Top Rated Springfield, VA Criminal Defense Lawyers

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 Attorney near Springfield (Fairfax)

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 52 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Appeals, Federal Crime and more

Bio: Jonathan Shapiro graduated from Northwestern University in 1971 and from American University, Washington College of Law in 1974. He has been litigating cases ever since, with a three-year break to serve as a Clinical Instructor at the Criminal Jus...

Rating: 9.8

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Criminal Defense Attorney near Springfield (Fairfax)

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 32 years

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

Bio: For over 25 years since 1993, John has held his legal focus in the field of criminal and traffic defense. As an attorney, Mr. O'Neill Castro has handled thousands of cases, having tried hundreds to verdict in both State and Federal Courts. John F....

Rating: 6.5

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Criminal Defense Attorney near Springfield (Fairfax)

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: 8.5

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Criminal Defense Attorney near Springfield (Oakton)

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 34 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Real Estate, Litigation and more

Review: "I had an excellent experience working with attorney James Bitner, who practices residential real estate law in Northern Virginia. He was professional, attentive, and took the time to fully understand the issue I was facing with my condo closing pr..."

Rating: 6.7

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Criminal Defense Attorney near Springfield (Fairfax)

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 35 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Personal Injury, Domestic Violence

Review: "Mr Loria is experienced and knowledgeable in a number of areas of law. He is dedicated to attaining the best possible outcome in a client's case. Mr Loria was able to get a favorable result for me in my Landlord -Tenant dispute by using his skill ..."

Rating: 6.5

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Criminal Defense Attorney near Springfield (Alexandria)

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 15 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Family, Estate Planning and more

Review: "Need a lawyer who is passionate, personal and professional?? Hire Attorney Donna Murphy NOW!!!! You want an attorney who fights for you and treats you like her only client. Ms Murphy had my case dismissed is 5mins. Her skills in the court room is ..."

Rating: 6.7

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Criminal Defense Attorney near Springfield (Fairfax)

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 15 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Lemon Law, Personal Injury

Review: "Erin Witte is a remarkable litigator. She made sure to always keep me up to date with what was going on with my case, regardless of how busy she was. She was very detailed in explaining my case to me. She also let me know what my status was before..."

Rating: 6.6

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Criminal Defense Attorney near Springfield (Fairfax)

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 10 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, General Practice

Bio: R. Tyler Bezilla's interest in law began at the Pennsylvania State University where he participated in the Mock Trial program. After graduation he attended the Antonin Scalia Law School and was a member of the Trial Advocacy Board and Moot Court B...

Rating: 7.6

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Criminal Defense Attorney near Springfield (Alexandria)

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 48 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Personal Injury

Bio: Michael J. Sgarlat has been a member of the Virginia State Bar since 1978. Our office handles state cases throughout the Commonwealth of Virginia as well as Federal matters in the United State District Courts. Areas of practice include: PERSONAL I...

Rating: 7.4

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Criminal Defense Attorney near Springfield (Fairfax)

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 26 years

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

Bio: Jeffrey F. Mangeno, a native of Northern Virginia, graduated from Virginia Tech and obtained his Juris Doctor degree from Widener University in 2000. Mr. Mangeno recognizes that a person or business suspected of, or charged with, a criminal offens...

Rating: 6.8

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Criminal Defense Attorney near Springfield (Fairfax)

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 17 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Litigation, Immigration and more

Bio: I represent executives and entrepreneurs, as well as their families and businesses, in resolving legal issues which touch all areas of their professional and personal lives. No problem is too big or too small. While my preference is to resolve mat...

Rating: 10

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Criminal Defense Attorney near Springfield (Fairfax)

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 15 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Expungement

Bio: With over 16 years of combined professional experience as a social service worker, a U.S. Army JAG officer, a state prosecutor, and a defense counsel, Daniel founded DCKimLaw in 2026 to provide trust-based, client-centered, and principles-driven l...

Rating: 7.7

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Criminal Defense Attorney near Springfield (Alexandria)

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 10 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Personal Injury

Bio: Christopher Jacob grew up right down the road in Richmond Virginia. He attended the University of Virginia where he worked for the student newspaper. After graduating from college, Chris received his Juris Doctorate from the University of Richmond...

Rating: 7.2

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Criminal Defense Attorney near Springfield (Vienna)

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 17 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Litigation, Commercial and more

Rating: 7.2

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Criminal Defense Attorney near Springfield (Fairfax)

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 22 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Litigation, Employment & Labor and more

Bio: Our firm is a general litigation practice with a focus on employment law and criminal/traffic defense. Many clients with even minor criminal and traffic charges are rightfully concerned about the impact such a charge will have on their employment....

Rating: 8.3

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