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Ms. Bernstein Hough graduated from the University of Florida with a Bachelor of Arts degree in Criminology and Law. Upon her graduation, Ms. Bernstein Hough worked for the National Legal Aid and Defender Association prior to her entering the Columbus School of Law at the Catholic University of America in Washington, D.C. While in law school, Ms. Bernstein Hough was awarded the “Eleanor & James Clanton Haynes Memorial Law and Public Policy” fellowship, was a Senior Editor for a Law Journal, and volunteered for the Innocence Project investigating a case of wrongful conviction. During law school, Ms. Bernstein Hough also worked full-time as the Information Specialist for The Death Penalty Information Center where she delivered presentations about capital punishment to state, national and international organizations and even provided expert testimony before the Judiciary Committee of the Maryland House of Delegates. She graduated from the Columbus School of Law cum laude in 2002. Ms. Bernstein Hough joined the Fairfax County Public Defender’s Office in 2003 where she zealously represented clients charged with everything from Reckless Driving and Driving While Intoxicated to abduction, rape and murder. Ms. Bernstein Hough was promoted to the position of Senior Assistant Public Defender, where she continued handling serious felonies in addition to training and supervising less experienced attorneys. Ms. Bernstein Hough joined the Gordon Law Firm in 2007 where she took the responsibility of opening the firm’s Central Virginia office. In 2009 she opened her own law practice, Brisendine, Overand, Buster and Bernstein, P.C.   In 2012 Mrs. Bernstein Hough was admitted into the United States District Court, Eastern District of Virginia. After the birth of their first child in 2010, Ms. Bernstein Hough left her firm to join her husband at the Law Office of Gregory R. Hough, which they later re-named BernsteinHough, P.C.

Leveraging a background as a public defender, I created a criminal defense practice dedicated to assisting clients in Richmond, Henrico, Chesterfield, and Hanover, Virginia who face criminal charges such as drug offenses, DUI DWI, traffic tickets, reckless driving and other criminal matters.. My previous work experience has given me the ability to handle a large case load, while paying close attention to each of my clients’ cases, addressing the most intricate details of their legal defense.

I focus my practice on cases relating to all criminal law matters, including traffic violations. I have strong roots in Virginia. I grew up in Stafford County and then attended Hampden-Sydney College where I became a member of Phi Beta Kappa, and graduated Magna Cum Laude with a B.A. in 2000. I then attended the T.C. Williams School of Law at the University of Richmond and received my J.D. in 2004.. I served as Assistant Commonwealth Attorney in Hanover County where I prosecuted nearly every type of criminal case and routinely advised and trained the officers of the Hanover County Sherriff’s Office. Working as a prosecutor provided me with extensive experience that now is helping me to assist my clients who are charged with crimes. I understand that my clients are not only facing possible loss of freedom, but also financial loss, stress, and strain on family and loved ones. It is this understanding that makes me work hard to achieve the most favorable result for each client, either though aggressive trial advocacy or negotiations with prosecutors. Regardless of the type of criminal charge, I strive to ensure each case receives personalized attention, thorough research, and zealous advocacy.. In addition to being an attorney, I also have served as a volunteer Paramedic for more than a decade.  My extensive medical knowledge has proven immeasurable in many criminal cases that involve laboratory tests, medical records, and medical testimony.

Attorney Keith A. Jones practices family law (divorce/custody) and criminal defense from our Richmond and Williamsburg, Virginia offices of Smith Strong, PLC.. Keith Jones is an experienced trial lawyer, routinely in court on a weekly basis for almost 20 years.  Prior to joining Smith Strong, PLC in 2017, Keith worked for prominent law firms in Chesterfield County, Virginia and then maintained his own firm, Jones Law Group, P.C., also in Chesterfield County, Virginia, which enjoyed a solid reputation for his courtroom advocacy.. Prior to entering private practice in 2000, Keith Jones served in the United States Navy for 8 years after graduation from VCU.. Keith has litigated over 1,000 cases in over 15 jurisdictions from central Virginia through the Tidewater Virginia area--an experienced, calming voice for our clients.. Keith is a member of the Virginia State Bar, Chesterfield County Bar Association, and former member of the Virginia Trial Lawyers Association.. Outside of the courtroom, Keith is an active member of his community, having hosted over 8 charity golf events for local causes.  As Keith's children attend high school in Chesterfield County, Virginia, Keith maintains an active coaching schedule with their athletics.. Keith grew up in New Jersey, but has been proud to call Chesterfield, Virginia home since entering private practice in 2000.  Keith also attended college at VCU in Richmond, Virginia in the early 1990s, before entering the U.S. Navy, then returning to central Virginia after military service.

Experienced Criminal Defense attorney serving clients in Henrico and surrounding areas.

Experienced Criminal Defense attorney serving clients in Henrico and surrounding areas.

Experienced Criminal Defense attorney serving clients in Henrico and surrounding areas.

Experienced Criminal Defense attorney serving clients in Henrico and surrounding areas.

Experienced Criminal Defense attorney serving clients in Henrico and surrounding areas.

Experienced Criminal Defense attorney serving clients in Henrico and surrounding areas.