Top criminal defense Lawyers in Woodbridge | 18 available

Firm: Ryland & Merchak, P.C.

12728 Directors Loop , Woodbridge , Virginia 22192

Practice Areas: Business & Commercial, Criminal Defense , Estate Planning, Medical Malpractice, Nursing Home Negligence, Personal Injury, Probate , Estate Planning, Estate Planning

Firm: Law office of Punitha Cloud

(contact by email or ph for appt) , Woodbridge , Virginia 22192

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense

I am a Virginia trial lawyer who provides a diverse range of legal services, including criminal jury trials, in several counties, including Fairfax, Arlington, Loudoun, Prince William, Spotsylvania, Culpeper, and Fredericksburg. Please refer to the AVVO Q&A section to read some of my 15,500 legal answers.. The main reason I became a lawyer was that I didn’t see much diversity in the legal profession, and I thought the lawyers I hired for my life events, did not understand the context or cultural background. Though I tried to find other lawyers, my searches were futile.. I am an immigrant from India who became a US citizen a long time ago. My father, grandfathers, and great grandfathers were farmers owning huge parcels of farmland in the Indian State of Tamil Nadu, and accordingly, I studied Agriculture all through PhD and became an Assistant Professor at Tamil Nadu Agricultural University, India. Later I pursued computer programming in the United States - MS in Information Systems and worked in Siebel CRM at Accenture and SAP FICO at the Customs and Border Protection. Later, I switched to Federal Govt employee status and worked as an Inspector at the Office of Inspector General (OIG) at the Dept of Homeland Security (DHS) in Washington, D.C. My team did audits of the detention centers in Texas. As a DHS OIG inspector, I was also trained in criminal investigations by NCIS' FLETA at Glynco, Georgia.. My first entry in the United States was as a graduate research fellow with the International Food Policy Research Institute (IFPRI) in Washington, D.C. DEI is a gift and IFPRI is a non-profit institute gifting diverse opportunities to the international PhD students (like me) around the World. I started my career as an Agricultural Economist (India), as a teaching Professor (TNAU), a graduate research fellow (IFPRI) and a DAAD fellow (JLU, PhD) in Germany. Later after publishing a book and marriage, a new married last name and a career in computer coding, and a beautiful daughter, I pursued law school. That means I bring multi-continental, multi-area, and multicultural lawyering to the practice of law.. I received a Rosa Parks Scholarship and studied law at the only public and affordable law school in Washington, D.C., the University of the District of Columbia David A. Clarke School of Law. My team won the ABA Client Counseling Competition Championship in Region 3. My team also won the second place at the Nelson Mandela Int'l Negotiations Competition. Some small law schools like mine produce great defenders and change agents.. I encourage people to donate to UDC David A. Clarke School of Law which shapes many African American students, immigrant women and men into fierce defenders and champions. Please check out the free legal clinics offered by UDC law. Contact the Rising for Justice Criminal Defense Clinic in Washington DC.

Firm: Blake Woloson, Attorney At Law, LLC

3138 Golansky Blvd. , Woodbridge , Virginia 22192

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense

Firm: Stevens Caruso

4309 Ridgewood Center Drive , Woodbridge , Virginia 22192

Practice Areas: Estate Planning, Probate , Criminal Defense, Criminal Defense

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Firm: Nichols Zauzig

12660 Lake Ridge Drive , Woodbridge , Virginia 22192

Practice Areas: Civil , Criminal Defense , Family , Family, Family

Cassandra Chin is a Partner with Nichols Zauzig and joined the firm in 2001, the first job of her career. Since then, she has become a leader in Virginia family law, earning both the respect of her peers and the gratitude of clients.. Cassandra has built her career on going beyond 100% for every client. As a result, her busy practice is based on referrals – from former clients, other attorneys, judges, even opposing parties. Many people also find and request her after reading the dozens of detailed reviews that her clients share online.. While devoted to her practice, Cassandra is also committed to developing the family law profession. Early on, she got involved with local and state bar associations. Ultimately, she became the youngest person to serve on the Board of Governors for the Virginia State Bar Family Law Section, later becoming Chair. On a national level, she was one of the youngest fellows when she was accepted into the American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers (AAML), after meeting their stringent membership criteria. She is now a 2nd Vice President serving on the organization’s National Executive Committee, as well as Immediate Past President of the AAML Virginia Chapter. For the Prince William County Bar Association, Cassandra served as Co-Chair of the Family Law Committee from 2007 - 2023. Her service to the family law community earned her the Virginia State Bar Family Law Service Award in 2023.. Cassandra knew as early as 10 years old that she wanted to become a lawyer. In fact, she made a pact with her cousin to open and run a law firm together. Even though he is not part of the same firm, her cousin is also a practicing attorney.. Cassandra majored in business at James Madison University and contemplated going into corporate law, but “family law found me,” she says. It was while clerking for Judge Richard Potter that she was drawn to divorce and child custody cases. What was the attraction? “When it comes to cases involving kids, you can really help the family get through a tough time in a way that leaves everyone with respect for one other,” she says.. Family law also appealed to her business background, given the considerable financial aspects involved when dividing marital assets.“I’m very practical and tell clients my true opinion. We look at things from a cost/benefit approach. It’s important they have realistic expectations.”But first and foremost, Ms. Chin helps her clients understand the divorce process in plain English that they can understand. “I recognize divorce is a strange and new experience for most people and really do try to guide my clients through it with that in mind.”. Accepting nothing less than the best from herself and those who work with her is what drives Cassandra to excel. “If I’m going to do something, it’s going to be done to the best of my ability…plus. I have certain expectations for my work product, and I have to meet my own expectations.”

Firm: Nichols Zauzig Sandler Pc

12660 Lake Ridge Dr , Woodbridge , Virginia 22192

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense , Medical Malpractice, Personal Injury, Personal Injury, Personal Injury

Firm: Hale Hawbecker

14416 Jefferson Davis Hwy Ste 12 , Woodbridge , Virginia 22191

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Immigration, DUI & DWI, Personal Injury, Family, Asylum

Spanish speaking attorney working in northern Virginia.  I am licensed to practice in DC, Virginia, and Maryland.  Accepting all types of clients and cases from family, criminal, personal injury, bankruptcy, immigration, and more.. Over 20 years expirence working in the federal government before moving into the private sector and opening private practice.

Firm: Boone, Beale, Cosby and Long

4391 Ridgewood Center Drive , Woodbridge , Virginia 22192

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense ,DUI/DWI,Personal Injury

Firm: Banks & Associates Law Firm

3158 Golansky Blvd , Woodbridge , Virginia 22192

Practice Areas: Personal Injury, Bankruptcy, Criminal Defense

Firm: Compton & Duling LC

12701 Marblestone Drive Suite 350 , Woodbridge , Virginia 22192

Practice Areas: Civil , Corporate , Criminal Defense , Personal Injury, Real Estate , Litigation, Litigation, Litigation

Firm: Stokes Johnson Law, PLLC

13895 Hedgewood Drive, Suite 125 , Woodbridge , Virginia 22193

Practice Areas: Civil , Criminal Defense , General Practice, Municipal , Real Estate , Family, Family, Family

Jessica Stokes-Johnson, the founding attorney of Stokes Johnson Law, is a dedicated legal professional with a passion for justice. A native of Jackson, Mississippi, she earned a Bachelor of Arts in Communications from Mississippi State University and a Juris Doctorate from Thurgood Marshall School of Law.. Prior to establishing her own practice, Ms. Stokes-Johnson served as a Trust Administrative Officer for U.S. Trust, Bank of America Private Wealth Management in Chicago, Illinois. While in law school, she gained invaluable experience clerking for Judge Tim Taft of the Texas 1st Court of Appeals and interning with both the Harris County District Attorney's Office and the Secretary of State of Georgia.. With over 17 years of legal experience, Ms. Stokes-Johnson is licensed to practice in Virginia, the District of Columbia, the Eastern District of Virginia, and Illinois. She leverages her extensive experience, both in and out of court, to achieve favorable outcomes for her clients, always with a focus on justice and personalized representation.. Beyond her legal career, Ms. Stokes-Johnson is deeply involved in her community. She served as a certified Guardian Ad Litem in Prince William County, Virginia, for over a decade, and her dedication to children's welfare earned her the 2016 Prince William County Bar Association Guardian Ad Litem of the Year award. Additionally, she is a current member of the Prince William County Bar Association and has previously affiliated with several other legal organizations to include the Virginia Women Attorneys Association, the American Bar Association, and Phi Alpha Delta Legal Fraternity. Her community involvement extends to charitable work with Habitat for Humanity, the Red Cross of America, Big Brother Big Sister, and volunteering at local food pantries to help those in need.. Ms. Stokes-Johnson is happily married and has two children. In her free time, she enjoys spending time with family, including her Goldendoodle, Chase, traveling, and exploring new spas.

Firm: Law Office of Alan K. Arden

12872 Harbor Dr , Woodbridge , Virginia 22192

Practice Areas: Divorce & Family, Criminal Defense, Personal Injury

Firm: Stevens Caruso

4309 Ridgewood Center Drive , Woodbridge , Virginia 22192

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense

Former elected Commonwealth's Attorney with over 24 years experience successfully and tenaciously prosecuting and defending cases. Call now for a free consultation!

Firm: Mark Thomas Crossland

14017 Telegraph Rd , Woodbridge , Virginia 22192

Practice Areas: Divorce & Family, Personal Injury, Criminal Defense

Firm: Tate Bywater & Fuller

206   13514 Minnieville Road  221 , Woodbridge , Virginia 22193

Practice Areas: Bankruptcy,Criminal Defense ,Personal Injury

Firm: Alan K. Arden, P.C.

12872 Harbor Dr , Woodbridge , Virginia 22192

Practice Areas: Business & Commercial, Business Formation, Child Custody & Visitation, Child Support, Contracts, Criminal Defense , Divorce, Drug Crimes, DUI/DWI, Family , Felonies, Real Estate , Spousal Support, Traffic Violations, Litigation, Litigation, Litigation

Firm: Thoronka Law Offices

12656 Lake Ridge Drive Suite C , Woodbridge , Virginia 22192

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, General Practice

Firm: Boone, Beale, Cosby and Long

4391 Ridgewood Center Drive , Woodbridge , Virginia 22192

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense ,Taxation - State & Federal,White Collar Crime