Virginia Criminal Defense, Traffic Violations And Personal Injury Attorney

Law Office of Wilfred Ward Yeargan, III

11350 Random Hills Road
Suite 800
Fairfax, Virginia 22030
USA

(703) 352-9044

(703) 352-9045

www.yearganlaw.com

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The Law Office of Wilfred Ward Yeargan, III, based in Fairfax, Virginia, offers comprehensive services for criminal, traffic, DUI/DWI, and personal injury litigation. Our law firm also assists clients with debt collection, landlord-tenant, unlawful detainer and business contract disputes. The Fairfax law office diligently serves its clients and their legal objectives. Attorney Yeargan is personally available to answer your questions. He handles client representation in Virginia state and federal courts.

Our attorney’s areas of practice include but are not limited to: Criminal and Traffic cases in State Court (General District Court, Juvenile and Domestic Relations Court, and Circuit Court) and Federal Court; Formation of Limited Liability Companies and Corporations, Domestic Relations and Contract Litigation; Personal Injury arising from motor vehicle accidents and intentional assault.

Mr. Yeargan has over thirteen years of litigation experience and was accepted to the Criminal Court Appointed Panel (CJA Panel) for the United States District Court, Eastern District of Virginia. Our dedicated lawyer has successfully handled thousands of criminal and civil matters throughout the Commonwealth of Virginia.

Year this Office was Established: 1999

Languages: English, Spanish

Areas of Law

Additional Areas of Law: Possession of Marijuana; Possession of Cocaine and/or Heroin; Felony Eluding of Police; Petit (Petty) Larceny and Grand Larceny; Disorderly Conduct; Destruction of Property; Malicious Wounding and Unlawful Wounding; Vandalism; Trespassing; Reckless Driving; Driving on Suspended or Revoked License; Corporations and Limited Liability Companies.

Areas of Law Description

The Law Office of Wilfred Ward Yeargan, III provides legal representation and services in the following areas of practice:

- Criminal Defense

Mr. Yeargan has handled hundreds of criminal cases in the Commonwealth of Virginia as defense counsel. It is important to retain competent counsel early in the criminal trial process, especially in felony cases. Attorney Yeargan encourages prospective clients to talk to him early before trial in misdemeanor cases and before the preliminary hearing in felony cases. Some of the common types of criminal offenses seen in his practice are:

* Embezzlement Charges

Embezzlement is the wrongful taking, concealment or fraudulent use of money, personal property or goods of another. The items must be taken by one in a position of trust or fiduciary duty. Typical examples include money taken by an employee of a corporation, or funds converted from a bailer. As with any criminal charge, the government bears the burden to prove the defendant guilty beyond a reasonable doubt. Attorney Yeargan aggressively defends those charged with Embezzlement and other crimes.

* Assault and Battery

The criminal offense of Assault and Battery is a Class One Misdemeanor in Virginia. The Virginia Code further states that Assault and Battery is a felony when the defendant intentionally selects the person assaulted based on their race, religious conviction, color or national origin and the individual sustains bodily injury. Our firm represents clients throughout Northern Virginia and is well known as a tough and aggressive advocate.

* Juvenile Criminal and Traffic Defense

Juvenile Criminal and Traffic charges present special concerns for parents and their children. Persons under eighteen years of age may be charged with serious criminal offenses that carry significant penalties. Attorney Yeargan works closely with parents and their children in juvenile criminal matters. He explains the nature of all charges brought against the minor and the best possible strategies for defense. He will develop a thorough knowledge of the prosecution’s case by investigating the facts and filing a motion for discovery and inspection with the court.

* Expungement of Criminal and Traffic Charges

The Law Office of Wilfred W. Yeargan can file a Petition for Expungement of your criminal or traffic charge in the jurisdiction where it was heard. §19.2-392.2 of the Virginia Code specifies the conditions when expungement is appropriate. Expungement of a criminal or traffic offense removes the charge existing on the defendant’s record. A Petition for Expungement can be successfully filed when a criminal or traffic charge is nolle prosequi, dismissed, or a defendant was acquitted.

* Traffic Cases

Mr. Yeargan handles traffic cases in Virginia General District Courts, Circuit Courts and Juvenile and Domestic Relations District Courts. Typical types of traffic cases include reckless driving, driving under the influence of alcohol, driving after being declared a habitual offender, and driving after forfeiture of license. Many people do not realize that the Commonwealth of Virginia often prosecutes individuals who drive over eighty (80) miles an hour or speed twenty (20) miles or more over the limit with reckless driving. Driving Under the Influence of Alcohol is also a serious offense and may result in a jail sentence, loss of license, enrollment in the Virginia Alcohol Safety Action Program and/or fines. It is important to have competent counsel to avoid the pitfalls of the traffic court system.

* Driving Under the Influence of Alcohol

DUI is a serious criminal offense and stays on a Virginia driving record for eleven (11) years. The DMV assesses six points as a demerit deduction for this conviction. DUI convictions may impact insurance rates, employment opportunities, and applications for security clearances. There are many technical defenses to the charge of DUI. Depending on the facts of the case and your driving record, Attorney Yeargan may be able to negotiate dismissal of the charge or reduction to a lesser offense.

- Landlord-Tenant Disputes

In the Commonwealth of Virginia, the majority of residential landlord-tenant cases are filed for failure to pay rent. The landlord initiates a case by serving the pay or quit notice upon the tenant. This notice gives the tenant five days (or longer, depending on the terms of the lease) to pay back rent and associated late fees or risk termination of the lease agreement. If the sums are not paid, the landlord may file a court action called a Summons for Unlawful Detainer.

- Personal Injury

This law office assists clients with personal injury claims stemming from motor vehicle accidents or intentional harm resulting from assault and battery. Mr. Yeargan assists clients with assessing the extent of physical injury and determining the strength of each claim. In addition, he explains the law in Virginia applicable to personal injury claims and the defenses commonly asserted in those actions (such as contributory negligence and consent).

- Business Formation and Litigation

This law firm also assists clients in the formation of their chosen business entity. Mr. Yeargan assists clients with the establishment of Corporations and Limited Liability Companies. He serves as a registered agent with the State Corporation Commission for such entities. In addition, he drafts contracts and business documents for clients and assists them with Internet domain operation. In the event litigation is necessary, he is available to negotiate and prosecute civil claims including, but not limited to, Breach of Contract.