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Complacency must not be part of your defense- Fairfax criminal lawyer

October 17, 2026

Complacency has no place in your fight against your Virginia felony, misdemeanor or DUI prosecution. As a Fairfax criminal lawyer, I repeatedly hear my clients tell me about efforts by police / law enforcement officers (LEO's) to lull them into a false sense of security...

Resuming trials after coronavirus delays- Fairfax criminal lawyer comments

May 8, 2020

Resuming trial dates in Virginia raises the question about why the Virginia Supreme Court continues to suspend all jury trials. As a Fairfax criminal defense lawyer, I know that jury trials are a particular challenge to physical distancing, because jury boxes and jury deliberation rooms...

Cannabis decriminalization passes House panel- Fairfax criminal lawyer

November 22, 2019

Cannabis decriminalization and legalization movement has been proceeding at a dizzying pace in numerous states over the last years, after previous decades of organization, toil and sweat by marijuana activists nationwide. As a Fairfax criminal defense lawyer, I deeply thank these activists for their accomplishments,...

Tenacious and Fierce Criminal Defense Attorney

Tenacious and Fierce Criminal Defense Attorney with Courtroom Experience and Vast Network of Resources

His tenacity, fierce advocacy, preparation, strategic thinking, execution, negotiating skills and bringing to bear an incredible depth of experience from a career spanning several decades. Through Jon’s representation of me, I observed firsthand, what makes him so exceptional. I have deemed my observation of him as consisting of the “Six A’s” and will present them in sequential order.

First, Jon has “Access.” By this, the first thing you will understand is that Jon’s network of resources and relationships both inside the courtroom and out that may pertain to helping your case. Second, his “Availability” is constant as he is easily reached and immediately responsive to any and all questions or needs. Third, you will find that his “Awareness” of the geography of any legal defense case—no matter its level of complexity—is both broad and deep.

Fourth, representation by Jon demands “Accountability.” Every client of Jon Katz P.C. knows that “homework” and “self-improvement” are baseline expectations. Jon custom tailors these resources to you with the aim of improving your chances to their very maximum during negotiation with the prosecution. Fifth, Jon’s “Advocacy” speaks for itself at trial with his mastery of the law and legal procedure that is layered with a tenaciousness and relentless fighting spirit. He is courageous in court while calm with the client. And sixth, Jon is all about “Action.” He makes it emphatically clear that nothing matters in the end except winning a favorable result. Jon is passionately focused on action by way of delivering results.

Access, Availability, Awareness, Accountability, Advocacy and Action. These are the hallmarks of what makes Jon Katz truly exceptional and the only criminal defense lawyer in Virginia I will ever recommend for representation or referral. In sum, Jon is the living embodiment of the wise master’s most iconic words: “Do or do not, there is no try.”

S. H.
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A diligent, intelligent, creative, and hardworking lawyer

Jon is a colleague that I have known for many years and worked with. Jon is a diligent, intelligent, creative, and hardworking lawyer. He is deeply principled and has flawless integrity in the practice of criminal defense. We often recommend Jon for cases we are unable to take.

King Campbell
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Mr. Katz seemed to put everything he had into the trial

I am convinced I wouldn’t have gotten a Fair Trial without the services of Mr. Jon Katz. As my trial proceeded, I felt like an important client. Mr. Katz seemed to put everything he had into the trial. I was very impressed by Mr. Katz’ knowledge of case law. I highly recommend Mr. Katz. He is most definitely a Five Star attorney! I couldn’t be more happy and satisfied with the outcome.

P. H.
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Virginia Criminal Defense Lawyer

Complacency must not be part of your defense- Fairfax criminal lawyer

Resuming trials after coronavirus delays- Fairfax criminal lawyer comments

Cannabis decriminalization passes House panel- Fairfax criminal lawyer

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