Our Case Results

Client charged with stalking and violating a protective order, concerned about job prospects and security clearance. After discussions with prosecutor, Attorney proposed a civil protective order. All criminal charges were eventually nolle prossed (dropped) and later expunged from the record.

Client faced multiple charges of aiding in prostitution. Concerned about their business being shut down and spouse knowing about the charges. Rather than risk trial, Attorney scheduled a meeting with prosecutor and detective to discuss case details. All charges were nolle prossed (dropped) and later expunged.

Client was charged criminally by a businessman for Client’s negative online review of a business – the charge accused her of disrupting said business. After speaking with the client, the Attorney researched & developed a defense based on First Amendment free speech under U.S. Constitution (and a person’s opinion is not defamatory). Prosecution agreed with the argument that online reviews were a protected under Client’s 1st Amendment right, and the criminal charge was nolle prossed (dropped).

Client father was accused by his ex of assaulting their teenager (domestic assault Code 18.2-57.2 because involving a family member) during a custody exchange, putting his career and security clearance in jeopardy. Attorney extensively investigated the teenager’s mental health & credibility issues, and also advised the client to take some educational classes on parenting and anger management. After explaining the mental health background to the prosecutor, as well as mitigation, the domestic A&B was nolle prossed, and later expunged (arrest records were sealed). Attorney also drafted a detailed letter for Client’s employer, so that Client was able to maintain security clearance.

Client was charged with assault and battery on a family member and had a protective order entered against him. As a retired military officer, Client was concerned about having a domestic violence charge on his record and how that might affect future employment opportunities.

Attorney contacted the prosecution and secured Client’s placement in an early diversion program. Client completed a 16-hour parenting stability program as required.

Upon successful completion of the early diversion program, the charge was nolle prossed and was subsequently expunged. 

Attorney advised Client to compile and provide all records of his communications with the woman involved.  Attorney researched the actual subjects of the investigation, the prostitutes.

The prosecution agreed to allow Client to enter an Alford plea with no objection to the Commonwealth’s proffer of facts, pursuant to Virginia Code § 19.2-298.02. The matter was eventually dismissed, which protected Client’s lawful status. 

Attorney asked Client to identify all witnesses and to obtain records — including a timestamped call to order a pizza — demonstrating she was not in the location described when the alleged incident occurred. Attorney and an investigator personally met with and interviewed each witness.

The case proceeded to trial and the Court dismissed the Protective Order, finding that the Client did not commit the violent acts alleged. After review of the trial, the Police decided not to bring any criminal charges against the Client.

Client faced two charges of rape and one charge of forcible sodomy of a minor. He feared spending the rest of his life in prison.

Attorney advised Client to undergo a psychosexual evaluation and begin sex offender treatment.. Attorney also coordinated character letters from family members and friends to present Client’s background and advocate for fair treatment.  She wrote a comprehensive sentencing memo for the Court.

Two of the three charges were dropped. Client was sentenced to a sentence that was significantly lighter than what the prosecutor wanted and the sentencing guidelines called for.  

Attorney subpoenaed the Department of Forensic Science technician responsible for the breathalyzer machine used in Client’s case. A full review of the prosecution’s discovery revealed significant evidentiary challenges.

The DWI charge was amended to reckless driving — general, with only a six-month loss of driving privileges.

Client was accused of aggravated sexual battery and taking indecent liberties with his minor daughter. Client denied all allegations and was deeply concerned about remaining in jail and being unable to provide for his family.

Attorney spoke with Client’s wife to gather additional context, visited Client’s home, and interviewed his daughters. Attorney reviewed all discovery materials and identified substantial evidentiary weaknesses in the prosecution’s case.

Both charges were dismissed by order of nolle prosequi due to insufficient evidence. The Commonwealth also filed motions to nonsuit both related Protective Orders.

Client was notified of an outstanding arrest warrant. Upon turning himself in, Client learned he was accused of assault and battery. The pending charge was actively affecting his ability to obtain employment.

Attorney reviewed all discovery evidence and identified weaknesses in the prosecution’s case. 

The Commonwealth agreed to nolle pros (drop) the charge due to insufficient evidence. The charge is eligible for expungement.

Client was criminally accused of phone harassment, and the Complainant also filed Petition for permanent protective order against Client.

Attorney reconstructed timeline of events using numerous texts, emails, and messages that showed Complainant was not in fear. Attorney’s factual investigation showed who the true aggressor was.

At court, the attorney persuaded the prosecutor that the criminal accusation was unfounded, and criminal misdemeanor was dropped. Additionally, the Complainant agreed to withdraw their Petition for protective order.

Client was charged with assault and battery and alcohol-related crimes after a misunderstanding and altercation at a bar.

Attorney’s review of security video revealed that bar security exaggerated accusations against Client. Further, Attorney advised the client to do an alcohol eval, anger management classes and community service as mitigation for these charges.

Raising reasonable doubt, and with the mitigation completed, Attorney convinced the prosecutor to agree to a deferred disposition that ultimately resulted in a dismissal. All charges were eventually expunged (that is, court and police arrest records were ordered to be sealed).

Young client, concerned with confidentiality was charged with misdemeanor and felony theft charges and limited resources if the case went to Circuit court jury trial.

Due to one of the charges being a felony, the attorney recommended extra hours of community service and a longer anti-theft course to act as mitigation in the case

In the lower court, Attorney was able to avoid a jury trial by convincing the prosecutor to enter into a deferred disposition for 1 year that would ultimately result in dismissals.

Attorney advised that the combination of a gun safety course, an alcohol awareness course and community service would be proper mitigation for these charges

Given Attorney’s legal arguments and mitigation, the prosecutor agreed to a 1 year deferred disposition (with some additional community service, not possessing a gun for 1 year and paying court costs). All criminal charges were dismissed.

Attorney pulled the restaurant’s surveillance footage from the scene of the incident (the drive-thru), and advised the client to do a driver improvement course, community service and speak with their insurance company.

Prosecution agreed with attorney that the accident was very minor and perhaps their was a misunderstanding– the Commonwealth Attorney reduced the misdemeanor charge to very minor infraction resulting in no DMV points.

After reviewing the police body cam videos, it was evident that our client was not guilty of either charge, but as a back-up measure Client completed pre-trial an alcohol and anger management course as mitigation for their case.

The prosecutor agreed with the Attorney’s assessment of the video footage and nolle pross’ed both criminal charges.

Attorney advised client to perform community service and complete a counseling course dealing with online sensitivity. Attorney discussed the case with the alleged victim.

At trial, the alleged victim changed her mind about pursuing this charge, and Commonwealth Attorney was unable to force the victim to move forward in the case; so the misdemeanor was dismissed and eventually expunged.

Client provided Attorney with numerous receipts, travel timestamps and legit purposes to be in the area, raising reasonable doubt that Client’s purpose was to cross paths with the ex.

Attorney was able to convince the prosecutor that Client lacked intent to interact with the accuser, and the parties entered into a deferred disposition for 1 year, after which the charge was dismissed.