Top Rated Newport News City County, VA Criminal Defense Lawyers

In Newport News City County, Virginia, there are 77 criminal defense lawyers available with 1178+ reviews, ratings and specialties. Best‑reviewed attorneys appear first. Cities within the county are listed below for a more focused search.

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Newport News City County Has 77 Criminal Defense Attorneys with 1178 Reviews

Newport News City County Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 28 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Speeding & Traffic Ticket, Personal Injury

Bio: ATTORNEY MONTE KULIGOWSKI has been defending clients since 1997 and has won cases at every judicial level of the state, including the Supreme Court of Virginia (See, White v. Commonwealth, 267 Va. 96 (2004)). Monte is also licensed to practice law...

Rating: 9.7

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Newport News City County Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 13 years

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

Bio: Chris is a partner and co-founder of Goff Voltin, PLLC. Chris primarily focuses his practice on criminal law, traffic law, and family law, and he has personally handled hundreds of cases since becoming a licensed attorney in 2012. Prior to startin...

Rating: 10

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Criminal Defense Lawyers in Newport News City County, VA

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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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Newport News City County Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 52 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Car Accidents, Personal Injury

Bio: I am a former state prosecutor with extensive experience representing personal injury victims and people accused of crimes. I have over 35 years of trial experience, and I have represented thousands of people for all types of serious personal inju...

Rating: 9.6

Call for a consultation(757) 320-5839

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Newport News City County Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 17 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Personal Injury, DUI & DWI and more

Mr. Stellute specializes in Personal Injury and Criminal Defense.

Rating: 10

Call for a FREE consultation(757) 320-0263

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Newport News City County Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 39 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Personal Injury, DUI & DWI and more

Review: "Mr. Sarfan was the best lawyer I've ever had! He always had my best interest. With all of his hard work he was able to get a non moving DUI brought down to a reckless driving ticket. Having a DUI on my record would have made my life extremely hard..."

Rating: 9.8

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Newport News City County Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 18 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Landlord & Tenant, Personal Injury and more

Bio: I am currently on active duty with the US Navy, call Cowardin, Kim and Riddle at for your legal needs.

Rating: 9.4

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Newport News City County Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 21 years

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

Bio: I have been practicing law in the Hampton Roads and Middle Peninsula areas of Virginia since 2004. Having grown up in Hampton, being a product of Phoebus High School and Old Dominion University, I decided to stay in the area to practice law after ...

Rating: 8.1

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Newport News City County Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 15 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Family, Litigation and more

Review: "Great attorney he cares about his clients and treats everyone with respect and is dedicated to making sure you're satisfied."

Rating: 7.7

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Newport News City County Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 24 years

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

Bio: Attorney Patrick L. Bales is a passionate hard-working lawyer who will vigorously pursue your defense.Mr. Bales is dedicated to the ideals upon which our system of justice is founded and strongly motivated to provide the best service for his clien...

Rating: 9.6

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Newport News City County Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 33 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Divorce & Separation, Child Custody and more

Bio: I count motherhood as my greatest accomplishment, and I prefer the titles “Dance Mom,” “Cheer Mom, “and “Volleyball Mom” to “Esquire.” God has entrusted my husband and me with two amazing daughters, and I never wanted to miss a moment of the preci...

Rating: 8.6

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Newport News City County Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 21 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, General Practice, Immigration

Review: "I am non-violent convicted felon. I have never met a more dedicated court appointed lawyer. He researched and repreesented me without prejudice. Mr. Jung had me fascinated with his knowledge of the law and the way he applied it to my case. I was i..."

Rating: 8.4

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Newport News City County 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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Newport News City County Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 26 years

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

Review: "Having spent 7 YEARS and a lot of money with the wrong attorney who solely cared about his image, political network and a 5 star rating, I was leery about trusting another. After multiple consults at different places, we met with Attorney Doug Wal..."

Rating: 6.9

Call for a consultation(757) 979-2916

Newport News City County Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 10 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Bankruptcy & Debt, Family and more

Review: "Mr. Weldon is very professional and knowledgably of the laws. I have worked with him since 2017. I can honestly say he is a man of integrity and looks out for your family. Along with his background, family is the most important to him. When you hi..."

Rating: 6.4

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Newport News City County Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 12 years

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

Bio: Rob Elliott has been a lifelong resident of York County, Virginia. He is dedicated to working with each individual client and discussing all possible defenses for your charge. Whether it be a Felony Hit-and-Run or a simple traffic infraction, Rob ...

Rating: 7.0

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Newport News City County Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 13 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Family, Business

Review: "This guy is legit. Patient, kind and answered every question my family and I had with an amazing knowledge of the law. His closing argument at trial was like something out of a movie. Not super cheap, but definitely worth every penny."

Rating: 9.8

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Newport News City County Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 39 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Personal Injury, Car Accidents and more

Review: "Mr. Hunter was exceptionally knowledgeable, professional and caring while handling my case. I was going through the most difficult time of my life and made bad choices resulting in my first offense. I was terrified and Mr Hunter truly saved my lif..."

Rating: 8.7

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Newport News City County Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 32 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI

Review: "Doug was clear headed and honest! He laid out the potential scenarios and fought for the best outcome. Because of him there wasn’t a conviction and instead, after being good for a year, being wiped clean. What more could I ask for? Got in some tro..."

Rating: 10

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Newport News City County Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 11 years

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

Bio: Matthew G. Finley is an experienced trial attorney, having tried hundreds of trials, including jury trials. Most important to him is getting to know each client, learning their story, and providing the best representation for their circumstances a...

Rating: 8.2

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Newport News City County Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 7 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Family, Personal Injury

Review: "I would recommend her to anybody She was the hardest working best lawyer I ever hired"

Rating: 6.5

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