawn Alen Stout

    5.02 reviews
    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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    Meghan Anne Matulka

    Meghan Anne Matulka

    5.012 reviews
    Virginia Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 27 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Speeding & Traffic Ticket, Juvenile and more
    Bio: Why I Became a Defense Attorney Three reasons: To help people in trouble; to protect individual rights; and to defend the Constitution. I grew up watching my mother help people when they most needed it and I know it made a deep impression on me. I...
    Rating:  7.9
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    Fernando Groene

    Fernando Groene

    4.610 reviews
    Virginia Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 41 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Juvenile and more
    Bio: Fernando Groene is a trial attorney located in Williamsburg, Virginia. He practices law throughout Tidewater, Virginia from Richmond to Virginia Beach. He has over 30 years experience in state and federal court. He is qualified to handle all level...
    Rating:  8.7
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    Jennifer Raimo

    Jennifer Raimo

    4.012 reviews
    Virginia Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 24 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Domestic Violence, Juvenile and more
    Bio: Jennifer Raimo practices criminal and family law in courtrooms across northern Virginia. Her experience includes misdemeanors, felonies, probation revocations, expungements, child support issues, and child custody. She has represented both juvenil...
    Rating:  9.4
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    Daniel Ki-Hee Kim

    Daniel Ki-Hee Kim

    5.05 reviews
    Virginia Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 12 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Litigation, Privacy and more
    Bio: Daniel Ki-Hee Kim (김기희 변호사) is a Korean American bi-lingual attorney with extensive experience in the intersection of law, business, and technology. Previous to his law practice, Daniel has built over 30 years of successful litigation and corporat...
    Rating:  10
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    Warren David Kozak

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    Warren David Kozak

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    Virginia Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 43 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Car Accidents and more
    Nothing can stop us from pursuing justice. Over a century of experience!
    Rating:  8.5
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    Hassan Minhaj Ahmad

    Hassan Minhaj Ahmad

    4.010 reviews
    Virginia Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 24 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Immigration
    Bio: Hassan is the founder and principal of the HMA Law Firm. Licensed to practice in Maryland and Virginia, fluent or proficient in eight languages besides English, known and respected among his peers for his knowledge of the law, research and writing...
    Rating:  9.7
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    Andrew Anthony Protogyrou

    Andrew Anthony Protogyrou

    4.04 reviews
    Virginia Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 39 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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    Jessica Elizabeth McCollum

    Jessica Elizabeth McCollum

    5.023 reviews
    Virginia Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 8 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Contracts & Agreements and more
    Review: "Jessica and her partner Daniel are an excellent team and will go to bat for you. They are knowledgeable, aggressive, and will make sure you get the best outcome possible. They are easy to speak with and understand clients’ needs. You will not go w..."
    Rating:  8.6
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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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    Debra Desmore Corcoran

    Debra Desmore Corcoran

    5.08 reviews
    Virginia Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 35 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Sex Crime, Federal Crime and more
    Bio: Ms. Corcoran is one of the few attorneys in the United States who holds both an advanced law degree (an LLM) in Litigation in addition to being certified by the State of Virginia to be Lead Counsel in Capital Murder cases. She has handled cases ra...
    Rating:  9.8
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    Larachelle Wood

    Larachelle Wood

    4.917 reviews
    Virginia Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 24 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Divorce & Separation, Child Custody and more
    Bio: I began my practice as a criminal defense attorney with the Public Defender's office for the City of Norfolk. After nearly two years handling misdemeanors & felonies with a concentration in the Juvenile Courts, I ventured into private practice. I ...
    Rating:  10
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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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    Rebecca Lynne Melone

    Rebecca Lynne Melone

    4.645 reviews
    Virginia Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 13 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Estate Planning, Family and more
    Bio: Rebecca Melone, Esq. is the Founder, Owner, and Managing Partner of Melone Hatley, P.C., a nationally recognized family law and estate planning law firm with a growing presence across multiple states. An entrepreneur at heart, Rebecca launched the...
    Rating:  10
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    Anthony Mark Nicewicz

    Anthony Mark Nicewicz

    4.817 reviews
    Virginia Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 40 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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    Blake Kent Woloson

    Blake Kent Woloson

    5.01 review
    Virginia Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 37 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, White Collar Crime
    Review: "Blake is an absolute artisan in the practice of law. Blake walked into court with me with and defended my interests brilliantly...on extreme short notice and without a flaw. I saw first hand his wit and intellect in action. My arrest was a nightma..."
    Rating:  8.1
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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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    Samuel Collyns Moore

    Samuel Collyns Moore

    5.027 reviews
    Virginia Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 19 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Business, Litigation
    Bio: Sam Moore has successfully litigated, at the trial level, misdemeanor and felony cases in a diverse range of matters. Mr. Moore’s practice is enhanced by his experience in the courtroom and a broad range of experiences outside the legal field. He ...
    Rating:  9.6
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