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25 Criminal Defense lawyers are available in Arlington, Virginia. These lawyers are rated between 4.7/5 to 5.0/5 and 53% provide free consultation.

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Avvo Rating: Rated 5.0 out of 5
Lawyers Rating: Rated 3.4 out of 5
Google Rating: Rated 2.0 out of 5

Adam Hancock

Firm: Rhodes and Hancock PLLC
2007 15th St N Ste 100 , Arlington , Virginia 22201
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense , DUI/DWI, Traffic Violations, Speeding & Traffic Ticket, Speeding & Traffic Ticket, Speeding & Traffic Ticket, Speeding & Traffic Ticket, Speeding & Traffic Ticket, Speeding & Traffic Ticket, Speeding & Traffic Ticket, Speeding & Traffic Ticket
With nearly 10 years of experience in representing clients with their serious traffic and criminal cases, I have the experience and understanding to tackle your problem.
Avvo Rating: Rated 5.0 out of 5
Lawyers Rating: Rated 5.0 out of 5
Google Rating: Rated 2.0 out of 5

G. "Rex" Flynn Jr.

Firm: The Flynn Law Firm PLLC
2111 Wilson Boulevard - Suite 700-F , Arlington , Virginia 22201
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Federal Crime, Speeding & Traffic Ticket, Expungement
Rex focuses his practice primarily in the criminal and family arenas. He firmly believes client-centered representation. As such, the client’s needs are the primary driver of the course of litigation. Once the client’s needs and wishes are established, Rex Flynn will zealously work (with integrity) to obtain the desired result, often with innovative solutions.. A graduate of George Mason University’s School of Law, Mr. Flynn served multiple terms in student government, the Black Law Students Association (regional and local), the American Bar Association (the 11th Circuit Lt. Governor of Diversity), the Honor Committee and as an editor for the Journal of Law, Economics and Policy. Rex is also a proud alum of his beloved Hampton University, where he studied psychology, and was involved in the Concert Choir. As an attorney, Rex is a member of several bar associations where he practices, and has served on the Board of Directors for the Arlington County Bar Association.. Rex also gives back to the community in service organizations as well. He serves as the President-Elect of the Arlington County Bar Association, and also serves as Secretary and Judicial Selection Chair for the Northern Virginia Black Attorney’s Association (NOVABAA) as well as the Chief Legal Officer of Change Makers United. Additionally, Rex was recently selected as SuperLawyer 2019 Rising Star. In his spare time, Rex enjoys cheering for his beloved NY Knicks, his hometown Redskins, and playing with his dog Bam Bam. If you or someone you care about has been accused of a crime or is in need of legal assistance, contact the Flynn Law Firm. We are an African American law firm with 10 years of experience. You deserve to be represented by an attorney that you trust and that will fight for you to the very end. Give us a call today for a free consultation.
Avvo Rating: Rated 5.0 out of 5
Lawyers Rating: Rated 4.1 out of 5
Google Rating: Rated 2.0 out of 5

Rachael Louise Gray

Firm: Law Offices of Joseph M. Perez, PC
2007 15th St. N , Arlington , Virginia 22201
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Speeding & Traffic Ticket, Immigration
As Senior Associate at Law Offices of Joseph M. Perez, PC, Rachael goes the extra mile for her clients and represents clients facing serious criminal charges. She has a sharp legal mind honed from her experience representing clients in a variety of criminal cases.. Specialties:. Please contact Rachael at. Disclaimer: Favorable results in the past do not guarantee favorable results in the future. Each case is different.
Yelp Rating: Rated 4.0 out of 5
Google Rating: Rated 2.0 out of 5

Ovando Law

Firm: Ovando Law
2111 Wilson Blvd , Arlington , Virginia 22201
Practice Areas: Divorce & Family, Criminal Defense, Elder
Avvo Rating: Rated 5.0 out of 5
Lawyers Rating: Rated 4.4 out of 5
Google Rating: Rated 2.0 out of 5

Molly Newton

Firm: Newton Turner PLLC
2111 Wilson Blvd. , Arlington , Virginia 22201
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense
Ms. Newton served as the Chief Deputy Commonwealth's Attorney, the second highest ranking prosecutor in the county, focusing on the prosecution of homicide, violent sex offenses, and other high-profile cases.
Avvo Rating: Rated 3.0 out of 5
Lawyers Rating: Rated 3.4 out of 5
Google Rating: Rated 2.0 out of 5

Mark S Thrash

3800 Fairfax Dr Ste 7 , Arlington , Virginia 22203
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense
Avvo Rating: Rated 5.0 out of 5
Lawyers Rating: Rated 5.0 out of 5
Google Rating: Rated 2.0 out of 5

Mark D Cummings

Firm: Sher, Cummings and Ellis
3800 Fairfax Drive , Arlington , Virginia 22203
Practice Areas: Civil , Estate Planning, Personal Injury, Products Liability, Professional Malpractice, Wrongful Death, Criminal Defense, Criminal Defense, Criminal Defense, Criminal Defense, Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Speeding & Traffic Ticket, White Collar Crime, Personal Injury
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 offenses). Personal Injury. White Collar Crimes. Wrongful Death. Legal Malprice. Commercial Litigation/Breach of contract. Expungement. Estate Administration. Defamation. Education:. Marshall-Wythe School of Law; International School of Law, J.D., 1978, University of Virginia, B.A., 1973; College of William & Mary. Admitted:. 1978, Virginia; 1979, U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Virginia, U.S. Fourth Circuit Court of Appeals, U.S. Court of Appeals for the District of Columbia, Virginia Supreme Court; 1987, U.S. Supreme Court; 1988, District of Columbia; 2002, U.S. District Court, District of Columbia. Memberships:. Arlington County Bar Association (Director, 1987-1989; President, 1990-1991; Member, Judicial Selection Committee, 1993-2002; Arlington County Bar Foundation (Board of Directors, 1990—present; Chairman, 2001-2002) and Virginia Bar Association (Member, Judicial Selection Committee, Federal Judiciary 2003—present); Virginia State Bar (Bar Council, 1995-2006; 2007-2013); The District of Columbia Bar; Virginia Trial Lawyers Association (Board of Governors, District 12, 2001—present); American Association for Justice (2015-present.). Biography:. Delta Theta Phi. Articles Editor, International School of Law Review, 1977-1978. Author: “Enforcement of the Federal Trade Commission Act: Does the Consumer Have a Private Right of Action in Federal Court?” ISL Law Review, Vol. 2, page 99, 1977. Adjunct Professor, George Mason University School of Law, 2000—present.. Representative Cases:. United States v. W. Mark Felt and Edward S. Miller, Crim. No. 78-00179 (D.C. D.C., 1980); Coleman v. Hogan, 254 Va. 64, 486 S.E.2d 548 (1997); Weimer v. Commonwealth, 5 Va.App. 47, 360 S.E.2d 381 (1986). Espinozo v. Hillwood Square Mutual Association, 525 F.Supp. 559 (E.D.1981). Richmond Fredericksburg & Potomac Rail Road v. Davis Industries, Inc. 787 F.Supp. 572 (E.D. Va. 1992).
Avvo Rating: Rated 5.0 out of 5
Lawyers Rating: Rated 3.7 out of 5
Google Rating: Rated 2.0 out of 5

Louis A. Kleiman

Firm: Louis A. Kleiman
2055 15th St N Ste 333 , Arlington , Virginia 22201
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense , Military , Traffic Violations, Criminal Defense, Criminal Defense, Criminal Defense, Criminal Defense, Criminal Defense, Criminal Defense, Criminal Defense, Criminal Defense, Criminal Defense, Criminal Defense, Criminal Defense, Criminal Defense
Attorney Louis Kleiman completed his Master of Law Degree in criminal law, at Duke University Law School before moving to the Washington metro area in 1972.  After making a spectaculer start to his career in Durham, North Carolina with a notorious trial that gained extensive media coverage where he successfully represented one of the biggest drug dealers in the state.  Mr. Kleiman used this success to build an exceptional legal career and track record in winning cases for his clients.  Known as the "peoples lawyer" Mr. Kleiman works tirelessly to ensure that the rights of each client he takes on are protected through fair and impartial legal representation.
Avvo Rating: Rated 5.0 out of 5
Lawyers Rating: Rated 4.6 out of 5
Google Rating: Rated 2.0 out of 5

Gregory Hunter

2055 15th St N Ste 302 , Arlington , Virginia 22201
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense
Yelp Rating: Rated 4.8 out of 5
Google Rating: Rated 2.0 out of 5

David Deane Law

Firm: David Deane Law
1100 N Glebe Rd , Arlington , Virginia 22201
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Traffic Ticketing, DUI
Avvo Rating: Rated 5.0 out of 5
Lawyers Rating: Rated 5.0 out of 5
Google Rating: Rated 2.0 out of 5

Adam Krischer

Firm: Dennis & Krischer, PLLC
2111 Wilson Blvd. , Arlington , Virginia 22201
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Federal Crime, DUI & DWI, White Collar Crime
A graduate of the George Washington University and the University of Denver College of Law, Mr. Krischer focused his early legal career in prosecution. As a staff attorney at the National District Attorneys Association, he assisted the creation of the National Center for the Prosecution of Violence Against Women and drafted curriculum and served as an instructor for prosecutors nationwide. Mr. Krischer left NDAA to serve as an Assistant Commonwealth's Attorney for Arlington County, prosecuting a range criminal activity from traffic offenses and DUIs to rape and other aggravated felonies. Mr. Krischer left prosecution and worked for the Stuttgart Law Center at the United States Army Garrison Stuttgart in Stuttgart, Germany while his wife, an active duty Air Force officer, was assigned to United States Africa Command. Upon returning to the United States, Mr. Krischer joined Mr. Dennis and Mr. Stewart in serving individuals and families in need throughout DC and the state and federal courts of Virginia.. Mr. Krischer is proud to serve the local legal community in a variety of positions. He is a Past President of the Arlington County Bar Association, Past Chair of the Board of Directors for the Arlington County Bar Foundation, Past Chair of the Fourth District Disciplinary Committee of the Virginia State Bar. Mr. Krischer currently serves as Chair of the Policy Board for the Arlington and Falls Church Alcohol Safety Action Committee, a member of the Virginia State Bar Council representing the 17th Judicial District covering Arlington County and the City of Falls Church and a member of the Board of Directors for Culpepper Garden, providing affordable housing and services for seniors in Arlington County.. Mr. Krischer is a recipient of the United States Army Outstanding Civilian Service Medal and the US Army Achievement Medal for Civilian Service. He is the author of "Justice is Blind, It Is Not Stupid: Applying Common Sense to Crawford v. Washington."
Avvo Rating: Rated 4.8 out of 5
Google Rating: Rated 2.0 out of 5

David A. Oblon

Firm: Albo and Oblon, L.L.P.
Clarendon Boulevard , Arlington , Virginia 22201
Practice Areas: Appellate ,Civil ,Constitutional ,Contracts,Criminal Defense ,Internet ,Labor
Avvo Rating: Rated 5.0 out of 5
Lawyers Rating: Rated 5.0 out of 5
Google Rating: Rated 2.0 out of 5

Christopher Davis

Firm: Law Office of Christopher Michael Davis, PLC
2111 Wilson Blvd , Arlington , Virginia 22201
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense
Prosecutor, Judge or Jury, I understand how to effectively advocate and get results.  Keeping clients engaged is integral to a successful defense.  No substitutes.  One Lawyer.  Direct.
Avvo Rating: Rated 5.0 out of 5
Lawyers Rating: Rated 3.2 out of 5
Google Rating: Rated 2.0 out of 5

Charles Fitzgerald

Firm: The FitzGerald Firm
2007 North 15th Street. , Arlington , Virginia 22201
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI
Yelp Rating: Rated 3.0 out of 5
Google Rating: Rated 2.0 out of 5

Buscemi Leonard P

Firm: Buscemi Leonard P
5531 Lee Hwy , Arlington , Virginia 22207
Practice Areas: Personal Injury, Criminal Defense
Avvo Rating: Rated 5.0 out of 5
Lawyers Rating: Rated 5.0 out of 5
Google Rating: Rated 2.0 out of 5

Bradley Rittenhouse Haywood

Firm: Haywood Law LLC
2311 Wilson Blvd. 3rd Floor , Arlington , Virginia 22201
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Appeals
“It is not hyperbole to say that Bradley R. Haywood has changed the entire legal landscape in Virginia. As the founder of Justice Forward Virginia, he revolutionized the criminal justice reform movement throughout the Commonwealth” — Virginia Lawyers Weekly. Brad Haywood has practiced criminal defense for over two decades, including 7 years as Chief Public Defender for Arlington County & the City of Falls Church, Virginia, 8 years as an Assistant Public Defender in Alexandria, and 6 years with Sheldon, Flood and Haywood, PLC. He is a graduate of the University of Michigan and Columbia Law School. In the course of his career, Brad has represented thousands of clients in over 300 trials, including more than 50 jury trials. Brad has served as an Adjunct Professor of Trial Advocacy at American University, Washington College of Law, and as a lecturer for groups including the Virginia Bar Association, U.S. Commission on Civil Rights, Virginia Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers, and the Virginia Indigent Defense Commission.. Brad is the 2021 recipient of the Arlington NAACP's Charles P. Monroe Civil Rights Award, a member of the 2022 class of Virginia Lawyers Weekly's Leaders in the Law, and in 2025 was honored by the Virginia General Assembly in House Resolution 893 "exemplary counsel to clients in both state and federal courts throughout the Commonwealth," "deep commitment to local community engagement," and "making a difference in countless lives.". Haywood Law LLC focuses primarily on state and federal criminal defense, encompassing criminal trials, criminal appeals, and post-conviction litigation, such as petitions for clemency, claims of actual innocence and writs of habeas corpus alleging ineffective assistance of counsel. Brad represents clients throughout the Commonwealth, but primarily Northern Virginia jurisdictions, including Arlington/Falls Church, Alexandria, Fairfax County, Fairfax City, Vienna, Prince William County, Manassas, Loudoun County, and Stafford. He also practices in the U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Virginia.. Case types include:
Yelp Rating: Rated 3.2 out of 5
Google Rating: Rated 2.0 out of 5

Bergstrom Attorneys

Firm: Bergstrom Attorneys
4601 Fairfax Dr , Arlington , Virginia 22203
Practice Areas: Estate Planning, Criminal Defense, Personal Injury
Avvo Rating: Rated 5.0 out of 5
Lawyers Rating: Rated 5.0 out of 5
Google Rating: Rated 2.0 out of 5

Andrew Omar Clarke

Firm: A. Clarke Law, PLLC
2111 Wilson BLVD , Arlington , Virginia 22201
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Violent Crime, Drug Crime
Andrew O. Clarke is a Washington, DC based attorney who has built his practice around zealous advocacy of his clients.  The key to the success of his law practice is his ability to work through his client's legal issues to develop a resolution.  Most of his retained clients are referrals from other attorneys and satisfied clientele which speaks to his reputation in the community.  If you have a legal issue in DC or Virginia, contact us for a consultation.
Avvo Rating: Rated 5.0 out of 5
Lawyers Rating: Rated 4.1 out of 5
Google Rating: Rated 2.0 out of 5

Alexander Galliher von Fricken

Firm: von Fricken Law PLC
3033 Wilson Boulevard, Suite 700 , Arlington , Virginia 22201
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Landlord & Tenant, DUI & DWI, Landlord & Tenant
Alexander von Fricken is a former Virginia prosecutor with a strong background in criminal law. His criminal law experience includes exposure to a wide range of felonies, misdemeanors, and traffic infractions in the Circuit, General District, and Juvenile and Domestic Relations Courts of Virginia.. Mr. von Fricken attended the University of Virginia, where he graduated with a B.S. in Commerce with concentrations in finance and accounting. He attended law school at The Washington and Lee University School of Law, where he discovered his passion for litigation and the courtroom.. After graduating law school, Mr. von Fricken worked as an Assistant Commonwealth’s Attorney in Prince William County where he amassed significant trial experience, handling thousands of misdemeanors and felony cases, while taking dozens of cases to jury and bench trials in the county’s Circuit Court.. He founded a private practice, von Fricken Law PLC, where he has utilized his criminal justice and trial experiences as well as professional relationships to represent the best interests of his clients throughout Northern Virginia state courts on a broad range of criminal, traffic, and civil offenses.  He also handles related matters such as driver’s license issues, firearms rights and concealed weapon permit issues, expungements, bond motions, suppression motions, civil asset forfeiture, probation violations, protective orders, and victim representation.
Avvo Rating: Rated 5.0 out of 5
Lawyers Rating: Rated 3.7 out of 5
Google Rating: Rated 2.0 out of 5

Robert Cambridge

3806 23rd Street N. , Arlington , Virginia 22207
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense
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