Business Details
35 Years
experience
Your Liberty, Our Fight - Fairfax Criminal Defense
Jon Katz, P.C is a battle-tested Fairfax criminal defense lawyer with over three decades of experience defending clients against felony, misdemeanor, and DUI prosecutions. Our practice focuses on Northern Virginia and surrounding areas, where we combine martial arts discipline with legal expertise to protect clients' rights and reputations. We approach each case as a unique battle, leveraging deep knowledge of Virginia's criminal justice system, strategic courtroom tactics, and relentless advocacy.Our team prioritizes client collaboration, transparent communication, and evidence-based defense strategies tailored to individual circumstances. With a proven track record of securing dismissals, reduced charges, and not-guilty verdicts, we stand as a trusted advocate for those facing life-altering legal challenges.
Services
Criminal Defense
DUI Defense
Drug Defense
Federal Criminal Defense
Assault Defense
Sex Crimes Defense
Murder Defense
Child Pornography Defense
Cybercrime Defense
Details
- Year established: 1991
Highlights and features
- Over 30 years defending Virginia criminal and DUI cases
- Former public defender with trial-tested courtroom strategies
- National College of DUI Defense membership for specialized expertise
- AVVO 10.0/10.0 and Martindale-Hubbell AV Preeminent ratings
- Proven success with dismissals, reduced charges, and not-guilty verdicts
Associations and certifications
- AVVO
- Martindale-Hubbell
What people say
Relentless advocate
Courtroom savvy
Personalized approach
Successful dismissals
Transparent communication
Services
Criminal Defense
Jon Katz, P.C provides comprehensive defense for felony and misdemeanor charges in Virginia courts. Our approach combines trial experience with strategic negotiations to protect clients' futures. We handle cases ranging from simple possession to violent crimes, focusing on minimizing both immediate penalties and long-term consequences like employment restrictions and security clearance issues. Our defense strategies emphasize constitutional rights protection and evidence-based challenges to prosecution claims.
DUI Defense
Specialized defense for Virginia DUI/DWI charges with focus on technical evidence challenges and procedural violations. We leverage membership in the National College of DUI Defense to employ cutting-edge strategies against breathalyzer challenges, field sobriety test validity, and blood alcohol analysis. Our approach combines scientific evidence scrutiny with courtroom advocacy to secure dismissals or reduced charges while protecting driving privileges.
Federal Criminal Defense
Defending clients in federal criminal prosecutions requires unique expertise that Jon Katz, P.C has developed through decades of practice. We handle complex cases involving drug trafficking, white-collar crimes, and cyber offenses with strategies tailored to federal court procedures. Our defense focuses on constitutional challenges, evidence suppression, and navigating sentencing guidelines while maintaining aggressive trial readiness to counter federal prosecutors' resources.
Sex Crimes Defense
Sex crime allegations demand specialized defense strategies due to severe social stigma and lifelong consequences. Our practice addresses charges ranging from assault to child pornography with emphasis on evidence integrity challenges and constitutional rights protection. We employ forensic experts when necessary while maintaining clients' dignity throughout proceedings, focusing on preserving future opportunities and avoiding registry requirements.
Murder Defense
Capitalizing on decades of trial experience, we defend the most serious murder and manslaughter charges with relentless advocacy. Our approach combines early case investigation, expert witness preparation, and strategic motion practice to challenge prosecution evidence. We emphasize constitutional protections against unlawful search and seizure while developing alternative narratives that create reasonable doubt in these highest-stakes cases.
People
Jon Katz, P.C
Criminal Defense Attorney
With over 30 years of experience, Jon Katz, P.C has successfully defended thousands of criminal and DUI cases in Virginia. A former public defender and NACDL member, he combines martial arts discipline with legal expertise to protect clients' rights. His practice emphasizes personalized defense strategies and courtroom excellence.
Questions
What areas of Virginia do you serve?
We primarily serve Northern Virginia including Fairfax, Arlington, Prince William, and Loudoun counties.
Do you handle both felony and misdemeanor cases?
Yes, we defend all levels of criminal charges from minor misdemeanors to serious felony offenses.
Can you help with DUI cases involving high BAC?
Our firm has proven success defending complex DUI cases including high BAC charges and repeat offenses.
What happens during the initial consultation?
We'll review your case details, explain legal options, and create a tailored defense strategy during your free in-person consultation.
How do you handle federal criminal cases?
Our experience with federal prosecutions includes navigating complex procedures and building strategic defenses against serious charges.
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