State & Federal Defense

Experienced Defense When the Stakes Are High

Experienced Defense When the Stakes Are High

Facing criminal charges can affect far more than the outcome of a case. Your freedom, career, reputation, and family can all be at stake. Whether you are facing a misdemeanor, felony, or federal prosecution, experienced and strategic representation can make a critical difference from the earliest stages of a case.

Cases We Handle

Carmichael Ellis & Brock represents individuals facing criminal charges in Virginia, Washington, D.C., and federal courts. Our attorneys have extensive experience handling both state and federal matters, from misdemeanor and felony charges to serious and complex criminal prosecutions.


We investigate the government's case, challenge questionable evidence and investigative methods, and develop defense strategies tailored to the circumstances of each client. Whether a matter can be resolved before trial or requires courtroom advocacy, we prepare every case with the goal of protecting our clients' rights and achieving the best possible outcome.

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Virginia Criminal Defense

Misdemeanors, felonies, probation violations, sentencing, and general Virginia criminal matters.

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Federal Criminal Defense

Federal prosecutions, federal sentencing, federal trials, and the Eastern District of Virginia. This is a particularly strong area for the firm given the attorneys' federal courtroom experience.

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D.C. Criminal Defense

D.C. Superior Court and U.S. District Court for the District of Columbia.

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Violent Crime Defense

Assault, domestic violence, robbery, kidnapping, murder, gang-related offenses, and federal violent-crime matters.

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Drug & Weapons Offenses

I'd combine these rather than make two separate cards. The site has substantial material on federal drug possession/trafficking and federal weapons offenses, including the serious sentencing exposure associated with these cases.

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Sex Crimes & Registry Defense

Sex-crime cases and the resulting sex-offender-registration consequences. The firm's existing registry page makes clear that the collateral consequences are a major part of this practice.

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