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Negotiations in Virginia criminal cases – Legal fictions & plea deal collapse

April 28, 2019

Negotiations are typically a critical part of criminal defense, always from a position of trial readiness. As a Fairfax criminal attorney, I know that negotiations are not always about seeking a guilty/ no contest/ Alford plea deal versus working to convince the prosecutor to dismiss...

He single-handedly helped me out of a situation I didn't think was winnable

If you are here, I was in your shoes not too long ago and looking for a lawyer. I got a DUI and a felony drug charge with a marijuana vape pen in Prince William County, and I was sure my life was ruined, so I started looking at lawyers to try to salvage my situation as best as I could. Mr. Katz came recommended from a friend after looking and talking to 2 other lawyers, thank goodness I made the decision to go with him. He was very prompt in getting back to me (which was the most important thing to me), and we set up a meeting to go over what had happened. I noticed when I visited him that he knew what he was doing and would not bullshit me in any way and would try to get the best possible outcome. We shook hands and he gave me homework. I will emphasize that the homework is THE MOST important thing you can do to help yourself. The court date came and as nervous as I was, Mr. Katz came in very confident and that put me at ease. He consulted with me, then talked to the PA for a good 5-10 minutes but it felt like a lifetime to me, and came back all smiles. I got the best possible outcome for anyone in my position. I figured I would get the DUI so that was expected, but I was really concerned about the felony drug charge because I was originally looking at 1 to 10 years. This madman somehow got it dropped to a disorderly conduct and no probation for anything. To say I was relieved is an understatement, he single-handedly helped me out of a situation I didn’t think was winnable. I would definitely recommend Mr. Katz to anyone because I know for a fact he will work hard to get the best possible outcome for you. Mr. Katz if you are reading this, I cannot thank you enough for what you did for me and I’m definitely grateful for all of your service and I’ll recommend everyone I know to you!

R.B.
Source: Avvo
Jon's 25 + years of experience shows in his work

Jon was efficient, thorough and adaptable in order to get me the most favorable terms available for my case under very unfavorable circumstances. His casual demeanor is more a testament to his experience which shows in his detailed awareness of the law and potential outcomes in cases. My specific case was was a DUI 2nd offense within 5 years and high BAC which carries very strict mandatory jail penalties, and license revocation. Come trial day Jon was able to take advantage of the situation by quickly negotiating a plea deal before giving the prosecutors team time to collaborate. My case was pled to a reckless driving with fine, and VA ASAP program with no driving restrictions whatsoever. I don’t think many attorneys would have been quick on their feet enough to create that opportunity. Highly recommend Jon to serve your legal needs.

Anon.
Source: Avvo
He will fight for you, and most importantly, know you are a person too

This guy is a wizard. I was in a hard spot and this Yoda came through for me. It was a DUI case, and Jon got me down to a reckless with no driving restrictions, given the circumstances of my case. I would highly recommend this man to all. He will fight for you, and most importantly, know you are a person too.

J M
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Negotiations in Virginia criminal cases – Legal fictions & plea deal collapse

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