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I am a native of the Northern Virginia area.  I was born in Washington, D.C., and attended Arlington and Fairfax County Public Schools. I earned my Bachelor’s of Business Administration from James Madison University (1991), a Master’s degree in International Business Transactions from George Mason University (1995), and my Juris Doctor from the University of Illinois, College of Law (1999).. Over the past 20 years, I have primarily served as a trial attorney for divorce and criminal defense cases.  In 2004, I became a certified Guardian ad litem and represented children involved in custody disputes, truancy, delinquency, abuse and neglect cases.  I have personally handled over a hundred bench and jury trials in criminal cases and over a hundred hearings/trials involving divorce, child custody and support issues.. I also assist client's in the hospitality industry.  For 15 years, I was a professor of Hospitality Law and Management at the Northern Virginia Community College. I assist many local small business owners with business formation, lease agreements, and contract disputes. Based on my experiences owining and managing businesses, as well as my trial experience, I am able to provide my business clients with practical and cost-effective solutions.. In December 2020, I was voted a "Top Lawyer" by Northern Virginia Magazine's peer survey.. I practice primarily in the state courts of Fairfax County, Prince William County, Arlington County, City of Alexandria, City of Fredricksburg, Fauqier County, Loudoun County, Spotsylvania County and Stafford County, as well as the U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Virginia.  I have also argued before the Virginia Supreme Court as well as the Court of Appeals for Virginia.

I am a former Fairfax County prosecutor with over 30 years of criminal law experience. I have taken thousands of cases over my 30 years of practice and have fostered many meaningful professional relationships throughout the county, which helps me effectively navigate the criminal justice system in Fairfax.

I am a first generation Greek American born and raised in the Washington, DC Metropolitan area.  Although I work as a criminal defense attorney in Virginia , I am a Maryland girl at heart. I am a proud graduate of the University of Maryland in College Park, as well as Regent University School of Law in Virginia Beach, Virginia.. I am honored to work for two of the very best lawyers in Virginia, and am passionate about my job.  I happily spend hours in the office with my hard-working colleagues, fighting for our clients.  Outside the office, I'm dedicated to my family, friends, and life as a crossfit coach.  I am no stranger to competition, and giving 100% in everything I do.. Mission Statement: Through my personal experience in court, as well as through observation of some of the best attorneys in Northern Virginia, I have learned two keys to success: uncompromised preparation and compassion. These qualities enable me to fight vigorously for those who feel defenseless, while providing a voice of comfort and reason to those who feel threatened by the judicial system. It is my personal goal to leave every client in a better place than where I found them.

I am a dedicated and compassionate advocate for all my clients. I have successfully defended clients in both jury and non-jury trials. And, one of my greatest strengths is negotiating tough cases on behalf of my clients. I have devoted my practice exclusively to defending individuals charged with criminal offenses and traffic violations. I have extensive experience advocating for persons charged with all manner of felonies and misdemeanors, drug offenses, larcenies, sex offenses, credit card offenses, domestic assault, fraud among others. I zealously represent my clients throughout Northern Virginia.

I am a criminal defense and traffic ticket lawyer with Firstpoint Law Group, P.C., in Fairfax, Virginia. I have a strong record in the courtroom and am dedicated to each client I represent. I handle a wide variety of criminal cases, ranging from white collar crimes like larceny and fraud, violent crimes and sex crimes, and more common cases like domestic violence and driving under the influence.. I can also help clean up your criminal record, and help fight traffic violations.

Heidi Ricker was born and raised in Deale, Maryland and graduated from the University of Maryland.  She received her Juris Doctor from the George Mason School of Law.  Since then she has made Virginia her home and has adeptly handed complex family law matters in all counties in Northern Virginia.  She understands the difficulties surrounding the divorce process, including matters of support, equitable distribution and child custody and visitation.  Ms. Ricker is a highly effective negotiator and has successfully settled cases without the client having to go through the stress and expense of trial.  Yet with her passion for attention to detail and thorough preperation, Ms. Ricker is an affecting adversary in trial.  Ms. Ricker also has experience in criminal law, personal injury, and estate planning.

Having earned his J.D. from the University of West Virginia in 1997, Lawson D. Spivey, III has more than 20 years of experience in personal injury litigation, and he frequently appears in Virginia state courts. He’s worked on cases including wrongful death and personal injury (automobile accidents, premises liability, slip and falls), restaurant liability and food preparation, sexual abuse, and medical and dental malpractice. Lawson is a member of the Fairfax Bar Association and the Virginia State Bar, and is listed as a Top 100 Civil Plaintiff’s Lawyers in Virginia by the National Trial Lawyers Association. Lawson is originally from Ozark, Alabama.

Gretchen Taylor Pousson is a zealous advocate, specializing in defending the rights of her clients.  She has provided the highest quality legal services to a broad range of clients, charged with every conceivable criminal or traffic offense, since 1995.  Ms. Pousson previously served as an Assistant Federal Public Defender for the Eastern District of Virginia and is qualified to handle every type of Federal case.  Additionally, she served as both an Assistant Commonwealth Attorney and an Assistant Public Defender before opening up her own law office in 2008.  In 2023, she joined the firm of Scrofano Law, PC, to open and lead their Fairfax, Virginia office.

Graduate of the Univerity of Virginia 1974.. Graduate of George Mason University School of Law 1980.

GRACE E. KIM is the principal attorney with The Law Office of Grace E. Kim, P.C. Her practice is focused on Special Education and Education Law, to include issues involving the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA), Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), restraint and seclusion, school discipline, and higher education issues.

GO TO LAWYER FOR MAJOR TRUCK & AUTO INJURY INJURY CASES. Highly Effective - Results Oriented Injury Lawyer. Straight talking. All Clients have his Cell Phone Number. LAwyer and Client Referals are a Majority of our Cases.

Former Fairfax County prosecutor, Washingtonian Top Lawyer, and seasoned trial advocate providing personal attention and guidance with a clear strategy to reaching a favorable resolution to client matters. Mr. Phillips is a partner at LefflerPhillips, which provides quality legal counsel to individuals, corporations, health care providers, judges, lawyers, and law firms; serving the Northern Virginia region in all forms of criminal, traffic, civil, and I.T. law matters.. Prior to attending law school Mr. Phillips was an I.T. consultant in both the public and private sectors. In his capacity at the Commonwealth’s office Mr. Phillips handled thousands of misdemeanors and felony cases, taking over 100 cases to jury and bench trials in Fairfax County Circuit Court. Mr. Phillips has appeared in all Northern Virginia state and federal courts, protecting clients in both criminal and civil disputes.. Awards from Washingtonian, Nothern Virginia Magazine, Super Lawyers, Fairfax Bar Association, and more.

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 in criminal defense, Bob does whatever it takes to lay the groundwork for every phase of his cases. He is passionate about winning-as it pertains to each case-and has established a reputation for successfully eliminating or reducing punishment for charges ranging from traffic offenses to murder.. Bob is widely known for his skills in the courtroom and his experience representing high-profile and complex cases; his expertise has also led to teaching at the police academy and lecturing for the Association of Homicide Detectives in the Commonwealth of Virginia. The respect and trust that Bob has earned from judges and prosecutors over the years enable him to work effectively on behalf of his clients. He is committed to finding innovative solutions and exploring every avenue to resolve cases in his clients’ best interests and minimize consequences. Whether defending clients against a murder charge, a serious felony or a less serious offense, Bob is dedicated to providing his client with the best defense possible within the law.. Bob has been named to “Super Lawyers of Virginia” and “Super Lawyers of Washington, D.C.,” an annual recognition of lawyers who have attained a high degree of peer recognition and professional achievement that is limited to five percent of the licensed active attorneys in each jurisdiction. He is also recognized as one of the Washington areas best criminal lawyers by Washingtonian Magazine and as one of Northern Virginia’s top lawyers by the Northern Virginia Magazine. He has long held the highest peer review rating from his fellow attorneys, AV® PreeminentTM Peer Review Rated SM by Martindale-Hubbell®.

For more than 15 years, Leigh has been helping families and individuals navigate matters that include divorce, custody, visitation, spousal support, child support, property division and protective orders. She represents clients throughout Northern Virginia in all aspects of domestic relations litigation. While litigation is a fundamental aspect of her practice, the majority of her cases settle outside of court. It is Leigh’s goal to help clients reach an agreement in the most efficient way possible. Doing so aids in preserving relationships and minimizing adverse effects.. Every family law case takes its own unique path through the legal system and into resolution. Ideally, the people involved in the case are able to determine the outcome, as opposed to a judge making the final decision. Leigh provides sound advice to clients on how to resolve disputes in a way that protects their best interests. Time and again, she empowers people to develop their own agreements and steers them onto the best possible path for the future. Leigh is also a zealous advocate for her clients in court.

For 30+ years, Randall J. Borden has been a dedicated legal advocate for clients throughout Virginia and Maryland, handling litigation involving all aspects of family and estate law. Well-respected for his integrity and well-honed legal skills, Attorney Borden has an impressive record of satisfied clients and successful outcomes.. Although he can be aggressive when necessary, you will find him to be as sharp and straight to the point in trial, as he is caring and supportive in a personal setting. One thing you can count on once you become a client of our practice is that Randall Borden will always make your interests his top priority.

Faraji A. Rosenthall has been a daily presence in courthouses across Northern Virginia for over 15 years, trying criminal cases ranging from traffic and drug offenses to violent crimes such as robberies and manslaughters.. After graduating from Georgetown University Law School in 2004, Mr. Rosenthall was appointed as an Assistant Commonwealth’s Attorney (Prosecutor) in Fairfax County, where he handled thousands of criminal cases in his four-year tenure, including reckless drivings, Fairfax DWIs and serious felonies. Mr. Rosenthall gained not only the experience of handling dozens of cases every day, but the knowledge of the inner workings of the Fairfax criminal system. He knows what prosecutors are thinking and what kinds of deals they will offer, because he was one. He knows which judges are sympathetic and which ones are harsh. Having this kind of inside knowledge is invaluable to Mr. Rosenthall’s clients.. Born and raised in Fairfax County, Mr. Rosenthall is himself the son of a criminal lawyer. He often tagged along with his father to work, absorbing the intricacies of the legal process from a young age. After receiving his undergraduate degree from Hampton University, Mr. Rosenthall began studying at Georgetown University, where he found himself drawn to criminal law. One of his professors, Julie O’Sullivan, a former clerk to Supreme Court Justice Sandra Day O’Connor, helped solidify Mr. Rosenthall’s passion for criminal justice. He spent a summer interning with Families Against Mandatory Minimums, a nonprofit organization working with individuals facing lengthy, often absurdly unfair, prison sentences at both the federal and state level. He also clerked forthe Honorable Kathleen McKay, a Fairfax County Circuit Court judge, receiving invaluable insight into the inner workings of the Fairfax Courts, as well as the thought processes of an esteemed judge.. In 2009, Mr. Rosenthall left the Commonwealth’s Attorney’s Office to start his own firm, using the knowledge and skill he gained as a prosecutor to help people charged with crimes in Fairfax County. Since opening its doors, the Law Office of Faraji Rosenthall has gotten successful results for hundreds of people facing serious charges.. Hampton University, B.S. (1999). Georgetown University Law School, J.D. (2004). Prosecutor in Fairfax Commonwealth Attorney’s Office (2005-2009). Law Office of Faraji A. Rosenthall (2009 – present)

Evan Farr is widely recognized as one of the leading Elder Law and Estate Planning attorneys in Virginia and one of the foremost experts in the Country in the field of Medicaid Asset Protection and related Trusts.  Evan is a Certified Elder Law Attorney (through the National Elder Law Foundatio) and a Member of the Council of Advanced Practitioners through the the National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys. Evan's firm is dedicated to helping protect seniors and their families by preserving dignity, quality of life, and financial security. Evan is also a 3-time National Best Selling Author. Evan is AV-Rated by Martindale-Hubbell, is listed in Best Lawyers in America, has been named one of America's Premiere Experts, and has been named by SuperLawyers.com as one of the top 5% of Elder Law and Estate Planning attorneys in Virginia every year since 2007, and in the Washington, DC Metro Area every year since 2008. In 2011, Evan was named by Washingtonian Magazine as one of the top attorneys in the DC Metropolitan area, by Northern Virginia Magazine as one of the top attorneys in the Northern Virginia area, and by Newsweek Magazine as one of the top attorneys in the country.. Evan is a nationally renowned author and frequent educator of attorneys across the U.S. As an expert to the experts, Evan has educated tens of thousands of attorneys across the country through speaking and writing for organizations such as the National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys (NAELA), the American Law Institute-American Bar Association (ALI-ABA), the National Business Institute (NBI), the Virginia Academy of Elder Law Attorneys (VAELA), the Virginia Bar Association (VBA), Virginia Continuing Legal Education (Virginia CLE) , and the District of Columbia Bar Association. In addition to his Best-Selling books: Protect and Defend, The Nursing Home Survival Guide, How to Protect Your Assets from Probate and Long-Term Care, Evan has published dozens of articles that have appeared in the popular press, and numerous scholarly publications for the legal profession, including two legal treatises published by and available through ALI-ABA: Planning and Defending Asset Protection Trusts and Trusts for Senior Citizens.. --. Virginia has no procedure for approving certifying organizations.

Eugene “Gene” C. Miller spent 25 years defending cases as the Manging Attorney for the GEICO Staff Counsel before choosing to represent clients in catastrophic injury and medical malpractice cases. With over 35 years of experience and a J.D. from George Mason University School of Law, Gene has tried more than 180 jury trials in various courts including Federal Court and the Washington D.C. Superior Court. He’s active in the Fairfax Bar Association, and is on the Circuit Court Committee and Law Related Education Committee. He uses his free time to conduct court tours for middle school students, and is a proud Fairfax County local.

Erin Rubin is an Associate Attorney at Raheen Family Law, P.C., practicing exclusively family law. She is experienced in handling every type of family law matter in Virginia, including separation, divorce, custody, visitation, and support cases. Ms. Rubin represents clients in Fairfax, Manassas, Prince William County, Alexandria, Arlington, Leesburg, Loudoun County, and all across Northern Virginia.. Ms. Rubin, originally from Florida, moved to the Washington, D.C. area to attend American University Washington College of Law, where she graduated in May of 2022. During Ms. Rubin's tenure at American University Washington College of Law, she was chosen to participate in the Deans Fellowship program, specifically handling their family law related matters that included, but not limited to, domestic violence cases and uncontested divorces. At this clinic, Ms. Rubin also worked on cases involving estate planning.. After graduating from law school in 2022, Ms. Rubin attained her Bar License from the state of Maryland in May of 2023 and Virginia in May of 2024.

Elizabeth has been litigating since law school, where she won her first trial as a student with the Georgetown University Juvenile Justice Clinic, defending juveniles in delinquency matters before the Superior Court of the District of Columbia.  After graduation and passing the bar, she became an Assistant Public Defender for the City of Fredericksburg and the Counties of Stafford, Spotsylvania, and King George.  After gaining significant trial experience there, she entered private practice in 2004.  She had the opportunity to participate in the successful appeal of Paiz v. Commonwealth of Virginia, published at 54 Va. App. 688 (2009), in the Court of Appeals of Virginia, and Henderson v. Commonwealth, 285 Va. 318 (2013), in the Supreme Court of Virginia.. From 2020-2024, Elizabeth served the citizens of Arlington County in the Prosecutor’s office, serving as a Deputy Commonwealth’s Attorney. In that role, she revamped the discovery procedure, spearheaded the creation of a Disability Justice Coalition (in conjunction with the ARC of Nova), and represented the office in the two treatment courts, the Behavioral Health Docket and Recovery Court. She was the office liaison to the Department of Human Services, coordinating matters involving mental health and substance use disorder. She prosecuted two murder cases through completion, as well as handled many violent crimes, such as malicious wounding, carjacking, robbery, and burglary. She also prosecuted drug distribution cases and gun possession charges, while also handling entire sentencing dockets, involving probation violation charges as well as sentencing hearings.. DISCLAIMER: Case results depend upon a variety of factors unique to each case, and do not guarantee or predict a similar result in any future case.

EDWARD L. WEINER is founder of Weiner Spivey & Miller, PLC. He has been an active member of the Fairfax Bar Association since 1980 and serves as its current President. He has been a member of the Board of Directors of the Fairfax Law Foundation since January 2002 and as a past President. He currently serves on the Virginia State Bar Council of Local Bar Leaders. He was honored in 2012 by being appointed to serve on the Virginia Supreme Court Professionalism Faculty.. Ed has over 33 years of proven successful performance representing plaintiffs who have been seriously injured. His achievements include numerous multi-million dollar verdicts and cases before the Virginia Supreme Court; winning precedent-setting appellate cases; and achieving a reputation as an effective trial attorney. He is a recipient of the FBA President’s Award for Outstanding Service in 2008 and has been consistently named one of Washington's "Best Lawyers" for Personal Injury by the Washingtonian and Northern Virginia Magazine, is AV-rated by Martindale-Hubble, and has been listed in SuperLawyers Magazine since 2006.. A graduate of the State University of New York at Binghamton, Ed received his J.D. from the University of Richmond and his LL.M in International Law from Georgetown University Law Center.. Ed is a member of the Board of Directors of the George Mason University Center for the Performing Arts, a 5-year platinum level fundraiser for the American Cancer Society and host of an annual Law Day celebration which benefits the Fairfax Law Foundation’s Pro Bono programs. His brainchild, Jazz 4 Justice©, is an annual concert that has raised more than $150,000 for the Fairfax Law Foundation since 2000. Recently, other universities and local bar associations have begun to foster this unique partnership between education, music, and law. George Mason University presented Ed with the Directors Award in 2011 for his contributions to the university’s music program. Ed was honored in 2009 to receive a Leader of Law Award and the James Keith Award for Public Service. He and his wife, Maura, have two daughters, Maurissa and Brianna.

Each one of us has unique experiences in life. The family is central to our support system. It is the most important thing we have to call ours. When there is a breakdown in a family and important decisions need to be made, I believe that knowledge is power. When it comes to family law many are often discouraged, my mission is to EMPOWER you with the tools to make the right decisions.. I believe that EDUCATION, KNOWLEDGE, and ACCESSIBILITY are key.

Dianya (“Dani”) Pu is a senior associate attorney at Livesay & Myers, P.C., practicing exclusively family law. Ms. Pu works in the firm’s Fairfax office, and represents clients in Fairfax and across Northern Virginia.. An attorney since 2018, Ms. Pu is experienced in handling every type of family law matter in Virginia, including separation, divorce, equitable distribution, custody, visitation and support cases.. Ms. Pu earned her law degree from The George Washington University Law School in 2017, graduating with Honors as a member of the Law Review. Prior to that, she earned her B.A. in Political Science from The University of Chicago in 2013.. Ms. Pu was included in the 2025–2026 editions of Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch for her work in Family Law. She currently holds a perfect 10.0 rating from both Avvo and Justia.. Dani Pu resides in Fairfax with her husband and their two cats.

Deveney Andrade is an Associate Attorney at Raheen Family Law, P.C., practicing exclusively family law. She is experienced in handling every type of family law matter in Virginia, including separation, divorce, custody, visitation, and support cases. Ms. Andrade represents clients in Fairfax, Manassas, Prince William County, Alexandria, Arlington, Leesburg, Loudoun County, and all across Northern Virginia.. Ms. Andrade, originally from Rhode Island, came to the Washington, D.C. area to attend American University Washington College of Law, where she graduated in May of 2022. During Ms. Andrade's tenure at American University Washington College of Law, she served as a student-attorney in the Disability Rights Law Clinic, passionately representing clients in matters concerning special education, social security administration, and conservatorship. She also held a leadership role as one of the directors for the International Law Students Association and contributed as a Staffer to the National Security Law Brief.. After graduating from law school in 2022, Ms. Andrade attained her Bar License from the District of Columbia in June of 2023 and Virginia in May of 2024.

Debra has been devoted to representing clients in matters of family law throughout northern Virginia for two decades. She focuses on negotiating and drafting agreements and she regularly appears in court for motions and trials involving all aspects of divorce and post-divorce litigation in Fairfax Circuit Court and the surrounding jurisdictions. She compassionately helps families navigate difficult issues such as child support, child custody, divorce, property division, premarital agreements, and spousal support.. Debra knows all too well the emotions involved when a family is embroiled in a legal dispute. She provides her clients not only legal advice, but also guidance and support so they do not feel lost or overwhelmed by the process itself. She communicates and discusses options with her clients through every step so together they can determine the best way forward in their unique case. This is crucial in empowering clients to make well-informed decisions about their future.. Debra has received a number of accolades from the legal community for her client-focused nature, professionalism with her colleagues, advocacy skills, and knowledge of the law.