How a DUI Arrest for Property Damage Can Affect Your Car Insurance Premiums
When a driver is arrested for DUI causing property damage, the ripple effect on car insurance premiums can be both immediate and severe, leaving lasting financial scars. Insurers recalibrate the risk associated with these drivers, often resulting in skyrocketed premiums that reflect the heightened liability. As much as the initial shock affects one’s wallet, understanding…
Juvenile Offenders: Dangers of Self-Representation
Navigating Juvenile Court: The Perils of Representing Your Child Without Legal Counsel Confronted with the labyrinth of juvenile court, parents often face the daunting prospect of representing their child amid a sea of legal intricacies they may scarcely comprehend. While distinct from adult offenses, juvenile crime carries its own set of serious consequences that demand…
Common Mistakes to Avoid When Hiring a Virginia Criminal Defense Attorney
There are few things worse than getting arrested and going to jail. A single incident can derail your life and make it difficult to get a new job, apply for housing, etc. To make matters worse, even a brief period of incarceration can have a significant impact on your mental health. It’s imperative to work…
What to Do If Your Child Is Charged with a Juvenile Crime
According to the ACLU, 60,000 minors are currently incarcerated in the United States. While counting your child among them is a nightmare scenario, it does happen to many families. If you don’t know your rights and determine the next steps, this situation could rip your family apart. Luckily, a high-quality attorney may help you prove…
A Guide to Hiring a Attorney When Charged With Grand Larceny
Accused of grand larceny and staring down the frightening corridor of the justice system? The panic you’re feeling isn’t unique, but it can be incapacitating. The stakes in a grand larceny case are too high to go it alone. You’re not just fighting for your freedom; you’re fighting for your future, your reputation, and your…
How to Beat a DUI in Fairfax County: Advice From a Defense Attorney
You’ve just experienced one of the most frightening moments in a driver’s life: being charged with a DUI. A DUI conviction can result in a suspended license, jail time, and hefty fines. It can also have a negative impact on your job, your relationships, and your overall quality of life. In this article, we will…
How Long Does Reckless Driving Stay On Your Record in Virginia?
Virginia drivers, ease off the gas. Cops never shy away from giving speeding tickets. Each year, they dole them to 41 million drivers for a total of $6 billion in traffic fines. That said, there’s a big difference between going ten over the speed limit and reckless driving. Reckless driving not only endangers the lives of others, but…
Charged with a DUI: The Importance of a Traffic Defense Lawyer
1.5 million people are charged with driving under the influence of either drugs or alcohol in the United States. Being charged with driving under the influence (DUI) is a serious legal matter that can have far-reaching consequences. From legal penalties to potential damage to one’s reputation and personal life, the ramifications of a DUI conviction…
Traffic Defense Lawyer: Virginia Traffic Laws You Need to Know
Virginia driving laws are important to follow. Unfortunately, not everyone in that state has gotten this message. The Old Dominion has more reckless driving incidents per capita than any other state and has the second-highest number of speeding tickets in the country. With that in mind, it is important to know what the most important…
6 Tips for Hiring a Traffic Defense Attorney in Fairfax, VA
Did you know that the average Virginia driver who receives a speeding ticket will need to pay an additional 1,100 dollars per year for auto insurance? In the face of such a staggering number, you may find yourself in need of a reliable traffic defense lawyer. No one anticipates getting a traffic ticket. And finding…
Areas of Practice
- Criminal Law
- DUI/DWI
- Traffic Violations
- Reckless Driving
- Felonies and Misdemeanors
Bar Admissions
- Virginia, 1985
- District of Columbia, 1987
- U.S. District Court Eastern District of Virginia, 1985
- U.S. District Court of the District of Columbia, 1987
- U.S. Court of Appeals 4th Circuit, 1985
- U.S. Court of Appeals District of Columbia Circuit
- U.S. Court of Federal Claims
Education
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University of Virginia School of Law, Charlottesville, Virginia
- J.D. - 1985
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Marquette University, Milwaukee, Wisconsin
- B.A. magna cum laude - 1982
- Honors: Phi Beta Kappa
- Major: Economics & Philosophy
