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    Virginia Has 1700 Criminal Defense Attorneys with 20571 Reviews

    Cara Paige Oxenham

    Cara Paige Oxenham

    4.210 reviews
    Virginia Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 20 years
    Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Divorce & Separation, DUI & DWI and more
    Bio: I started my legal career with the Portsmouth Public Defender's Office. This served as an invaluable experience as I handled all types of criminal cases from misdemeanor driving charges to murder. After almost four years as an Assistant Public Def...
    Rating:  7.5
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    Anton Alexander Karpov

    Anton Alexander Karpov

    5.021 reviews
    Virginia Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 19 years
    Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Speeding & Traffic Ticket and more
    Bio: Need a courtroom warrior who will fight for you? For fifteen years I represented criminal defendants and fought every case fiercely and passionately and gained plenty of criminal trial experience.
    Rating:  8.5
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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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    Jason Vaughan Wolfrey

    Jason Vaughan Wolfrey

    4.639 reviews
    Virginia Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 18 years
    Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Speeding & Traffic Ticket
    Bio: A results based approach to resolving Traffic, DUI and Criminal charges. Call
    Rating:  7.9
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    Daniel Jason Miller

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    Daniel Jason Miller

    4.821 reviews
    Virginia Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 28 years
    Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Family, Domestic Violence and more
    Bio: Daniel J. Miller is a compassionate and dedicated Virginia Beach lawyer. He handles both criminal defense and family law matters for clients throughout the surrounding areas. As a seasoned advocate, he brings more than 20+ years of experience to t...
    Rating:  7.7
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    William Aaron Cluett

    William Aaron Cluett

    5.01 review
    Virginia Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 17 years
    Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Speeding & Traffic Ticket, DUI & DWI
    Review: "Aaron settled a very difficult case against a major auto manufacturer. He was responsive, knowledgeable and always available. The settlement I received exceeded my highest expectations and I recommend Aaron Cluett wholeheartedly."
    Rating:  7.3
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    Bhavik Patel

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    Bhavik Patel

    4.25 reviews
    Virginia Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 24 years
    Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Personal Injury, Family and more
    Results oriented legal professional with over 24 years of experience solving problems for my clients. Call 703-277-2811 to discuss your legal problem and how we can help you today.
    Rating:  8.2
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    Benjamin Joel Kontaxes

    Benjamin Joel Kontaxes

    4.712 reviews
    Virginia Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 14 years
    Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Speeding & Traffic Ticket, Debt Collection and more
    Bio: Benjamin received his Bachelor of Science Degree in Criminal Justice from Liberty University, graduating summa cum laude. He received his Juris Doctor from Liberty University School of law, where he graduated summa cum laude, at the top of his cla...
    Rating:  8.1
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    Wayne Allen Stover

    Wayne Allen Stover

    5.02 reviews
    Virginia Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 39 years
    Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Speeding & Traffic Ticket, Juvenile
    Bio: Facing Charges in Northern Virginia, Henrico County, or surrounding counties? Call or email for a free consultation. Please allow me to introduce myself and my services. A lifelong resident of Northern Virginia and a practicing attorney for more t...
    Rating:  6.6
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    Anthony Mark Nicewicz

    Anthony Mark Nicewicz

    4.817 reviews
    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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    James Allen Steele

    James Allen Steele

    5.02 reviews
    Virginia Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 15 years
    Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Immigration, Landlord & Tenant and more
    Bio: Allen's ministry background brings an unique approach to the law. He finds satisfaction in his practice of law because it allows him to powerfully and pasionately bring help in many different ways. In immigration he is a staunch advocate and an ex...
    Rating:  7.2
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    William Eric Johnson

    William Eric Johnson

    5.02 reviews
    Virginia Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 39 years
    Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Personal Injury, DUI & DWI
    Bio: I am a veteran trial attorney and have handled thousands of cases, both criminal and civil, from homicide to multi-million dollar injury cases. It will be an honor to handle your case, as well. I promise you excellent representation. I was the fea...
    Rating:  7.1
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    Tyler Christians

    Tyler Christians

    4.737 reviews
    Virginia Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 17 years
    Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Immigration
    Bio: Tyler Christians is an attorney based in Northern Virginia. Mr. Christians has over eight years of legal experience in the areas of immigration law, criminal law, and general litigation. Mr. Christians focuses his practice in the area of immigrati...
    Rating:  7.6
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    Timothy Melvin Olmstead

    Timothy Melvin Olmstead

    5.02 reviews
    Virginia Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 23 years
    Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Personal Injury, Car Accidents and more
    Bio: Mr. Olmstead is a former Assistant Commonwealth’s Attorney for Prince William County. As a former prosecutor, he brings to the firm a wealth of knowledge and experience from one of the most respected Commonwealth’s Attorney’s Offices in the Common...
    Rating:  7.1
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    Justin Lee Corder

    Justin Lee Corder

    5.01 review
    Virginia Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 16 years
    Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Speeding & Traffic Ticket and more
    Bio: I have a simple approach to practicing law. I believe that if I serve and treat my clients in the manner in which I would want to be treated, and if I pursue excellence in my work, my clients will be pleased with my representation and will recomme...
    Rating:  6.4
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    Mark D Cummings

    Mark D Cummings

    5.01 review
    Virginia Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 48 years
    Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Personal Injury, White Collar Crime and more
    Bio: Mark Cummings practices in the following areas of law: Criminal Defense (includes felonies, sex crimes, possession of controlled substance, assault and battery, and serious traffic matters including hit-and-run, DUI/DWI, and accident related offen...
    Rating:  10
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    Alvin Lewis Lowery

    Alvin Lewis Lowery

    3.73 reviews
    Virginia Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 40 years
    Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Family
    Bio: A. Lewis Lowery, Jr. is a dedicated criminal defense and divorce attorney in Fredericksburg. He brings over 30 years of experience to each case he takes on. He started his legal career at George Mason University, where he earned his Juris Doctor. ...
    Rating:  7.2
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    Charles Vanevera Hardenbergh

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    Charles Vanevera Hardenbergh

    4.523 reviews
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    Virginia Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 29 years
    Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI
    Review: "I cannot thank Mr. Charles V. Hardenbergh, Esq. and Ms. Madison Fajnae enough for all the work they put into my case regarding a DWI charge. From the initial consultation all the way to the dismissal of the charge, Mr. Hardenbergh was professional..."
    Rating:  9.1
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    Shalonda Tillman

    Shalonda Tillman

    3.06 reviews
    Virginia Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 7 years
    Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Divorce & Separation, Child Custody
    Review: "We had a few weeks to bet papers done for our Grandchildren in Newport News, VA after their mother unexpectedly passed January 9, 2022. Ms. Tillman responded to a call I left her after hours and she promptly called and started the process the next..."
    Rating:  8.4
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    Andrew B. C. Wood

    Andrew B. C. Wood

    5.04 reviews
    Virginia Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 16 years
    Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Personal Injury, General Practice and more
    Bio: Andrew Beynton Carlson Wood was born and raised in Richmond, while also spending considerable time in Northumberland County in Virginia’s Northern Neck, where his mother was born and raised. Andrew grew up in a household of practicing lawyers. His...
    Rating:  8.4
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    Luis A. Perez

    Luis A. Perez

    5.05 reviews
    Virginia Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 39 years
    Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Speeding & Traffic Ticket and more
    Bio: Luis A. Perez-Pietri is a distinguished civic leader and highly recognized attorney with a record of demonstrated accomplishments over his professional career. He received his J.D. with honors, from the University of Puerto Rico and an LL.M. in ta...
    Rating:  10
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