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Margaret Byers
Fredericksburg, VA Attorney
Divorce and Family
William & Mary Marshall-Wythe School of Law
Margaret Byers is an attorney at Livesay & Myers, P.C., practicing exclusively family law. Her practice covers every type of family law matter in Virginia, including separation, divorce, custody, visitation, and support cases. Ms. Byers works in the firm’s Fredericksburg-Stafford office, and represents clients in Stafford, Fredericksburg, Spotsylvania and surrounding areas.
Ms. Byers graduated from William & Mary Law School in 2023. During law school, she worked at two different law firms in Williamsburg and the City of Richmond Attorney’s Office. Ms. Byers also served as an Ombudsman and as a Staff Member for the Journal of Race, Gender and...
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Ellie Pittman
Fredericksburg, VA Attorney with 3 years of experience
Divorce and Family
University of Richmond School of Law
Ellie Pittman is an attorney at Livesay & Myers, P.C., practicing exclusively family law. Her practice covers every type of family law matter in Virginia, including separation, divorce, custody, visitation and support cases. Ms. Pittman works in the firm’s Fredericksburg-Stafford office, and represents clients in Stafford, Fredericksburg, Spotsylvania and surrounding areas.
Ms. Pittman graduated cum laude from the University of Richmond School of Law in 2021, after graduating cum laude from the University of Delaware in 2018.
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Sandra Gregor
Fredericksburg, VA Lawyer with 24 years of experience
Free ConsultationPersonal Injury and Products Liability
University of Richmond School of Law
I am an experienced litigator whose practice is dedicated to standing up for the rights of clients who have been seriously injured through no fault of their own. I practice out of the Allen Law Firm's Fredericksburg office in the areas of personal injury litigation, including automobile and trucking accident litigation, product liability, and premises liability in both state and federal courts. Prior to joining Allen & Allen, I practiced law with a Richmond insurance defense firm where I gained valuable knowledge of how insurance companies and their attorneys evaluate claims and handle cases. I use this understanding combined with...
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Lindsay Barton
Newport News , VA Attorney with 14 years of experience
Business, Estate Planning, Landlord Tenant and Real Estate
Loyola Marymount University
Lindsay M. Barton is an associate focusing her practice and providing client guidance in Real Estate, Estate Planning, Civil Litigation, and miscellaneous legal matters.
Lindsay graduated from the University of California, Berkeley with a Bachelor’s Degree in Political Science. While at Berkeley, Lindsay was a member of Alpha Phi Sorority and had the fortunate experience of working and studying in Spain where she gained command of the Spanish language and exposure to its cultural, political, and legal systems.
Lindsay received her Juris Doctor from Loyola Law School, Los Angeles. During her tenure at Loyola, Lindsay was distinguished as a top oralist and...
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Gretchen Taylor Pousson
Fairfax, VA Attorney with 29 years of experience
Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Juvenile and White Collar Crime
College of William and Mary
Right out of law school, I knew I wanted to work in criminal defense. For two years, I served as an Assistant Public Defender in Roanoke, VA, my 1st murder case being only six months after I passed the bar. Finding a passion for criminal law, I went on to be a prosecutor in Newport News for 5 years, gaining invaluable trial experience and of the prosecutorial mindset. I recognized the importance of educating the next generation, teaching as an Adjunct Professor of Law at my alma mater, William & Mary. In 2002, I served as an Assistant Federal Public...
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Shawn A. Voyles
Virginia Beach, VA Lawyer with 26 years of experience
Construction, Insurance Defense, Personal Injury and Products Liability
Regent University School of Law
Virginia and Eastern North Carolina trial attorney.
For 22 years I have represented insurance carriers, businesses, and individuals in cases involving liability defense, personal injury, and insurance coverage. I specialize in cases involving premises liability, trucking and auto accidents, product liability, construction claims, employment discrimination, and traumatic brain injury claims.
I handle large exposure claims in state and federal courts throughout Virginia and Eastern North Carolina. I try the cases that need to be tried, including several of the biggest cases in Virginia in recent years, including a defense verdict in a $10 million case following a 7 day jury trial...
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Avery Adcock
Norfolk, VA Lawyer with 7 years of experience
Medical Malpractice, Nursing Home and Personal Injury
Samford University
Avery Adcock has dedicated her career to representing victims of abuse and neglect in nursing homes, hospitals and assisted living facilities across the country. Ms. Adcock also handles cases involving catastrophic personal injury and wrongful death.
Before joining Senior Justice Law Firm, Ms. Adcock was a trial attorney in the nursing home litigation department of a prominent plaintiff’s personal injury law firm, litigating cases against nursing homes and assisted living facilities in Virginia, Maryland, and Washington D.C.
Avery currently serves on the board of the DC Trial Lawyers Association and Virginia Trial Lawyers Association. Avery is also involved in the Maryland Association...
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Daniel Peter Barrera
Alexandria, VA Lawyer with 41 years of experience
Free ConsultationImmigration, Personal Injury and Workers' Comp
University of Colorado Law School
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Charles J. Nucciarone
Manassas, VA Attorney with 8 years of experience
Free ConsultationCriminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Domestic Violence and Traffic Tickets
Villanova University School of Law
C.J. has represented individuals and businesses all over the Commonwealth of Virginia in a variety of criminal, DUI, traffic, and civil matters. C.J.’s criminal, DUI, and traffic experience includes low-level traffic citations, more serious traffic matters like Reckless Driving and DUI, misdemeanor criminal offenses such as simple assault and battery, domestic violence, and shoplifting offenses, to the most serious felony crimes including violent crime, drug possession and distribution, homicide, and sexually-based offenses.
It is C.J.’s mission to provide affordable, aggressive, and effective representation to those accused of a criminal or traffic offense in his native home of Northern Virginia and...
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Federico B. Serrano
Falls Church, VA Lawyer with 21 years of experience
Immigration
Regent University School of Law
The Law Office of Federico Serrano is a results oriented law firm committed to providing innovative and cost-effective solutions to complex immigration matters. In guiding employers and individuals through the maze of immigration laws, we make it a priority to secure all immigration benefits available to our clients.
We represent companies and individuals in filing employment and family-based immigrant petitions, applying for U.S. citizenship, and obtaining nonimmigrant visas for professionals, individuals, and religious workers. We also represent individuals in securing diverse forms of relief from deportation proceedings based on an overstay or as the consequence of a criminal conviction.
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Brian A. Boys
Virginia Beach, VA Lawyer with 15 years of experience
(757) 636-4480
5265 Providence Road
Suite 303
Virginia Beach, VA 23464
Estate Planning and Probate
University of Richmond School of Law
Brian Boys brings his professionalism and significant legal skills to his clients and our community. Brian’s primary practice areas include Elder Law, Estate Planning, Estate and Trust Administration, Guardianships and Conservatorships, Special Needs Planning, and Personal Injury Settlement Consulting and Litigation in support of each of these areas. Brian is also qualified to serve as a guardian ad litem for incapacitated adults.
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Rocco Philip Thomas Columbus
Emporia, VA Lawyer with 18 years of experience
Free ConsultationCriminal Defense, DUI & DWI and Traffic Tickets
University of Richmond School of Law
A former Virginia prosecutor who is on your side. In 2014, Attorney Columbus was recognized as one of the top 100 lawyers in Criminal Defense by the National Trial Lawyers Association. Attorney Columbus has gained extensive experience having concluded over 1,500 cases including traffic criminal matters such as reckless driving, hit and run, eluding, driving on suspended license, DUIs to serious criminal matters such as larceny, sex crimes, robbery and murder cases. Rocco handles clients in Dinwiddie, Mecklenburg and Brunswick Counties for criminal and traffic matters. Clients can expect accessibility and responsiveness regarding their cases. If you have...
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Stephen M. Terpak
Annandale, VA Lawyer with 24 years of experience
(703) 256-1800
7540 Little River Tnpk
Suite A, First Floor
Annandale, VA 22003
Free ConsultationEmployment, Medical Malpractice, Personal Injury and Products Liability
George Mason University School of Law
I handle serious injury and accident cases. I also handle cases of workplace violence, including sexual assault in the workplace. All of these cases involve some kind of wrongful conduct, harm to an innocent person and a claim for just compensation. All of these cases involve can involve civil litigation and trial skills.
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L. Ilaine Upton
Annandale, VA Lawyer with 37 years of experience
Free ConsultationBankruptcy, Consumer and Foreclosure Defense
Tulane University School of Law
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Michael Brackman
Manassas, VA Lawyer with 3 years of experience
Divorce and Family
George Mason University School of Law
Michael Brackman is an associate attorney at Livesay & Myers, P.C., practicing exclusively family law. He works in the firm’s Manassas office, and represents clients throughout Manassas and Prince William County.
Mr. Brackman earned his J.D. from George Mason University in 2021, after graduating magna cum laude from Centenary College of Louisiana in 2018.
Mr. Brackman currently holds a perfect 10.0 rating from Justia.
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Michelle Mordue Helms
Virginia Beach, VA Lawyer with 25 years of experience
(757) 516-0684
2697 International Parkway
Parkway II, Suite 106
Virginia Beach, VA 23452
Free ConsultationCriminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Domestic Violence and Personal Injury
Syracuse University College of Law
High-quality representation and client satisfaction with over 31 years of experience.
Better Business Bureau member with an A+ rating.
Michelle Mordue Helms is a distinguished DUI/DWI, Criminal Defense, Personal Injury and Family Law attorney who routinely handles cases throughout Hampton Roads and the surrounding areas.
Her dedication to her clients, extensive knowledge of the law and her understanding of the applications of the law are what sets her apart from other lawyers.
Michelle Mordue Helms began as a Paralegal 31 years ago and is a graduate of Syracuse Law School. She was admitted to practice law in New York...
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Corrie Sirkin
Manassas, VA Attorney with 14 years of experience
Divorce and Family
University of Virginia School of Law
Corrie Sirkin is a conscientious, energetic, smart and capable attorney. She has practiced family law exclusively throughout her career. She provides experienced services in areas of family law which include divorce, child custody, visitation, paternity, child support, equitable distribution, pre-marital agreements, spousal support, separation, pre-marital agreements, modification, post-judgment matters, and property settlement agreements. Corrie practices family law in Virginia and is also licensed in New Jersey and New York.
Her ability to problem solve in a rational, professional and courteous manner provides proven positive outcomes. There are many options for alternative dispute resolutions including settlement discussions, negotiation and mediation which may...
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Peter Anthony Jabaly
Alexandria, VA Lawyer
Business, Employment, IP and Real Estate
Rutgers School of Law-Camden
I began my legal career with the New Jersey Office of the Attorney General before transitioning to private practice. Having worked in both the public and private sector, I have accumulated experience and knowledge that has proved invaluable.
In my practice, I focus on business litigation. My experience spans all aspects of business law, from complex immigration cases, corporate regulations, small business growth strategy, and more.
I previously served as Chair of the D.C. Bar Trial Practice Subcommittee and written for the Journal of Intellectual Property Law and Practice published by Oxford University Press.
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Michael Barrett
Annandale, VA Attorney with 22 years of experience
Free ConsultationDivorce, Domestic Violence and Family
University of Maryland Francis King Carey School of Law
I have been practicing family law and personal injury in the state of Maryland since 2003. I have helped many families deal with the heart ache of divorce and custodial issues related to divorce...helped clients deal with loss of income, transportation, and life activities due to being injured in a car crash. How may I help you?
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Jeffrey R. Blair
Virginia Beach, VA Lawyer with 11 years of experience
Free ConsultationCriminal Defense, DUI & DWI and Family
West Virginia University
I represent individuals with child custody, visitation, divorce, and other family law matters. My firm handles cases from uncontested divorces to highly litigated custody battles. We fight for a fair and just outcome and offer personalized service throughout your case.
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Joseph Blaszkow
Alexandria, VA Attorney with 44 years of experience
Free ConsultationInsurance Claims and Personal Injury
Georgetown University Law Center
Managing Attorney: Blaszkow Legal PLLC
https://alexandriainjuryattorney.com/
Attorney Joseph A. Blaszkow is an experienced trial attorney, whose focus has been helping car accident victims and others involved in personal injury matters. He has been winning cases for his clients since 1981. He has amassed over four-decades of experience, litigating cases in Maryland, Virginia, and the District, as well as appellate Courts and the US District Courts in DC, MD, and VA.
Mr. Blaszkow was also one of the first attorneys in the Commonwealth of Virginia to obtain punitive damages against a drunk driver who had injured his client.
In his personal time, Mr. Blaszkow...
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Brandon Gladstone
Springfield, VA Lawyer with 31 years of experience
Free ConsultationPersonal Injury and Workers' Comp
Indiana University - Indiana University-Bloomington
Experienced personal injury, motor vehicle accident and workers compensation attorneys with more than 23 years of experience with proven results. Will fight for every penny for our clients and give your case the attention that it deserves. We accept all cases large and small and are available to call for a free consultation 24 hours/day at 703-268-9366. Brandon Gladstone, Esquire Partner, Becker, Kellogg & Berry, P.C. 5501 Backlick Road, Suite 220 Springfield, VA 22151 703-256-1300 University of Virginia (B.S. Commerce 1990) Indiana University Law School (J.D. 1993) Licensed in Virginia, Maryland and D.C.
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Zachary A. Deubler
Alexandria, VA Attorney with 8 years of experience
Free ConsultationAppeals, Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI and Juvenile
George Mason University School of Law and George Mason University
Zachary Deubler, as Carmichael Ellis & Brock, PLLC's Senior Associate Attorney, is a vital part of the Firm's criminal defense litigation group. With extensive trial experience in both federal and state courts, Zachary works tirelessly to achieve the best result possible for his clients. Believing that preparation is critically important in defending a criminal case, Zachary works to lay the groundwork at every stage of litigation to best minimize risk and bring about favorable resolutions for his clients.
Zachary possesses a wealth of legal expertise and has represented individuals accused of international terrorism, hostage-taking, fraud, cyber...
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Wallace Bruce Wason
Alexandria, VA Lawyer with 33 years of experience
Free ConsultationLegal Malpractice and Personal Injury
The University of Georgia School of Law
Wallace B. Wason, Jr. is a trial lawyer, first and foremost. His primary practice focus is helping people who have been injured by the negligence or wrongful conduct of another. His primary practice areas include medical, dental, and legal malpractice, and personal injury.
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C. Douglas Welty
Arlington, VA Lawyer with 42 years of experience
Business and Estate Planning
University of Virginia School of Law
C. Douglas Welty, a full-time trusts & estates attorney, is certified as an Estate Planning Law Specialist by the Estate Law Specialist Board, an autonomous body accredited by the American Bar Association and affiliated with the National Association of Estate Planners & Councils. He was the first estate planning attorney in Northern Virginia to earn such certification.
Doug Welty also holds the multidisciplinary Accredited Estate Planner (AEP) designation, which is conferred by the National Association of Estate Planners & Councils upon both estate planning attorneys and highly experienced non-attorney estate planning professionals (such as certified public accountants, financial planners, insurance specialists,...
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Lynn Fletcher
FALLS CHURCH, VA Lawyer with 42 years of experience
Free ConsultationDivorce and Family
Duke University
I am dedicated to helping couples and families get through divorce in as constructive, thoughtful, amicable and cost-effective way as possible. I support my clients in finding solutions that will keep you and your family out of destructive, expensive court battles. I bring years of family mediation and collaborative divorce experience as well as specialized training and practice in parenting coordination. My focus is on helping you and your spouse to craft solutions that will work for your unique situation. My mission is to help you to make informed, thoughtful decisions about both your future and your children's future.
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C. Douglas Welty
Arlington, VA Attorney with 42 years of experience
Estate Planning and Probate
University of Virginia
I practice in Northern Virginia (including Arlington, Alexandria, Falls Church, Fairfax, Prince William, and Loudoun Counties) exclusively in the areas of estate planning; wills, trusts & estates (including probate and trust administration); estate and gift taxation; wealth preservation and asset protection; and family business law. For more information, please contact me or visit my website, weltyblair.com.
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Katherine Herrmann
Arlington, VA Lawyer with 13 years of experience
Appeals, Civil Rights and Employment
Ave Maria School of Law
Katie is passionate about educating and empowering others, and utilizes her legal experience to help individuals understand and resolve their legal issues. Although interested in a diverse range of legal fields, Katie is enthusiastic about advocating for the rights of others in matters of discrimination, employment issues, and wage and hour disputes at The Erlich Law Office.
Before coming to The Erlich Law Office, Katie worked as the Assistant City Attorney for the City of Winchester. Previously, Katie worked as an intern at the Department of Homeland Security, United States Citizenship and Immigration Services in Washington, DC.
Katie earned her J.D. from...
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Jeffrey Rhodes
Arlington, VA Attorney with 26 years of experience
Business and Employment
Washington and Lee University School of Law and The George Washington University Law School
Jeffrey Rhodes is an accomplished civil litigator, and a leading business and employment lawyer. In his many years of practice, Mr. Rhodes has litigated in courts around the country. Mr. Rhodes advises companies and executives, representing them in structuring, drafting, and defending their corporate transactions to help accomplish their business goals. Mr. Rhodes has effectively defended multi-million dollar claims and has also has obtained a multi-million dollar verdict on the plaintiff's side. He has litigated matters in all areas of civil, commercial and employment law, including: •contract disputes; •enforcement and defense...
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Ryan A Brown
Arlington, VA Lawyer with 18 years of experience
Free ConsultationEstate Planning
George Mason University
Ryan A. Brown was born in Kansas City and raised in California. His first job in the computer industry began at the age of eleven, building and repairing personal computers for a local store in Santa Barbara, California. In 1993 he began a computer and Internet consulting firm and started the first Internet Service Provider (ISP) in Santa Barbara.
Ryan went on to attend Johns Hopkins University in Baltimore, Maryland, where he received a BS in Computer Science with departmental and school honors and a BA in Spanish in 2000. Ryan is a member of Tau Beta Pi, Upsilon Pi Epsilon...
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Ofelia Lee Calderon
Fairfax, VA Lawyer with 23 years of experience
Immigration and International
University of San Francisco School of Law
Ofelia L. Calderón is a founding partner at Calderón Seguin PLC. In addition to maintaining a diverse practice which includes family, naturalization, business, and asylum, Ofelia concentrates on federal matters and removal cases. Outside her practice, Ofelia is a fervent advocate for the immigration community and has frequently taken her support and knowledge to various community forums. S
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Christina J. Aguirre
Fairfax, VA Attorney
Divorce and Family
Howard University School of Law
Christina Aguirre is a senior associate attorney at Livesay & Myers, P.C., practicing exclusively family law.
Her practice covers every type of family law matter in Virginia, including separation, divorce, custody, visitation and support cases. Ms. Aguirre works in the firm’s Fairfax office, and represents clients in Fairfax, Prince William and across Northern Virginia.
Ms. Aguirre has focused her practice on family law litigation for over a decade, most recently as a Partner at Van Hooser & Aguirre, P.C. where she served clients throughout Northern Virginia.
Ms. Aguirre earned her B.A. from Northern Arizona University, graduating cum laude. She earned her J.D. and...
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Jeffrey Scott Romanick
Fairfax, VA Lawyer with 32 years of experience
Free ConsultationBusiness, Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI and Landlord Tenant
American University Washington College of Law
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Mr. Ronald E. Smith
Fairfax, VA Attorney
Free ConsultationCriminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Social Security Disability and Traffic Tickets
George Mason University School of Law
Attorney Ronald Smith practices in State and Federal Courts in Fairfax, Prince William, and Loudon Counties. At Ronald E. Smith, P.C., our clients benefit from the skill and experience of a team of legal professionals. Whether you are facing DWI (DUI) charges, drug charges or theft charges, a team of at least two attorneys and support staff will combine their efforts to mount a united defense for you. Additionally, our firm is adept at guiding clients through the process of filing for and appealing Social Security Disability claims. If you have concerns regarding Social Security Disability (SSD) or Supplemental Security...
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Paul Liam McGlone
Fairfax, VA Attorney with 37 years of experience
Free ConsultationCriminal Defense
George Mason University School of Law
I am Paul McGlone, a defense lawyer based at McGlone Law Firm, P.C., situated in the vibrant center of Fairfax, Virginia. My practice primarily revolves around handling DUI, DWI, traffic, marijuana, and criminal cases, particularly those that are heard in the Fairfax County courts.
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Steven M. Frei
Fairfax, VA Lawyer with 42 years of experience
Free ConsultationMedical Malpractice, Personal Injury and Products Liability
University of Nebraska - Lincoln
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Natalia Forkin
Falls Church, VA Attorney with 20 years of experience
Divorce, Family and Immigration
William & Mary Marshall-Wythe School of Law
I am an attorney at Kublan Khan PLC. Before my current position, I dedicated my efforts to family law matters at the Family Law and Mediation Center, PLC. I have been practicing law since 2006 and have a background as a state government attorney handling both criminal and civil cases. My experience also extends to working for the U.S. Department of State, providing me with a deep understanding of the unique challenges faced by foreign service and military families.
I earned my law degree from the William and Mary School of Law in Williamsburg, Virginia, in 2004. Following my graduation, I...
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Wojtek P Wilczynski
Fairfax, VA Attorney
Free ConsultationDivorce, Estate Planning, Family and Immigration
Temple University
I am a sole practitioner dedicated to serving my clients by providing excellent legal representation with flexible payment options. I believe everyone deserves to have legal counsel, and for that reason, I am willing to work with clients who may require alternative payment options and who cannot afford the typical attorney fees.
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Andrew Strickland
Fairfax, VA Lawyer with 8 years of experience
Free ConsultationConsumer
Mercer University Walter F. George School of Law
I am a solutions-oriented, service provider with a background in real estate and business law. Prior to law school, I worked in real estate sales, property management, and investments. Throughout law school, my focus was on real estate and business. As a legal professional, I have held positions as an attorney providing services to the low-income and as a judicial law clerk working for a trial court judge providing research, legal drafts, and recommendations. Now, as a legal professional at Woehrle Dahlberg Jones Yao, I supplement my knowledge and experience with those in the firm to...
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Jad Sarsour
Fairfax, VA Attorney with 19 years of experience
Free ConsultationCriminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Domestic Violence and Traffic Tickets
Michigan State University
Jad Sarsour is a criminal defense and traffic attorney with the Firstpoint Law Group, P.C., in Fairfax, Virginia. Known for his strong record in the courtroom and his dedication to client relations, Mr. Sarsour represents clients in a wide variety of criminal cases, including domestic assault, sex crimes, larceny, credit card fraud, and embezzlement.
He also defends individuals charged with moving violations, driving under the influence, reckless driving, or driving with a suspended license. With trial experience in Fairfax, Alexandria, Prince William, Loudoun, and other counties in northern Virginia, Jad Sarsour has a deep understanding of the unique characteristics of...