Prosecutors are experienced.  That is why you need Dave Albo on your side.  Mr. Albo is not only a former District Court Prosecutor himself, but also an attorney with over three decades of experience in all Northern Virginia Courts, who is a:

• Teacher of the law to other lawyers and judges,
• Five time Washingtonian and Northern Virginia Magazine top rated lawyer,
• 24 year member of the Virginia State Legislature and Chairman of the Virginia House Courts of Justice (Judiciary) Committee, thus he actually wrote or co-authored Virginia’s criminal laws for almost a quarter century.

Mr. Albo prepares, negotiates, persuades, and litigates. He doesn’t just succumb to your situation. He looks to your future and uses all the skills he has acquired for over 30 years to guide your destiny.  Let us take an awkward moment to brag a little. We know of no other lawyer or criminal law firm that can say that they will assign a lawyer to your case who either prosecuted your charge, defended your charge, taught other lawyers the law on your charge, taught judges about your charge, or even wrote the law upon which you are charged.  When you hire Dave Albo, you will have a criminal attorney whose skills and experience eclipse nearly every prosecutor in Virginia. Having Dave Albo’s experience on your side is the best way to defend you, assert your rights, and acquire the best possible outcome.

Dave Albo is a unique attorney in a state with over 29,000 practicing lawyers.

Dave is a leader in our state and community.  He served in the Virginia House of Delegates from 1994 – 2017, and for 12 years, was the longest serving Chairman of the Virginia House Courts of Justice (Judiciary) Committee in the over 300-year history of that committee.

Dave Albo teaches law to other lawyers (and to judges)
Dave was selected to teach continuing legal education seminars to other lawyers and judges. Topics included: Evidence, Ethics, Traffic Law, DUI Law, Legislative Updates, and Criminal Defense.

What kind of cases does a criminal defense lawyer work on? 

Criminal defense lawyers take on many types of cases and can help a variety of clients. Common types of cases that a defense lawyer typically works on are theft, fraud, reckless driving, and assault. Whether you are being charged with a misdemeanor, felony, or other offense, you can rely on a skilled criminal defense lawyer to represent you and be your advocate. An experienced lawyer can work on your case no matter how complex it is. When you are being charged with a crime, you need to have a strong defense so that you can avoid serious consequences, such as paying fines and jail time. 

How can a DUI lawyer help? 

There are many ways that a DUI lawyer can provide you with valuable assistance. They will provide legal support so that you can successfully defend yourself against the charge you are facing. A competent and experienced DUI lawyer will evaluate your charge to find any weaknesses or possible flaws. Sometimes there are errors that the police officer made when they conducted the field sobriety test, or they may have failed to explain your rights to you. These are critical mistakes that can result in your charge being modified or dismissed completely. A lawyer will aggressively defend your rights so that you do not suffer the worst consequences. 

Dave Albo has hundreds upon hundreds of trials under his belt.
In his years as a prosecutor for the City of Fairfax and his 30+ years as a defense attorney, the number of cases he has handled is an estimated 3,000+.  Many of these cases actually went to trial, thus Dave Albo gained – not in a class but rather in an actual court room during a trial – hands on real world trial skills, which are difficult to match.

Dave Albo is sought by the national media to comment on the law.
Dave Albo has been featured hundreds times in the national media – such as FOX News, MSNBC, all three local network news shows (NBC, CBS, ABC and Fox), Today Show, Dateline, CNN, Washington Post and the Washington Times, to name a few.

Do not just surrender to your situation. Put Dave Albo’s experience on your side. Dave Albo wants to help you guide your destiny and shape your future.

When can a traffic lawyer help? 

The penalties for a traffic violation are serious, even if it’s just for the first offense. You should not take traffic tickets lightly. If you are handed a traffic violation, you can face a fine which increases $6 for each mile you drive over the speed limit. The fine can be even higher if you were speeding in a construction zone or near a school. For multiple offenses, you could face a misdemeanor. Regardless of what traffic violation you have committed, you can get help. A qualified traffic lawyer can provide you with legal services so that you can get quality legal assistance throughout your case.

How can a reckless driving lawyer help? 

Suffering injuries due to the actions of a reckless driver can impact your life in major ways. In addition to sustaining multiple serious injuries, a reckless driver can cause you to miss work for an extended period of time, experience pain and suffering, and experience other losses. Luckily, you can recover several economic and non-economic damages if you have been a victim of a reckless driver. Take action as soon as possible and contact a qualified reckless driving lawyer who can provide personalized legal assistance and work on your case so that you can get the full compensation that you are entitled to receive. 

What warrants retaining a white collar crime lawyer? 

White collar crime is an area that encompasses many types of criminal activity. This includes fraud, tax evasion, embezzlement, identity theft, and money laundering. While these crimes are non-violent, they are still serious crimes that come with steep consequences, such as thousands of dollars in fines and prison time. These crimes are some of the most common types of crimes committed. If you are being charged with a white collar crime, it is key to hire a white collar crime lawyer to assess your case and defend you. They will work to defend you from the charge so that you can obtain the best possible results.