Top Criminal Defense Lawyers in Richmond | 142 available

142 Criminal Defense lawyers are available in Richmond, Virginia, including Mitchell Wells, Mufeed Said, Murray J. Janus, and Nicholas Braswell. These lawyers are rated between 3.6/5 to 4.0/5 and 60% provide free consultation.
Avvo Rating: Rated 4.9 out of 5
Google Rating: Rated 4.6 out of 5

Mitchell Wells

Firm: Riley & Wells Attorneys At Law
1518 Willow Lawn Drive , Richmond , Virginia 23230
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense , Traffic Violations, Criminal Defense, Criminal Defense, Criminal Defense, Criminal Defense, Criminal Defense, Criminal Defense, Criminal Defense, Criminal Defense, Criminal Defense
Practice Areas:. Admitted:. Education:. Biography:. Mitchell M. Wells concentrates his law practice in the areas of criminal law, DUI and traffic violations, and has defended thousands of cases.. Prior to entering private practice, Mr. Wells served as an Assistant Attorney General in the Health Care Fraud section of the Office of the Attorney General for the Commonwealth of Virginia. Mr. Wells was responsible for supervising various fraud investigations and litigating Virginia false claim actions in federal court pursuant to the Federal False Claims Act and the Virginia Fraud Against Taxpayers Act.. Before becoming an attorney, Mr. Wells served as a Virginia State Trooper for eight years. Mr. Wells investigated thousands of criminal, drug, DUI, traffic and accident cases; was rated "exceptional" by the Virginia State Police; and, he received 23 commendations for his exemplary service to the Commonwealth of Virginia. He was also filmed by the television show "Real Stories of the Highway Patrol." Mr. Wells was certified by the Virginia Department of Forensic Science as a Breath Test Operator, and by the Virginia Department of Criminal Justice Services as a Crime Prevention Specialist, General Instructor, R.A.D.A.R. operator, V.A.S.C.A.R. operator, and to administer the NHTSA standardized field sobriety tests.. While attending law school, Mr. Wells was a summer law clerk to the Honorable Robert E. Payne, Judge, U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Virginia, and prosecuted criminal, DUI and traffic cases as an intern for the Office of the Commonwealth's Attorney for Henrico County, Virginia.. Mr. Wells represents clients throughout the Richmond-Petersburg Central Virginia area which includes the following jurisditions: Caroline County, Town of Bowling Green, Hanover County, Henrico County, New Kent County, City of Richmond, Chesterfield County, City of Colonial Heights, City of Petersburg, City of Hopewell, Prince George County, City of Emporia, Greensville County, Sussex County, Town of Waverly, Dinwiddie County, Brunswick County, Town of Lawrenceville.. Member:. Published:. Continuing Legal Education:
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“court in front of the judges to get you the best possible outcome. Don't go anywhere else, Mitch an”
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“I endorse this lawyer.”
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“I would highly recommend this law firm. I recently had an out-of-state traffic charge relating to the "move over law". Mr. Wells represented me, and appeared on my behalf, saving m…”
— AC M
Avvo Rating: Rated 3.7 out of 5
Google Rating: Rated 4.6 out of 5

Mufeed Said

Firm: Mufeed W Said, PLLC
7 South 1st ST , Richmond , Virginia 23219
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense
Licensed in Virginia and New York, Mufeed W. Said is a savvy and aggressive trial attorney equipped with years of trial experience on both sides of the courtroom.. As a public defender in Petersburg, Virginia Mr. Said racked up numerous victories for his clients. His trial tactics were covered by the media and his courtroom engineering resulted in victory in the court of appeals of Virginia.. Relentless in his post as a Senior Assistant Commonwealth’s Attorney in Richmond, Virginia, Said was cited in the Richmond Times Dispatch over twenty times relating to his work on some of the most serious cases in the City of Richmond.
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“coach a motivator he’s very humble and respectful his spirit makes you relax and motivate . I firs”
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“I had hom when he was a public defender. Gun on school grounds charge. No time.. he gave me a second chance on life. Best lawyer”
— Jonez

Scott Cardani

Firm: Bowen Ten Cardani PC
Suite 105 , Richmond , Virginia 23233
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense
Scott aggressively focuses on criminal defense and family law, personal injury (auto accidents), and other areas such as business and general law, with experience handling thousands of criminal and civil-litigation cases. He handles cases all over the Tri-City area, including the City of Richmond, and Chesterfield, Henrico, Hanover, and Goochland Counties.. Scott began his career serving as a prosecutor in the Commonwealth's Attorney's Office for the City of Chesapeake. His passion for helping people and families then led him to open his own law practice, where he spent time building relationships with the state prosecutors, judges, and clerks. Through these relationships, his trial experience, and his forthright integrity, Scott has established himself as one of the most respected attorneys in the Richmond area.. Criminal, traffic, and family law matters are difficult and stressful for both the person charged and their family. Scott represents a wide variety of clients, including those in automobile accidents, as well as those charged with traffic violations-including DUI-general misdemeanors, and felonies.. Scott also represents children as a guardian ad litem, in addition to representing clients who find themselves in the midst of a custody or visitation dispute, a divorce or separation, or a case where the state is attempting to take their children. Scott's knowledge and skills in a wide variety of complex legal matters serves to alleviate the anxiety associated with these proceedings-allowing him to successfully litigate family law matters with the desired result for the vast majority of his clients.. Scott is especially proud of his record in personal injury matters, such as automobile accidents and slip-and-fall cases, where he has successfully negotiated and litigated cases against major insurance and other companies. He understands the pain, trauma, and mental fatigue of personal injury issues and works closely with his clients to ensure they are well-prepared and ready to fight for their right to be made whole again.. When you need help from an aggressive and experienced trial attorney, Scott will treat you with the respect and dignity you deserve, listen to your concerns, tell you the truth, and always work in your best interest.. Scott is a former teacher with a Masters in Education, and a graduate of the Regent University School of Law. He has three children and is active in several faith-based activities in the community. Scott is also a member of the Virginia Bar and is admitted to practice in the federal courts of both the Eastern and Western Districts of Virginia. Scott is one of the founding partners of Bowen, Ten, Cardani.
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“Scott is a diligent and well-respected trial lawyer. He has the respect of his peers, his clients, and the Judges in the Greater Richmond Area. Scott is in Court almost every singl…”
Avvo Rating: Rated 5.0 out of 5
Google Rating: Rated 4.6 out of 5

Sara Gaborik

Firm: Law offices of Sara M. Gaborik
7 E Franklin St , Richmond , Virginia 23219
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense
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“d she dug into the evidence from the officers as well as the evidence I provided to get my cases dis”
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“I retained Sara's services for my husband. She did a great job in actually getting him out of jail and getting his charge dropped to a misdemeanor with time served. She was an exce…”
— Angel Fears

Ryan Ash

Firm: Blackburn Conte Schilling & Click PC
300 W Main St , Richmond , Virginia 23220
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense
Avvo Rating: Rated 1.0 out of 5
Google Rating: Rated 4.6 out of 5

Ronald S. Evans

Firm: Brenner, Evans and Millman, P.C.
East Franklin Street , Richmond , Virginia 23218
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense ,Family ,Legal Malpractice,Medical Malpractice,Personal Injury,Products Liability
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“FIFTEEN THOUSAND DOLLARS ($15,000.00) of hard earned money WASTED...might as well have flushed it down the commode...instead of GIVING this retainer t...”
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Avvo Rating: Rated 2.0 out of 5
Google Rating: Rated 4.6 out of 5

Robin Morgan

Firm: Blackburn, Conte, Schilling & Click, P.C.
300 W. Main St. , Richmond , Virginia 23220
Practice Areas: Automobile Accidents, Child Custody & Visitation, Child Support, Civil , Criminal Defense , Divorce, Domestic Partnership, DUI/DWI, Family , Personal Injury, Litigation, Litigation, Litigation, Litigation, Litigation, Litigation, Litigation, Litigation, Litigation, Litigation, Litigation, Litigation, Litigation, Litigation, Litigation, Litigation, Litigation, Litigation, Litigation, Litigation, Litigation
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“top of his game at all, I'm the one that suffered. Mr Morgan never called any other witnesses . Mr M”
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Avvo Rating: Rated 3.3 out of 5
Google Rating: Rated 4.6 out of 5

Robert Dybing

Firm: Thompson and McMullan, A Professional Corporation
100 Shockoe Slip , Richmond , Virginia 23219
Practice Areas: Appellate , Civil , Criminal Defense , Employment & Labor , Insurance , Elder Law, Elder Law, Elder Law, Elder Law, Elder Law, Elder Law
Avvo Rating: Rated 4.7 out of 5
Google Rating: Rated 4.6 out of 5

Richard Quitiquit

Firm: Jurach, Tacey & Quitiquit
2800 N. Parham Road. , Richmond , Virginia 23294
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense
Tony concentrates his legal practice to criminal law, including traffic violations. Tony is a resident of Richmond, Virginia. He graduated from Hampden Sydney with a B.A. in political science. Tony was also a member of Pi Kappa Alpha and selected to be a part of the Wilson Center for Leadership in the Public Interest. Tony earned the James Madison Public Service Certificate by completing coursework and interning at the office of Congressman Randy Forbes. He earned his juris doctor from the Charleston School of Law in 2011.. While in Charleston Tony served as Secretary of the Student Bar Association. He also served as an Ambassador for the school and completed over 500 hours of community service. He has been admitted to practice before all courts in the Commonwealth of Virginia.. Tony started his legal career as an Assistant Commonwealth’s Attorney in Halifax, Virginia. After a year prosecuting in Halifax, he moved to the Richmond area and worked again as an Assistant Commonwealth’s Attorney in Hanover. While serving as an Assistant Commonwealth’s attorney, Tony worked on all types of criminal traffic matters, including DUI and reckless driving. He worked in Juvenile and Domestic Relations, General District, and Circuit Court handling everything from basic misdemeanors to complex felonies.. Tony is now applying the considerable experience and expertise that he gained as a prosecutor to aggressively defend his criminal clients in the courts of this state.
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“I would not recommend this attorney at all. Find someone that actually cares about their clients. Tw”
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“Tony is relentless in researching and preparing for the best outcome for his clients. I am always impressed by his knowledge and arguments in Court. I highly recommend Tony.”
Avvo Rating: Rated 3.1 out of 5
Google Rating: Rated 4.6 out of 5

Scott Stovall

Firm: CowanGates PC
1930 Huguenot Road , Richmond , Virginia 23235
Practice Areas: Civil , Construction , Criminal Defense , Real Estate , Estate Planning, Estate Planning

Peter Bowen

Firm: Bowen, Clements, & Favret, PLLC
8740 Landmark Rd , Richmond , Virginia 23228
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense

Peter Baruch

Firm: Parcell & Webb, P.C.
6802 Paragon Pl Ste 602 , Richmond , Virginia 23230
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense
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“Pete and I prosecuted together in Henrico and we've kept in touch while in private practice. Pete is a thorough, experienced trial lawyer.”
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“Peter Baruch was recommended by a good friend. What a great knowledgeable lawyer. He was able to get my case dismissed. Very Highly recommended.”
— Tim Harper
Avvo Rating: Rated 4.8 out of 5
Google Rating: Rated 4.6 out of 5

Paul Kunberger

Firm: Law Office Paul H. Kunberger
2501 Monument Ave. , Richmond , Virginia 23220
Practice Areas: Bankruptcy, Civil , Criminal Defense , Education , Immigration & Naturalization , Real Estate , Probate, Probate
Paul Kunberger is a licensed attorney living and working in the City of Richmond. Paul received his BA in Political Science from Virginia Commonwealth University in 1976 and his J.D. in Law from the University of Baltimore in 1980. He was admitted to the Maryland Court of Appeals in 1981, the DC Court of Appeals in 1982, and the Virginia Supreme Court in 1994. Paul has also been admitted into US Bankruptcy Court in the Eastern and Western districts of Virginia, the district of Maryland, and the U.S. District Court of Maryland and Washington D.C.
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“I hired Mr. Kunberger to represent me in a basic custody and unpaid child support case. It was a pretty much a slam dunk case in everyone’s opinion. E...CynthiaPaul I'd very knowle…”
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“Mr. Kunberger is a knowledgeable and caring attorney. You are in good hands if you choose to have him assist you.”
Avvo Rating: Rated 4.9 out of 5
Google Rating: Rated 4.6 out of 5

Paul Galanides

Firm: Law Office of Paul C. Galanides, P.C.
1561 East Main Street , Richmond , Virginia 23219
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense
Richmond criminal defense lawyer Paul C. Galanides has been a public defender, prosecutor for the Attorney General, Court of Appeals prosecutor, Henrico County Prosecutor, and has worked with Joe Morrissey of Joe Morrissey and Associates and David Carlson of Carlson & Collier. In his more than two decades of professional experience, he has handled nearly every misdemeanor and felony offense, big and small. He uses this knowledge to his clients’ advantage, applying his passion for the law and care for every client to each case he takes on. Attorney Galanides truly cares about his clients and will dedicate whatever time is necessary to ensure they receive the best possible defense. Contact the firm today to schedule a complimentary case consultation.
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“he work he put in, though I would have liked a bit more engagement throughout the process.”
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“As a fellow lawyer, I have seen Paul in practice. He works hard, he is diligent and he fights for the right outcome. Maybe most importantly, he appears to care about his clients an…”
Avvo Rating: Rated 4.9 out of 5
Google Rating: Rated 4.6 out of 5

Nicholas Braswell

Firm: Nicholas Braswell Attorney at Law
4124 East Parham Rd , Richmond , Virginia 23228
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense
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“ide. One of the few I felt I could trust, was real and in the right profession.”
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“Nick Braswell is a passionate and talented attorney who puts his clients first.”
Avvo Rating: Rated 3.7 out of 5
Google Rating: Rated 4.6 out of 5

Paulette C. Taliaferro

Firm: Framme Law Firm, PC
2812 Emerywood Parkway , Richmond , Virginia 23294
Practice Areas: Bankruptcy,Collections,Consumer Protection,Criminal Defense ,Family ,Landlord & Tenant
Avvo Rating: Rated 3.7 out of 5
Google Rating: Rated 4.6 out of 5

Robert Windle

Firm: Boone Beale, PLLC
27 North 17th Street , Richmond , Virginia 23219
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense
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“Mr. Windle and his office handled a speeding violation for my daughter and I felt that his handling”
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Avvo Rating: Rated 3.4 out of 5
Google Rating: Rated 4.6 out of 5

Patrick R. Hanes

Firm: Williams Mullen
East Cary Street , Richmond , Virginia 23218
Practice Areas: Appellate ,Civil ,Criminal Defense ,Intellectual Property
Avvo Rating: Rated 3.3 out of 5
Google Rating: Rated 4.6 out of 5

Murray J. Janus

701 East , Richmond , Virginia 23218
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense ,Domestic Partnership,Personal Injury
Avvo Rating: Rated 5.0 out of 5
Google Rating: Rated 4.6 out of 5

Reuben V. Greene

Firm: Reuben V. Greene, P.C.
East Main Street , Richmond , Virginia 23219
Practice Areas: Assault & Battery,Automobile Accidents,Civil ,Criminal Defense ,Drug Crimes,DUI/DWI,Sexual Abuse,Trucking Accidents,Wrongful Death
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“From top to bottom, Robinson & Greene is a well run Law Office! I’ve hired Mr Greene as my attorney over the last decade, and he has never disappointed. Mr Greene is punctual, resp…”
— George Butler

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