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Jennifer Leffler is a true advocate that fights tirelessly for her clients. She believes in getting to know her clients and understanding the circumstances that brought them to her. As a former prosecutor and law clerk in Fairfax County, Jennifer has experience on all sides of the law. She has the unique ability to assess a case from all angles, which not only helps her prepare for trial, but also allows her to provide her clients with the best possible advice. She represents clients in criminal and civil matters in Fairfax County and the surrounding jurisdictions. Jennifer has been named one of Washington's Best Lawyers by Washingtonian Magazine and a Rising Star by SuperLawyers.

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.

Being charged with a crime or serious traffic offense can be stressful.  The consequences of a conviction could affect your job, your career and your reputation.. I understand this and I take care to assure all my clients as to the strengths of their cases under current law.  I will listen to the facts of your case, explain the legal rules that apply and explain the various ways that we can win your case.  A defendant deserves respect for his rights and a vigorous, aggressive defense.  That's what I provide.

CASE RESULTS DEPEND ON A VARIETY OF FACTORS UNIQUE TO EACH CASE. CASE RESULTS DO NOT GUARANTEE OR PREDICT A SIMILAR RESULT IN ANY FUTURE CASE UNDERTAKEN BY THE LAWYER.. Attorney Wilfred Yeargan has 19 years of trial experience in Virginia state and federal courts.  His law office handles felony, misdemeanor and traffic offenses throughout the state. Mr. Yeargan represents both adults and juveniles charged with criminal offenses.. Attorney Yeargan also assists clients with civil litigation, including personal injury, contract disputes, debt collection, corporate formation, property damage and landlord-tenant law.. Contact his office today for a free, initial consultation.

C. M. Jackson otherwise known as “CJ” is the founding attorney of C. M. Jackson Legal. PLLC. She attended Howard Univeristy and received a Bachelors of Arts in Legal Communication. In 2009 she matriculated through Liberty University, School of Law with a specialized focus on criminal defense.. Upon graduation, CJ was an associate attorney for a boutique firm in Alexandria, Virginia. Her experience there produced in her the skillset necessary to adequately defend clients of the Newport News Public Defenders Office. CJ also served on the advisory board of the Newport News Juvenile Drug Court. During her time in Newport News she grew an affinity for the practice of juvenile law and took a special interest in representing juveniles faced with more serious crimes.. CJ has had the opportunity to serve the citizens of Virginia from both sides of the courtroom. After a few years as an assistant public defender she became an assistant Commonwealth’s attorney for the state of Virginia in the city of Portsmouth. There she litigated several cases dealing with domestic violence, felony gun possession, animal cruelty, and drug distribution.. CJ is committed to the pursuit of justice. She is a very aggressive and zealous advocate. Understanding that criminal convictions have lifetime implications CJ does her due diligence to make sure her clients have a clear understanding during each stage of the process.

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Please allow me to introduce myself professionally.  I practice throughout the extended Northern Virginia area.  I have over 25 years’ experience in practice. If you have ANY matter possibly having ANY kind of legal consequences, please contact me immediately – it is less expensive, and more effective, that I give guidance to protect your interests at the start, than to correct a mistake later.  I am available evenings and weekends.

David Lloyd is an attorney who focuses on the rights of the accused and engages in goal-oriented representation. He graduated from George Mason University School of Law, and while in law school interned at the Fairfax County Public Defender's office as well as private criminal defense law firms. He is admitted to practice in the state courts of Virginia.. David represents clients in all types of cases, from simple traffic infractions to major felonies. He has extensive experience throughout Northern Virginia courts and uses that experience to navigate client's cases to positive results.. David grew up in Reston, Virginia and currently lives in Falls Church with his wife and dog.

Aaron Pomeranz is a long-time resident of Hampton Roads and attended Kempsville High School where he played catcher for the Chiefs. He attended William and Mary, continued to play baseball for the Tribe, and graduated in 1992 with a degree in Business Administration. After college, Aaron decided to pursue a career in public service and became a police officer with the Norfolk Police Department, graduating the police academy in 1993. While in the police academy, Aaron started working toward his master’s degree in Public Administration at Old Dominion University, which he completed in 1997. Throughout his almost-25 years in law enforcement, Aaron moved through the ranks in various assignments to include: the Detective Division, Vice and Narcotics, K-9, SWAT, and Homeland Security. As he neared retirement, Aaron knew that it was time to work toward the next step in his career and started attending law school locally at Regent University. He graduated from law school in 2016 while graduating in the top 20% of his class. Aaron retired from the police force on July 1, 2017, having obtained the rank of Captain, and started practicing law on the same day.. Like many in the area, Aaron was brought to Hampton Roads as a child due to his father's service in the military. He grew up in Virginia Beach and then went to college at William and Mary. After graduating, he returned home and worked in law enforcement for almost twenty five years before starting to practice law. He finds his experience in law enforcement not only benefits his clients when he defends them for criminal offenses, but also benefits his representation of all clients who find themselves in other difficult situations. Following law school, Aaron worked for a Tidewater law firm in a variety of roles, from serving as a Guardian ad-litem on custody matters and as court appointed counsel for indigent defendants, and practicing in the areas of family law, criminal defense, DUI, reckless driving and other traffic cases.. Since he began practicing law, Aaron had numerous cases with the attorneys at Park Zeigler and saw firsthand the professional and knowledgeable manner in which they handled their cases and complicated legal matters. When offered the opportunity to join the firm, he couldn’t pass it up. Aaron looks forward to being able to provide his clients outstanding service at Parks Zeigler for many years to come.. Aaron, his wife, Sara, and their five children reside in Chesapeake, Virginia. Aaron and Sara’s children all participate in extracurricular activities, to include soccer, gymnastics, and crew. Aaron and his family enjoy trips to the Outer Banks several times a year where they get to spend time with extended family. Religion plays a big part in their life and they attend and serve at River Oak Church in Chesapeake. In the last few years, Aaron and Sara have opened their home and hearts to foster children from a local department of social services. When Aaron isn’t being a lawyer, husband, and father, he enjoys rooting for the New York Yankees, exercising, and doing construction projects around his house.

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Attorney Ryan Grace is an aggressive trial attorney who draws on his lengthy career as a former Assistant District Attorney at the Delaware County District Attorney’s Office, where he worked for over ten years. From November 2010 to January 2020, Ryan prosecuted cases of child abuse, sexual assault, and domestic violence in the Special Victim’s Unit. During his career as a prosecutor he litigated over 35 jury trials to verdict as well as hundreds of bench trials and motion hearings, including multiple cases of child abuse and domestic violence homicide, and several prosecutions of elected officials and police officers for sexual abuse. Ryan was eventually promoted to Chief of the Special Victims Unit, where he oversaw all the investigations and prosecutions of child abuse, sexual assault, and domestic violence in Delaware County.. Ryan’s experience as a Special Victims prosecutor makes him an ideal attorney for victims of sexual abuse, violent crimes, and serious personal injury. Ryan can zealously fight for justice on behalf of anyone seriously harmed by another person. His ability in the courtroom allows him to litigate a broad range of civil cases and disputes. He is skilled at presenting evidence in a clear, compelling manner, and is also skilled at sharply challenging any evidence offered against his client. As a criminal defense attorney Ryan can negotiate very favorable outcomes, and is also prepared to vigorously challenge police investigations and contest evidence at trial.. Ryan is empathetic and able to genuinly connect with clients to truly understand their position. He is skilled at the legal analysis needed to find the best approach for each case. And he has a natural talent for the litigation and persuasion that can secure the best result in any dispute.. Please call to discuss any legal issue you may be experiencing.